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DHT-blocking shampoos have become increasingly popular in men looking to slow the process of hair loss. But what is DHT and why do we want to block it?
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a breakdown product of testosterone metabolism in the body. There’s a link between high levels of this hormone and male pattern hair loss, as there is with prostate growth in men. As an androgen, your male characteristics are formed partly thanks to DHT. However, some men produce too much DHT or have a sensitivity towards it which can have unwanted effects.
Some men (if they have inherited the familial gene that causes hair loss), can start to experience male pattern hair loss because DHT causes hairs to undergo miniaturisation. By blocking DHT, treatments aim to halt this hair loss process and stop any further miniaturisation. Doing this allows your hair follicles to accept vital nutrients which help new and healthy strands grow.
DHT shampoos, such as Son’s DHT-blocking shampoo, contain natural ingredients which can firstly halt the miniaturisation effects that DHT can cause and improve the overall quality of your hair by using ingredients with natural DHT-blocking properties, such as Saw Palmetto. Sons recommends using this treatment as an adjunct to scientifically-proven hair loss treatments, to improve the quality and rate of your hair growth.
DHT-blocking shampoo works well when used with other hair loss supplements. Ideally, twinning the shampoo with finasteride and minoxidil is a good way to maximise the treatments available. Sons has numerous topical and oral medication plans to select from that can be used in conjunction with DHT-blocking shampoo. These treatments increase the blood flow to the scalp which then in turn revitalise the follicles that have been affected by DHT.
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Hair Growth Complex is a new Sons supplement product designed to help sustain thicker, fuller hair. Consumed as a capsule, it’s a fuss-free way for busy men to integrate hair-friendly nutrients into their daily lives. But what are the ingredients, how often should you take it, and are there any side effects? Here are some of the details you should know before signing up for the supplement.
