Fantasia Salon / Spa and Wig Specialists

As we’ve been discussing, millions of people are suffering from thinning hair and hair loss issues today, both male and female. But, for the female, it is much more traumatic. The reasons for the suffering are many and include stress, vitamin deficiency or damaging hair treatments as well as other things we have discussed at length. There are medications out there to help with this but, remember, there are side effects for every drug. You must to decide which is worse, thinning hair or the side effects from the drugs. For those looking for natural solutions- today we have those as well.

Losing hair is one thing. We all lose hair on a daily basis and it’s not a problem. You should only worry if you lose hair and it’s not naturally being replaced. Some people suffer from a condition when their hair falls out but, after a period of time, the condition corrects and the hair returns. We have discussed this as it relates to birth control and pregnancy. As with anything, impatience sets in and we want faster results. You may want to try Hair Support System to shorten your recovery time which could otherwise be up to six months or more. Hair Support System will provide a natural cure for hair loss for those experiencing temporary loss. Some of the ingredients in Hair Support System are derived from the oils of plants.

Some people experience hair loss due to anxiety or depression. I watched this with my mother. She always had very thick, healthy hair, it truly was her crowning glory. Until my father was diagnosed with cancer. Every time I would see her, I couldn’t help but notice her once beautiful hair was becoming thinner and thinner. Eventually it got to the point where I could actually see her scalp on top. Mom and I never talked much about anything, including this. I’m sure it must have bothered her greatly, considering her history of having great hair. I know how it would affect me. But fortunately, I also know there are many wonderful options out there to help deal with this.

Some people experience hair loss due to vitamin deficiencies in their diet. I believe we will see more and more of this as the diet gets worse and worse. And, unfortunately I believe we will see people dealing with thinning hair and hair loss at younger and younger ages, again because of poor diet or extreme diets. When I was growing up and even when raising children, I was being told by the medical profession that it didn’t matter what you ate. Well, today, we know differently. It matters very much what you eat, particularly when it comes to health in general and the health of our skin and hair.

A natural cure for hair loss for those individuals with poor eating habits would include a better diet with the appropriate nutrients for better health. Most of us do not eat right and should be supplementing to assure we are getting the recommended vitamins and minerals in our diets daily. There are certain foods which provide the nutrients which will help keep the hair healthy. At Fantasia, we have products which are wonderful for strengthening and supporting the hair such as Hair Support System. However, we also know diet is critical and therefore sell Isagenix products. If you don’t want to improve your diet for healths sake, do it for vanities sake, so you can have great hair! (and skin)

As we’ve been discussing, there are many different causes for female hair loss. We know that hair loss can be linked to stress, poor nutrition, pregnancy, hormonal imbalance and sickness and disease. Thyroid disease is one in particular that effects the growth patterns of the hair and can cause significant hair loss.

For most thyroid patients, hair loss is one of the more devastating symptoms. Whether due to the condition or the treatment for the thyroid disease, hair loss remains a noticeable side effect. The good news is that for those dealing with thyroid and hair loss, there are several ways to deal with the situation.

The first place to focus is on the prescription medication being taken for the thyroid disease. It’s tricky because, this medication, if taken in the wrong dose, can cause significant levels of hair loss. Your doctor, sometimes in conjunction with a hair loss expert, will be able to tell whether or not the thyroid and hair loss are connected.

If the medication is not at fault, it probably just a normal symptom of the disease. Many people with thyroid problems, note having cyclical bouts of hair loss. Natural hair growth cycles include periods of heavy growth when hair can grow up to one half inch per month. After this growing period, hair tends to rest or lay dormant until it is pushed out and replaced by a new hair from the same follicle. When suffering from thyroid disease, just as hair growth cycles stop, more hair falls out than for those not dealing with the disease.

When you first notice hair loss, treat the condition. There are prescription choices for hair loss and there are more natural remedies. Natural remedies for thyroid related hair loss include evening primrose oil, l-lysine, natural DHT blockers and zinc supplementation. If you don’t know where to find all of that, Fantasia sells Hair Support System which incorporates those ingredients as well as others.

If you have thyroid disease and are experiencing hair loss, you are not alone. 80 million Baby Boomers, both male and female, are dealing with hair loss and thinning hair issues. Fantasia is committed to providing solutions for those dealing with these challenges. If you’d like to talk with one of our hair support specialist, give us a call.

I’ll bet you didn’t know that one of the highest instances of hair loss and thinning hair can come from a build up of the hair care products you are using. The ingredients in various hair care products make your hair feel clean and it looks good, but these very ingredients are clogging your hair follicles. Over time, continued use of these products take their toll on your scalp, thus causing hair loss. Professional salons such as Fantasia, working with various solutions for hair loss and the Hair Support System, have the equipment to allow you to see your scalp which gives you a visual of this. Technology today is amazing!

After studying the hair loss problem for several years, a consortium of cosmetology professionals, research scientists, formulation chemists and the nation’s top analytical laboratories have developed a revolutionary program with products to help promote a healthy environment for hair growth. These products have been tested on men and women of all ages (with different known causes for their hair loss) and have proved to promote a healthy scalp and regrowth of hair.

This is not a single product but a Hair Support System which is comprised of many components including vitamins and minerals, both taken internally and applied externally. Each component of the Hair Support System works synergistically to help stimulate the scalp by increasing blood circulation and revitalizing the hair follicles which leads to the release of potential, dormant hair.

The Hair Support System is designed exclusively for professional use. Highly specialized equipment and techniques are involved to determine immediate need as well as results. And, there is on going training on hair loss maintenance. The exciting thing is that results may be only one treatment away! The reality is that you can actually take control and decrease unnecessary hair loss. While Hair Support System may not be able to take care of all hair loss, it is a great foundation upon which to build. Fantasia salon is one of few salons in the Upper Midwest to carry this product. Because we offer many other exciting solutions for hair loss and thinning hair such as micro point links, accents, extensions, top of the head hair systems, integrations as well as synthetic, human hair and Cyberhair wigs (which you can sleep and swim in), it is a natural fit for us. Fantasia is a pioneer in the world of solutions for hair loss. We have come a long way with many more exciting things to come!

For the most part, over the years, wigs have been called…wigs. Today that’s changed and wigs are called many different things. Wigs have come a long way in terms of looking natural and being basically undetectable. What is really exciting however, is that the industry has so much more to offer for hair loss than just wigs.
There are non-surgical hair additions which are external hair-bearing devices added to the existing hair or scalp to give the appearance of a fuller head of hair. Today, in this category, there are a range of choices including hair extensions, micro point links, accents, hairpieces, integrations and partial hair replacements. These devices may consist of human hair, synthetic fiber, a combination of both, or Cyberhair. (Not all salons carry Cyberhair, Fantasia is one of a couple salons in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area offering this awesome product.)

Today, partial hair additions in the above mentioned forms, have become more popular than wigs. They are attached in a variety of ways, some very labor intensive, but are virtually undectectable. Not everyone is a candidate for every type of hair replacement. At Fantasia, we will first visit with you to determine which would be your best option.

Many factors would determine which product would be the best fit. How active are you? Do you work out and swim? How healthy is your existing hair? At Fantasia, rather than simply selling you something; we would begin by putting you on Hair Support System to strengthen your hair for a better foundation for the treatment you select. There are replacement treatments Fantasia will not do such as weaves and some types of hair extensions because they can cause permanent damage to the hair. Fantasia is very particular about the hair replacement systems we offer and uses only those which will enhance hair without damaging it.

Some hair replacement systems use skin as the anchor site which require adhesives such as two sided tapes and water-proof liquids. Fantasia has researched these products and uses only those which are determined safe by dermatologists.

Cause of hair loss or thinning hair would be a determining factor for what hair replacement system you would want to consider. If hair loss is due to chemotherapy or physical issues; you should probably choose a full wig. Fantasia has been customizing wigs since the 1970’s and has a full inventory of synthetics and human hair wigs ranging in price from $200. to $5000. The process begins by bringing you in for a no cost, no obligation consultation.

The various hair systems have a broad range in terms of costs. Some treatments such as micro point links, have to be maintained and require a visit to the salon every 5-6 weeks. Again, based on your consultation and selection of hair replacement, Fantasia will be give you all of the facts up front. You will leaving knowing what the costs are and what the maintenance is going to be. This will allow you to make an informed decision.

Things to consider:

Insurance generally does not cover the costs for male or female pattern hair loss. It may however, cover the cost of a hair addition when the loss is caused by disease or other abnormalities. Always be prepared to cover the cost yourself and consider it a nice surprise if your insurance pays anything.

If you elect to wear a wig and lead a busy life style, you may want to think about having two systems. They get dirty and need to washed and restyled, depending on the frequency of wear. Sometimes it’s nice to have a second one so you always have a fresh look. And, eventually both will need to be replaced, again due to frequency of wear and the quality of the hair replacement system. Even a human hair system, which can be dyed, brushed and permed to match your own hair, will break down eventually. Unlike your own hair which is constantly growing and renewing itself, the wig is going to have to be replaced. Many factors contribute to the time frame of this and the experts at Fantasia will be happy to educate you.

With all of the options for thinning hair and hair loss today, there is something for everyone no matter the lifestyle or the budget!