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Understanding the science behind trichology & haircare using research & clinical reviews
Marta Teixeira is a clinical trichologist who has conducted clinical reviews and has published two articles.
In school, her hair made her a target for bullies, as it was big and curly, and even at the age of 14, she began to straighten and chemically relax it to fit in. She found over time that her hair became very damaged ad began to break off, which led to her having to change her haircare practices and begin to embrace her natural texture.
She began to take an interest in hair care and created an Instagram account to help others learn how to care for their curls.
She began to take an interest in hair science, which has led to her conducting extensive research on various papers and topics, including the science behind curly hair, and diagnosis using trichoscopy.
Marta shares tips on preparing to compile a clinical study if you would like to consider getting work published, and also the importance of regulation in the industry and finding the right practitioner for the right advice.
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We are as strong as we are fragile ~ Hair loss and self esteem
Dame Clarissa Burt is from the US, and is currently in Italy. She was a model for a long time, and is now creating her own wig brand, along with producing a self esteem book which she refers to as a manual, where she encourages you to be your own cheerleader, challenging how you speak to yourself.
She also shares her story of how she experienced hair loss no less than four times, all from different factors! She describes how each time was very distressing, and how hair loss can have a huge impact on your self esteem and the way you see yourself.
Clarissa lists the four pillars of self esteem and her set of values to live by for a positive life.
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How hair systems could have a positive impact on your clients and your business.
Rob has been in the hair industry for 20 years, and now owns Novo Cabello where he provides wigs & hair systems for clients as well as education for hairstylists and barbers so that these services are accessible. These salons can partner with him as well as learning how to fit the systems.
He decided to train in hair after a back injury prevented him from pursuing his career in dance & singing. He opened his first salon at the age of just 24, which he owned for 17 years.
The first time he fitted a hair system it was for his friend, who had suffered severely with their mental health because of their hair loss. This had such an impact on them both that it led to him finding his niche fitting systems and wigs. He wants to break down the stigma and for those who wear them to be celebrated and for it to become normalised.
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Making better product choices & understanding your hair & scalp needs
Kameese Davis, a mother of two from Birmingham, is a self-proclaimed entrepreneur, visionary and information geek.
She has created her own vegan haircare brand, Nylah's, after she struggled to find products for her daughter's needs when she was only 4 years old and suffered from seborrheic dermatitis. There was nothing natural that she could use for her scalp condition and hair type.
In the end she resorted to sourcing products from America, which was costly and time consuming, making it unreliable long term.
She shares her journey, along with her own experience of hair loss, which added to the struggles of starting her own business.
We discuss how some product brands are only concerned with the bottom line, even using waste products at ingredients to maximise profit, regardless of the impact on the end user.
She also talks about ingredient consciousness, and how many products ,marketed to black women are dangerously high in chemicals or toxic.
She has created a product line that celebrates her daughter's identity and her natural beauty.
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Creating supplements that really work ~ Seed and Soul
Deborah Maguire, along with her business partner Katie Hemming, both have a background in agriculture and have a sustainable ethos, with a passion for ethical, organic, fair trade products that are good for the planet and their clients.
They have a salon in the Cotswolds, and whilst Katie specialises in hair extensions, Deborah decided to train in trichology, and began to take an interest in nutrition, as she came to realise how important it can be for hair health.
They then decided to create their own supplement which aligned with their values. This meant that it has no fillers or unnecessary ingredients, and is made in England by a pharmaceutically accredited company.
We talk about how important it is to have the right ingredients, in the right levels, to ensure that the supplement is effective, as Deborah states, all the systems in the body need to work in harmony for optimum hair health, like an orchestra.
Deborah shares how important transparency is, and that how the product works and all the key ingredients are readily available for anyone to view before they even make a purchase. She describes the benefits of these ingredients and the amazing things they can do!
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Miniaturisation of the hair follicles ~ Can this be reversed?
Sergio Cardona is a second generation Trichologist, following in the footsteps of his Father, who he worked alongside as well as being his mentor.
We discuss hair miniaturisation, how it happens, how to recognise it, and whether the process is reversible, along with the differences between telogen effluvium and androgenic alopecia.
Sergio shares how hair shedding can have an effect on the hair follicle, and the exact point that the hair reduces where it can no longer be reversed. He also shares how telogen effluvium may show signs of hair miniaturisation but that it doesnt compromise the hair follicle in the same way that genetic hair loss might.
He describes how to detect why the hair is thinning and what is causing it, along with the importance of creating a specific time line.
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Alopecia Areata, Hypothyroidism, autoimmune conditions & hair loss
Holly Pini is a busy working mother, who works at a school with children with autism.
She suffers from two autoimmune conditions, Alopecia areata & hypothyroidism.
Her Mum has also had alopecia areata since she was 13, she wore wigs her whole life. She also has hypothyroidism.
During her GCSE's she was exhausted, and began to question if she had an issue. Eventually she found out she had hypothyroidism & has been on medication ever since.
She had no hair loss issues until after the birth of her second son.
She found that her hair loss was not met with anywhere near the same compassion & patient care as her hypothyroidism by healthcare professionals.
She describes how her mental health has been affected and how some days she finds it hard. she tries to be positive and pushed through the worst days. She also suffers from health anxiety, which she has had treatment for, and has been wary to try new treatments.
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How could a wig consultant help you?
Katie Dear is a wig consultant offering products, help & advice for those experiencing hair loss.
She has a long background in wigs, Theatre and T.V. She wanted something more flexible to work around her family, and now she helps people facing chemotherapy treatment & alopecia, and those with fine & thinning hair.
We discuss the importance of caring for people at a time in their life where they may be suffering with mental health issues. Katie also shares how it affects their families and partners, and how we can help support them through this too. Katie also opens up about how dealing with these people all day can also affect her own wellbeing, as she takes on her client's trauma.
Katie talks about how she helps families to navigate difficult conversations, and how to work around small children and loved ones, especially if they are having to undergo treatment.
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Hair Aid ~ How Charity work can have a long lasting impact
Louise Turner is a Hair Professional, Salon owner & Educator from Lincoln. She has been in the industry for 36 years.
She aims to inspire the future generation of hairdressers, and hopes to help to raise the standards within the industry.
She recently took a trip to Bali to carry out some volunteer work for Hair Aid Charity, educating the underprivileged people who live in the rubbish dump, and those serving time in the worst prison in the country, offering them a chance to improve their future prospects and change their lives.
They also visited an orphanage and cut the children's hair.
Louise says that the experience definitely changed her, and made her appreciate her opportunities a lot more in her own life. It changed her perspective, and she plans to go back again.
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Ozempic, bariatric surgery & hair loss
Dr Ademir JR has a clinic & academy in Brazil, where he educated the future generation of trichologists. He began his medical training at 17 & works with his brother in endocrinology & dermatology.
His own journey with hair loss began at just 15 years old. in 1998 he was involved in a study of Finasteride. He has also studied hair loss in PCOS & bariatric surgery.
In 2007 he certified with the IAT & began to understand the psycho-emotional aspects of hair loss.
We discuss the effects of Ozempic on hair health, and whether this presents from the medication, or as a side effect of the rapid weight loss. Dr Ademir also shares how insulin resistance can have an effect on all aspects of hair loss & impede recovery.
Dr Ademir has also written 8 books and launched the Brazilian journal of hair health.
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Is there inequality when it come to treating hairloss?
Dr Rex is from Arizona. He grew up in Nigeria and returned to the US at 18, where he studied medicine in New York. After learning that it was rare to find an African American dermatologist, he decided to specialise in this area.
We discuss how important it is to have representation within medicine, and how all practitioners should have a cultural understanding and empathy for their patients' backgrounds, traditions & beliefs.
It was after a mission trip to Ethiopia that he decided to become a Physician so that he could help people in rural underserved communities. He believes that there is an inequality within healthcare, particularly around the socially & economically challenged.
He works hard to encourage the future generation of dermatologists to use their skillset to increase access to dermatology in less desirable localities.
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Combining medical science and herbal remedies to create safer products
Dr Ellana Stinson is from Boston, Massachusetts. She is an award winning ER physician, and has battled health issues which has led to hair loss and poor hair condition.
Dr Ellana shares that after her issues with her health, having thyroid cancer and surgery, medication and dealing with fertility issues, she found that she began to develop a greater awareness of the ingredients in the products she was using.
Many products on the market contain harmful chemicals, such as endocrine disruptors, and she was keen to move away from this. As a natural problem solver who is inquisitive and has a degree in chemistry, she decided to create her own product brand.
We discuss the health equity & disparity in medicine, and also in haircare, and Dr Stinson describes how there is still a lot of work to be done to accurately assess how safe the products and chemicals used in salons are, and regulations around safe usage practices such as ventilation etc.
She shares how education is key, as some products have hidden chemicals or confusing labelling, and how you can find healthier alternatives.
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How important is nutrition when it comes to hair health?
Charlotte Lucas was a Pharmacist with the NHS for 25 years, and she became a little disillusioned with the general lack of preventative action in medicine. She has now completed a master's in nutrition.
She believes that many chronic health conditions could be managed and treated in a better way, and our body is an ecosystem.
Charlotte shares that nutrition plays a huge part in relation to health, and having experienced hair loss twice herself, once as a teenager during her GCSE's, and then later during menopause too.
She uses a combination of functional medicine, nutritional medicine and pharmaceutical medicine.
We look at how inflammation can affect hair loss and autoimmune conditions, as she states that 75-80% of the immune system is located in the gut, and our microbiome impacts so many aspects of our health.
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It's not just about the hair!
Dr Pornima Mhatray has been a medical Doctor for over 30 years, and specialises in hair & skin treatments as she believes that hair or skin problems are a mirror of your overall health, and could be a sign of many possible concerns in the body.
We discuss taking a holistic approach to hair health, looking at many contributing factors, such as diet, stress & cortisol levels, hormones and fitness levels. She recommends nutrition, counselling, even meditation alongside some more conventional treatment options, and more recent innovations such as PRP.
She says she is seeing more patients in her clinic in Mumbai who are younger who are suffering from hair loss, and how this can affect their mental health. For some people, treatments like hair transplants can have a life changing effect, but this needs to be supported by an overall health plan.
Dr Pornima advises that if you are thinking of trying a certain product or medication, it is important to consult a professional to support and guide you.
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Hair transplantation ~ Navigating the industry from a patient's perspective
Spencer Stevenson is an advocate who approaches hair transplantation from the unique perspective of a patient, having had multiple hair transplant surgeries himself.
Through his own mistakes he has learned a great deal, and works hard to help prevent others from being conned or suffering from unethical practices. He knows first hand that the hair transplant industry is not always ethical, and it is important to carry out due diligence and research well before any transplant or procedure.
When spencer was young, he had tons of hair, and this was part of his identity. By the time he was 21, he had began to recede, and by the time he was 24, he had become so self-conscious that he began to become reclusive & depressed. He avoided social situations & missed out on important events.
He tried a hair system, and minoxidil but still wasn't happy. He saw an advert and thought all his prayers had been answered, but this was the start of a long and arduous journey to regain more hair.
Spencer now helps to advise others on what is best for them, helping them to avoid the pitfalls and negatives of the industry.
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Becoming a leader in the hairdressing industry
Rae Palmer began her career in the hairdressing industry in the late 80's, and she has seen a lot of changes in this time.
She has developed her own brand-neutral CPD education programme for hair professionals who want to grow & develop their business and their performance.
She believes we should focus on knowledge before technique, taking the time to learnt the science behind the services we offer as well as the image we portray on social media.
She has created the purple hearts, teaming up with HABIA and the hairdressing council, where collaboration is key in helping to lead & inspire others.
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Taking a holistic approach to hair
Emily Wiens has been in the hair industry for over 15 years, and over this time she has also become a functional movement specialist & yoga teacher.
As her career has progressed, she has grown to take a more health- centred view on hair, starting with her own health & working practices, and expanding into creating her studio, the Holistic Hair Hive.
She now recommends products with more natural ingredients, and we discuss how some product companies have a less than transparent approach when it comes to ingredients and labelling!
Emily shares her knowledge on how you can start to make better choices, and what to consider when wanting to take a healthier approach to haircare.
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Understanding CCCA & restoring hair after cancer treatment
Lorna Jones IAT has been a trichologist since 2018, with clinics in Central & South East London.
She has written two books on trichology & hair, supported by her experience and a degree in Biology!
She beleives that to understand how you lose hair, you have ot understand how it grows.
We discuss CCCA, what it is, how to recognise it and options to help treat this condition, as well as other scarring alopecias.
Lorna also shares how she has built up a community to support those experiencing hair loss due to cancer treatment, and her work with the NHS and various charities.
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'If only hair could talk'
'Way beyond the scalp: A trichologists guid to some common hair loss & scalp problems'
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Is scalp health important or just the latest trend?
Karley Weir is a trichologist in Buckinghamshire who has been in the hair industry for 25 years. She has worked in many different avenues of hair, including cruise ships, TV, working abroad, managing salons, working in education and now she focuses on hair & scalp health.
As her career progressed, she wanted to understand more about the products she was using and their ingredients, and she began studying trichology ten years ago, when there were very few registered trichologists!
Karley shares her thoughts on the latest trends, and how this could influence salon business, as now 1 in 3 clients may have a concern around their scalp.
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