Hair loss and hair thinning can affect anyone during their life. Even famous actors, world renowned sports players and top musicians cannot escape the problem. Many people feel they are suffering alone, when in fact by the age of 50, 50% of men are experiencing some form of hair thinning and between 20%-40% of the general female population suffer from hair loss issues. Thanks to advances in science there are now many options to help combat the problem. On average there are 100,000 hairs on a scalp. The loss of 50-100 of these hairs on a daily basis in normal but anything above this is a sign of significant hair loss. Many factors contribute to hair loss and thinning from genetics, stress, illness, heat damage, the list goes on. It is important to seek treatment when you start to notice the signs of hair loss as there are many alternatives to suffering from hair loss. There are countless unfounded rules, myths and tips to help with hair loss, most of which are completely untrue. All you need to know is that if you are suffering from hair loss or hair thinning there is something that can be done!