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September is Alopecia Awareness Month. Alopecia is the medical term for balding. Alopecia affects nearly seven million Americans, including men, women, and children of all ages. Hair loss can happen anywhere on the body, but it is most noticeable and concerning when it affects the hair on your head.

Split ends and frizzy hair affect everyone at some point, regardless of age. Most people accept it as a part of life, deal with it, and move on without giving a second thought to what causes split ends and how to prevent them. Understanding the root causes of split ends and knowing how to avoid them are the best weapons in your arsenal. This is your guide to the causes of split ends and preventative measures you can take to keep your hair looking and feeling its best.

Water sports, vacations, and cookouts are just a few activities many people look forward to during summer. While warmer temperatures may be good for the soul, it’s a different story for your hair. Scorching rays can damage your scalp and hair. This is your guide on protecting your scalp and avoiding hair loss in the summer while enjoying this much anticipated season to the fullest.

Hair restoration systems are the most popular permanent, non-surgical hair loss solutions. They integrate seamlessly with your existing hair or provide full coverage if you’re experiencing complete balding. The big question is can you engage in all of the activities you want to, including swimming and water activities? This is your guide to swimming with a hair restoration system.

Our hair goes through changes depending on many factors, including our stage of life, health, and environmental conditions. One of the most noticeable changes is texture. You may notice that your once course, thick locks have become thin and fine. Or you may find the opposite has happened. Let’s take a look at 6 underlying causes of change in hair texture.

Your body experiences many changes as you age, and your hair is no exception. Over time, both men and women naturally experience shifts in color, texture, and fullness. Fortunately, there are things you can do to care for, support, and promote hair growth as you age.

Custom Design Hair is proud to announce that we have refurbished our center, making it more modern, sleek, and overall, more efficient!

Body focused repetitive behaviors manifest in a variety of ways. These behaviors can stem from anxiety, feelings of tension relief, stress, family genetics, or other disorders that may be related such as obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorder, or depression. Trichotillomania stems from this. If you think you are experiencing trichotillomania, you should consult a physician to discuss the probable causes, treatment options, and long-term effects.

At the first sign of hair loss, we do not know what to do. You may be asking yourself…should I go see a doctor? Should I stop coloring? Can my stylist help? Maybe if I stop touching it, I won’t lose so much?

“Well, you know I’ve gone to {so and so} for the last 20 years, and now they are out of business.” Here at Custom Design Hair, we hear this often. That is why even before Sara Lou started to think about retirement, she thought first about who would take her place. Sara Lou wanted to know that her clients would be well taken care of, as Custom Design Hair was started with keeping clients' needs top of mind. We continue to place our clients' needs as our top priority. We want you to have the best hair possible. That is why we hope that you have barely noticed the changes that have occurred in the past year, as we are excited to announce the new ownership by Amanda Inman of Custom Design Hair.