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Effects of hair loss have psychological impact on sufferers says Experts

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The devastating effects of hair loss on sufferers include psychological impact said Ayo Otubanjo- Africa Regional chief executive officer (CEO), Vinci Hair Clinic.

Otubanjo who spoke at Africa’s First ever Hair Loss Conference themed ‘Hair Restored, Confidence Secured’ said that hair  loss sufferers often complain of low self-esteem, lack of career progression and even lack of intimacy with their spouses.

According to him, hair loss has a cure and treatment options are available locally, stating that it depends on race and heredity. “ A full head of human hair contains 100,000 to 150,000 hairs, however, at least 25 percent  of men show signs of hair loss by the age of 30 and 40 percent of women will undergo hereditary hair loss by the time they reach menopause,” said Otubanjo.

The conference, which was held virtually in celebration of Hair Loss Awareness Month-was graced by top hair loss and hair care experts from home and abroad organized by Leading Hair Restoration Company, Vinci Hair Clinic.

Vinci Hair Clinic is a global hair restoration brand, comprising 40 clinics in 14 countries across 6 continents worldwide, with extensive experience in restoring hair loss.

However, it is estimated that both men and women spend over $3.5billion yearly in an attempt to treat and restore their hair.

Speaking on hair transplants as a solution to hair loss, Tunde Adeife, Hair Transplant Surgeon, Vinci Hair Clinic Africa said there are different types of hair loss and treatment options noting that it is important to first be examined by an expert who will narrow down treatment options to produce desired results.

“A hair transplant surgery works by removing hair follicles from one part of the body, called the ‘donor site’, to a bald or balding part of the body known as the ‘recipient site’. Many believe it’s a scary procedure, while some say the surgery negatively impacts the brain. These are all false beliefs! Besides hair transplant surgery, other hair restoration options include medications, platelet rich plasma therapy, mesotherapy and micro scalp pigmentation,” he said.

Furthermore, Sabina Zel, Senior MSP Technician, Vinci UK educated attendees on Micro Scalp Pigmentation commonly referred to a ‘medical tattoo’ as a non-invasive treatment option for hair loss.

“The procedure uses micro-needles to deposit pigments into the scalp. The result creates the illusion of tiny hair follicles which restore the look of fuller hair. It is best for individuals with thinning hair, a balding head or a receding hairline,” Zel explained.