Part 2 of How To Prevent Trichotillomania

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6. To agree a trigger word for when somebody sees you touching the area but not to make a big issue of this.

7. If you break hair off, then you could put it into a bag at the end of each instance. Over time, you can look back at this and see how much you have broken off, as a way of hopefully monitoring and reinforcing a reduction.  However, do not count the individual hairs as this  in itself can be another compulsive behaviour which you do not want to set off.

8. An alternative to keeping broken hairs is taking photographs of your hair to monitor any deterioration or improvement. In either case, you could agree a treat for yourself if you  have not  broken any hairs off in  set period.

9.Relaxation is the best treatment, such as walking, swimming, cycling, dancing or such like -  all these take your mind off what you’re worrying about.  The golden rule to follow is that whatever that you are doing , if you start thinking about your hair,  then that is a good time to stop and try something different. 

For example, when you are watching the TV and find that your hand is going up into your hair this means that you are not focusing on the TV and your thoughts are drifting off  Get up and do something different  e.g.  make a cup of tea.


10.Scalp massage is good but should only be done infrequently.

Tomorrow we will mention some recommended products to help. 

For more information please visit www.birminghamtrichologycentre.co.uk or call the office on 01543 670717. 

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Part 1 of How To Prevent Trichotillomania

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Simple changes can help prevent you from pulling your hair:

1. Using rich hand cream that coats your fingers so that this, in turn, makes your hair feel smoother. You informed me that it is the roughness of the hair which  creates this desire to break the hair off.

2. Using rich conditioners which coat the hair making the cuticle (outer protective layer) feel smooth to the touch.

3. Dressing aids such as gels, mousses, waxes, hair sprays and leave in conditioners as these are also good for coating the outer cuticles.

4. Wearing your hair up and using dressing aids so that you cannot get your fingers into the area to break hair off.

5. Change the seat that you sit in whilst watching television or relaxing as it appears that it is always your left hand that goes up to the left and rear of your scalp.

Tomorrow we will continue with the rest of the strategies to help combat Trichotillomania. 

For more information please contact the office on 01543 670717 or visit our website. 

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What is Trichotillomania?

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Trichotillomania is the repeated pulling, plucking and breaking with fingers is known as trichotillomania. It is an obsessive-compulsive disorder and it is normally caused by trigger factors such as emotional or physical stress. Emotional stress plays the biggest part in this.

Tomorrow we will discuss how to try and prevent one from pulling their hair our. 

For more information and advice please call the office on 01543 670717 or visit our website: www.birminghamtrichologycentre.co.uk 

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Phytax Lotion

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Phytax is a topical preparation for addressing numerous problems:
1. Hair and scalp ageing at the follicle at cellular level.
2. Improving the health of hair follicles.
3. Aids in the reduction of hair loss 
4. It works as an anti-inflammatory/ anti-oxidant
5. Increases penetration to the follicles

It should be noted to get the full effect of using this treatment it is suggested to use it for a minimum of 12 months to see results with daily use! 

£19.95

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Are You Wishing To Purchase From Outside The UK?

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Our website is set up for domestic sales only. However, we can ship overseas, so long as products are not in restricted categories. 
If you are interested in an overseas purchase, please contact us by e-mail to enquire: cpw@birminghamtrichologycentre.co.uk or call the office on +44(0)1543 670717. 

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Kryolan Paint Stick

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Kryolan's Paint Stick is our best seller! 

We will tell you why: It has been successfully proven cream make-up in a stick form. 
The special basic of the TV Paint Stick allows gentle application that is effective. 
It is perfect for the stage, film, TV and video work and is available in over 120 colours! 

Get yours today from Birmingham Trichology Centre!

£13.50!

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Kroylan Professional Make-up at Birmingham Trichology Centre

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Here at Birmingham Trichology Centre we have an ever growing range of Kryolan Professional Make-up for make-up lovers to make-up artists to use. 

For more information regarding the products available please visit our website:

or call the office on 01543 670717. 

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Follow Birmingham Trichology Centre on Facebook

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Stay up-to-date where ever you are with our Facebook page. 

You will find the latest hair trends, advice, products and much more!

Click on the link below or search 'Birmingham Trichology Centre'

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Are You In Need of Hair Advice?

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Birmingham Trichology Centre has a questionnaire available for those seeking advice concerning a hair or scalp problem. 

Advice can be given on completion and forwarding of the questionnaire. This is available through our website either by clicking on the tab 'Questionnaire' under the 'Information' heading on the left hand side.  

There is a small charge of £45.00

For more information regarding the Questionnaire please click here or call our friendly sales team on 01543 670717. 

Brought to you by Birmingham Trichology Centre. 

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Refresh Your Hair In an Instant with Joico

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We have all been there when we have woken up late and haven't had time to wash our hair or we want to spruce ourselves up for that 'hot date'. 

Look no further...Joico's Instant Refresh Dry Shampoo is like magic in a can as it literally brings hair back to life in seconds. Say bye to those greasy strands of hair and say hi to that volume we all know when we have washed it. 

All you need to do is spritz one or two of this fast-drying aerosol formula. It delivers oomph to a whole host of hair types. 

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For more information please click here or call the office on 01543 670717.

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Is It Possible To Over Bleach My Hair?

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There are a number of reasons for over bleaching:

·  Using a hydrogen peroxide solution that is too strong
·  Excessive contact time during the application
·  Excessive processing time after the application with or without heat
·  Overlapping the bleach onto previously bleached hair
·  Combing bleach through from roots to points onto previously bleached hair
· Bleaching hair that is in poor condition i.e. too porous, damaged by natural weathering or previous chemical work, dehydrated (dry  brittle hair)

Dehydration is caused by the cuticle (the outer protective layer) having been forced open, and whilst in its weakened state, having been damaged or removed. When the cuticle is missing or lying unevenly, the cortex of the hair is exposed to the elements, bringing about the loss of moisture which can bring about breakage. 

Once hair is chemically damaged, breakage to a greater or lesser extent is inevitable.  Damaged hair is porous, and will lose moisture rapidly and it is this amount of loss that affects the dryness of the hair.

Water content is essential to the hair’s condition and elasticity.  Normal handling of hair i.e. subsequent shampooing, drying, tonging, combing is unavoidable, as these procedures are part of the everyday grooming process.  Environmental weathering (sunlight, wind, rain and central heating etc.) will also aggravate the now processed hair.

If you use a bleach solution and a dryer, the dry heat may increase the speed at which oxygen is produced. This can cause overheating and over-processing of the hair, making it likely to break. Most Manufacturers do not advocate heat for this reason. Manufacturer’s instructions should be read and adhered to fully, including accuracy when measuring and mixing bleach with hydrogen peroxide.


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