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Questions about Treating Female Hair Loss with Rogaine Foam (5% Minoxidil)
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Rogaine Foam does add a bit of texture to the hair. I would imagine that using it for one week without washing may result in a "crispy" feeling but I could not say for sure. Read Entire Article


Dr. Bradley Limmer Has Passed Away: A Tribute to His Legacy
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
This past Friday on May 24th, 2013, world renowned surgeon and Coalition member Dr. Bradley Limmer passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 47. Read Entire Article


Dr. Patrick Mwamba is the Newest Member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Recently, we asked the members of our Hair Restoration Forum and Social Network to provide input on the potential Coalition membership of Dr. Patrick Mwamba and, given the extremely positive response we received, we’d like to welcome Dr. Mwamba to the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. Read Entire Article


Continued Hair Loss 25 Days after Starting Xenogrow 2% Topical Hair Growth Solution
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Xenogrow 2% contains the active ingredient minoxidil. You have not specified if you are male or female but 2% minoxidil is typically used in women’s products while men’s minoxidil products typically contain a 5% concentration. Read Entire Article


Are the Ingredients of Hair Loss Treatment Rogaine Foam Potentially Harmful?
Thursday, May 09, 2013
While ingredients like propane, butane and isobutane do exist in Rogaine Foam, I believe the quantities are very small and exist primarily to help propel the foam from the container. Read Entire Article


Dealing with Side Effects of Hair Loss Drug Propecia (Finasteride)
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Watery semen and less frequent and softer erections are common side effects of Propecia (finasteride). Some hair loss sufferers consider these minor and opt to continue using the drug. Read Entire Article


Are Stem Cell Hair Loss Treatments Available Today Really Effective?
Thursday, April 04, 2013
Your gut instinct is correct. While there are a number of entities claiming to treat or even cure hair loss through the miracle of stem cell technology, I can assure that no such treatment is currently proven to stop hair loss and regrow hair. Read Entire Article


Can Rogaine (Minoxidil) Cause Hair Loss and Damage Hair?
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Regular, daily application of liquid Rogaine (minoxidil) over a period of several weeks can result in temporary hair loss known as shedding. Furthermore, the alcohol content may also dry out the hair. Read Entire Article


Dr. Richard Keller is the Newest Member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians
Saturday, February 23, 2013
The Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians represents an elite group of highly esteemed surgeons. Physician members must meet and maintain the demanding standards set by patients like you and consistently produce excellent natural looking results. Read Entire Article


Is 10% Minoxidil Too Strong for Treating Hair Loss?
Sunday, January 27, 2013
Minoxidil (Rogaine) has been tested and approved for treating hair loss in men at a 5% concentration (2% in women). Read Entire Article


Does Treating Hair Loss with Rogaine (Minoxidil) Cause Sexual Dysfunction?
Wednesday, January 09, 2013
While there are a number of cases of men reporting sexual dysfunction from Rogaine (minoxidil), there has been no scientific data gathered to support this as a side effect and it is not listed by the manufacturer as a known side effect. Read Entire Article


Can Ducray Anacaps Treat My Female Hair Loss?
Friday, December 28, 2012
​I’m unfamiliar with Ducray Anacaps but a quick Internet search showed me that they are simply a natural dietary supplement containing the following ingredients: Read Entire Article


Dr. Carlos Wesley joins the ranks of the Elite Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians
Sunday, December 09, 2012
Recently, we sought input and opinions from the members of our Hair Restoration Forum and Social Network about inviting Dr. Carlos Wesley of New York, NY to join the ranks of the elite Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. Read Entire Article


Coalition Hair Restoration Physicians Dr. Bessam and Dr. Nilofer Farjo Awarded the 2012 ISHRS Platinum Follicle Award
Thursday, November 22, 2012
We are pleased to announce that Coalition hair restoration physicians Dr. Bessam Farjo and Dr. Nilofer Farjo received the coveted International Society of Hair Restoration Surgeons (ISHRS) Platinum Follicle Award Read Entire Article


Hair Loss and Styling Products: Did Hair Gel Cause My Balding?
Monday, November 05, 2012
First, let me say that you should not bear any guilt for your hair loss. Though it is a popular hair loss myth, styling products do not cause balding and, only in very rare instances of misuse, will chemical treatments such as hair dye result in thinning hair. Read Entire Article