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No matter what stage you are experiencing in your hair loss journey, Daniel Alain is here to help. We invite you to read through our collection of articles to learn more about hair loss and solutions Daniel Alain provides to take back your confidence.

Christina Lyon

Hair Shedding | Hair Loss Testing | Hair Loss | Men's Minoxidil | Women's Minoxidil

By: Christina Lyon
September 3rd, 2021

What is Minoxidil Used For? You’ve heard of Rogaine®, but what is Minoxidil? Minoxidil is the generic form of brand-name Rogaine®. It is an FDA-approved topical solution and foam used to treat hair loss in men and women with androgenetic alopecia, also known as pattern hair loss or hereditary hair loss. With daily, ongoing application, Minoxidil may stop hair loss and thinning and increase hair density, making hair feel thicker. However, despite clever marketing slogans boasting its effectiveness, Minoxidil doesn’t work for everyone.

Hair Shedding | Hair Loss Testing | Hair Loss | Men's Minoxidil | Women's Minoxidil

By: Christina Lyon
July 30th, 2021

Will Rogaine® Work For Me ? For years, this question has been virtually unanswerable thanks to stagnant research and marketing tactics boasting it as a cure-all for hair loss. What have we learned about “cure-alls?” If they sound too good to be true, they likely are.

Hair Shedding | Hair Loss

By: Christina Lyon
July 30th, 2021

2021's Best Product to Moisturize Your Hair & Scalp If you had to choose the most important step of your skincare routine, it would probably be moisturizing, right? Dry skin is itchy, uncomfortable, and acne-prone, so we focus on hydrating with creams, masks, and nourishing ingredients like niacinamide, cleansers, and hyaluronic acid to lock in all that anti-aging moisture. We spend so much time focused on moisturizing our skin, but many of us fall short when it comes to hair moisture. Can you relate? Considering the scalp is part of our skin, we need to extend the moisture consciousness to our hair and scalp, too. Because when the scalp is dehydrated? The words oily, greasy, and frizzy might come to mind, but the truth is, moisturizing your hair and scalp is an essential step in your hair care routine.

Hair Shedding | Hair Loss | Toppers

By: Christina Lyon
July 27th, 2021

2024 Guide to Women's Hair Toppers Are you thinking of adding a hair topper to your styling routine? It’s a great idea — especially if you’re looking for a boost in volume and added dimension. Whether you’re dealing with hair thinning, bald spots, breakage, or want a voluminous lift, hair toppers help you conceal troublesome areas and give you styling diversity.

Hair Loss Testing | Hair Loss | Men's Minoxidil | Women's Minoxidil

By: Christina Lyon
July 15th, 2021

Minoxidil is an FDA-approved topical treatment intended to stop the progression of hair loss in men and women. However, many people wonder: will Minoxidil work for me?

Hair Shedding | Hair Loss

By: Christina Lyon
January 4th, 2021

Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. Like plants need sunlight and water, your scalp needs moisture and hydration to blossom its beautiful strands. But as the weather cools and we cozy up in knit sweaters and sip hot cocoa, the air dries up, and along with it comes dry scalp.

Hair Shedding | Hair Loss | Wigs | Toppers

By: Christina Lyon
December 21st, 2020

Unfortunately, finding the right wig can be quite a challenge. A quick search for natural wigs will pull up endless choices that leave you feeling confused, uncertain, and farther from your dream hair. You'll also quickly realize that not all wigs are created equal: there are synthetic, natural, virgin, and Remy, but which is right for you?

Hair Shedding | Hair Loss | Wigs | Toppers

By: Christina Lyon
December 16th, 2020

What's the Difference Between Human Hair & Synthetic Hair? Are you on the quest for the perfect wig? If your search landed you here, you’re in the right place because we’re covering one of the first (and most crucial) decisions you’ll face: synthetic vs. human hair wigs.

Hair Shedding | Hair Loss | Wigs | Toppers

By: Christina Lyon
November 10th, 2020

There’s no sugar-coating it: 2020 has been a stressful year for everyone. A global pandemic, a divisive election, civil unrest — and let’s not forget the murder hornets. If ever there was a time to cuddle puppies and radiate kindness, it’s now. In an era of masking-up before leaving the house, arming yourself with hand sanitizer, and staying six feet apart, the last thing you need barreling toward you is another curveball.

Wigs | Maintenance&Styling

By: Christina Lyon
January 23rd, 2020

Remember the first time you tried on your very own FOLLEA® and the feeling that you had of excitement, confidence and gorgeousness? Keeping your FOLLEA clean and cared for can extend your wig or hair topper’s lifespan and keep that same beautiful feeling throughout your hair journey. At FOLLEA, we are all about self-care from the inside out and dedicating the time to cleanse your gorgeous FOLLEA® is doing just that. Since many of our have inquired about the best way to wash a wig, we are going to share with you our recommendations in keeping your FOLLEA at its best. The wig care tips and steps are so easy, you’d wish washing your bio hair was this simple!