As a board-certified trichologist with a practice in New York City for over a decade, I have been asked countless questions from my clients about their hair and scalp health. That’s why I’m sharing the top five questions I most frequently encounter at my center—so we can keep learning together. Through these inquiries, I hope you get simplified answers that jumpstart your journey and a glimpse into the meticulous approach I take as a trichologist to address hair and scalp concerns.
The shampoo market is competitive, flooded with brands and specialists offering their distinct formulas that all intend to offer people some variation of healthier hair or scalp. So, what are the primary ingredients in your shampoo and how are they helping (or hurting) you? As a board-certified trichologist, I am especially passionate about educating people on hair and scalp product knowledge, including shampoo. That’s why I’m telling you all about the primary active ingredients in shampoo you should know about: surfactants.
Navigating hair loss conditions is complex. There is an interplay of various elements that contribute to the health of hair and the functioning of hair follicles. It can be influenced by a combination of genetic, hormonal, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Inadequate nutrition, especially deficiencies in vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, can also contribute to hair loss. Board-certified trichologist, Penny James, is offering her nutritional insights for preventing hair loss.
In her daily practice at Penny James Trichology Center, leading board-certified trichologist, Penny James, witnesses clients feeling isolated and overwhelmed due to their hair loss. Recognizing the enormity of this issue, she consistently strives to enhance her knowledge to better support those who need it. In this blog, she’s offering the top homeopathic solutions she recommends to her clients who experience some form of alopecia.
Going gray is a common experience for most people, and it occurs due to changes in melanocytes, the cells responsible for hair and skin color. Most people think it’s inevitable and irreversible, but is it? New York City trichologist, Penny James, is breaking down the causes of hair pigmentation changes, like stress, hormones, and diet, and her findings regarding the reversibility of gray hair.
Expert NYC trichologist, Penny James, is sharing all about the complex relationship between hormones and hair health. Hormones are super important in how your hair growth cycle flows, and the overall condition of your hair. It is a topic of intrigue for trichologists and individuals who struggle with hormonal imbalances.
Expert New York City trichologist, Penny James, is sharing key elements that define hair types 2-4. From wavy to curly to kinky and coily hair, understanding your hair type will help you better care for your hair and scalp.
Expert board-certified Trichologist, Penny James, shares the most common hair loss conditions including Telogen Effluvium, Anagen Effluvium, Androgenetic Alopecia, Alopecia Areata, Trichotillomania, and Traction Alopecia. Reporting from New York City, she’s giving us insight into the common causes of hair loss and how a trichologist can help.
Your scalp is a thriving ecosystem with diverse microbial life that profoundly impacts the health and vitality of your hair. These microscopic organisms that live on your scalp are known as microbiomes. Expert trichologist and stylist, Penny James is telling you all about how to care for your scalp microbiome.
Are you tired of dealing with lackluster hair, itchy scalp, or those pesky flakes that just won't go away? Well, I've got news for you! From tackling dull and lifeless hair to soothing that incessant itch and banishing those stubborn flakes, I've got you covered with my tried-and-true solutions based on my experience as a certified trichologist with my own center in New York City.
Let's revive your hair and scalp! Read about the key scalp symptoms to pay attention to that may help you understand what your scalp is trying to tell you, and how you can remedy it with advice from expert trichologist, Penny James.
Are you experiencing hair loss or curious about normal hair fall patterns? This blog, written by the experts at Penny James Trichology Center in NYC, shines a light on seasonal hair loss, particularly in women, and offers effective strategies to manage it. Let us help you maintain healthy, luscious hair all year round.