Is your hair loss the cause of your low self-esteem? If so, then you must look for good hair loss treatments to help you regain your confidence along with regaining your luxurious head of healthy hair.
Hair loss in men occurs due to the buildup of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the scalp which hinders hair regrowth. DHT is a derivative or by-product of testosterone combined with the enzyme 5-alpha reductase.
DHT’s primary function is to develop primary sex characteristics in males, while still in the embryo and then to later develop secondary sex characteristics during puberty. DHT then continues to play a major role in male sexual functions throughout life.
However, when DHT is produced in larger amounts, it may clog the hair follicles causing them to shrink and produce finer and thinner hair. DHT causes hair loss by impeding the normal hair growth. It slowly kills hair follicles by attaching to its androgen receptors, inhibiting its growth and coloration, thus resulting in the eventual loss of the hair.
Hair follicles that are still active can be restored to their previous size and growth pattern once DHT levels in the scalp are reduced. By blocking the chemical process that changes testosterone into DHT, we can restore the natural hair growth process and halt further hair thinning.
DHT blockers are often the most effective hair loss treatments for pattern baldness. DHT blockers are designed to counteract the effects of DHT on the hair follicles and promote optimum scalp conditions for hair regrowth. Usually commercialized DHT blockers come in the form of a topical lotion, serum, gel or shampoo. However, what is common about all these marketed DHT blockers is that the ingredients are natural herbal DHT inhibitors such as the following:
Nettle Root: Stinging nettle has been used for some centuries as a hair tonic to stimulate new hair growth and bring back natural hair color. Research indicates that nettle helps block the 5-alpha-reductase 
enzyme.
Saw Palmetto: This is probably the best known natural DHT blocker. Studies have shown that saw palmetto is an effective anti-androgen. Saw Palmetto lowers levels of DHT in the body by blocking 5-alpha reductase.
Pygeum: The active constituents of Pygeum extracts include phytosterols that inhibit the production of DHT. Pygeum also has ingredients that reduce prolactin levels and block the accumulation of cholesterol in the prostate. Pygeum basically reduces the levels of DHT in the blood and reduces the number of sites where the DHT can attach.
Emu Oil: Emu oil contains a high level of linolenic acid which is an efficient anti-androgen. Linolenic acid is a potent 5-alpha reductase inhibitor and may be useful in the treatment of disorders related to the hormone DHT. Now it is believed that emu oil may not only halt alopecia by blocking DHT, but it may actually promote hair regrowth.
Pumpkin Seed Oil: It has been demonstrated to inhibit DHT formation through its inhibitory effect on 5-alpha-reductase activity. Inhibition of DHT formation is also known to be beneficial for hair growth if you are experiencing age-related hair loss. Pumpkin seed oil breaks down DHT via the liver.
However, in extreme cases you may need the help of a hair care professional. They are the experts in hair care and thus will be able to give proper advice and recommend hair loss treatments that are suitable for your hair loss condition.
