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Tis the Season to Rejuvenate, Renew, and Regrow
by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS
Spring is in the air. And what defines spring? Rejuvenation, renewal, and regrowth.
Sounds exactly like what we do here at Bauman Medical where spring is in the (h)air all year long.
While winters aren’t too harsh in South Florida, winter’s a busy time. It’s chock full of shopping, partying, decorating and cleaning up, followed by getting settled into the new year and (ugh!) even starting on taxes. That can take your attention away from self-care, including your hair and scalp health.
Does that sound like you? Well, spring presents the perfect opportunity to take a little “me” time.
Why is scalp health important?
You can’t have your best possible hair without a healthy scalp underneath. After all, everything that grows needs a well-nourished, well-prepared foundation.
A thorough scalp evaluation is an excellent way to start your hair improvement journey.
Trichological (Scalp) Analysis
A what? you’re probably asking, and why should I do it?
A trichological scalp evaluation at SalonB, our in-house trichology center, will determine your scalp needs for optimal functioning. (Trichology is the study of the hair and scalp.) When your scalp is at its best, so is the hair it grows.
This 60-minute service consists of an in-depth analysis of your scalp by our in-house Certified Trichologist and HairCoach™, addressing every possible aspect of scalp health including:
• Determining the acid mantle (pH) balance of your scalp
• Sebum production and hydration status (is it too oily, blocking the hydration element? Is it too hydrated, impeding the secretion of oil?)
• Measuring your scalp’s elasticity
• Microscopic photos to see what’s happening on your scalp (looking for inflammation, dandruff, and other abnormalities like evidence of microorganism overgrowth)
• Asking questions about your lifestyle, health and your stress levels
Next, we formulate a treatment plan that may incorporate one of our many other services (see sidebar) and/or may recommend the ideal hair products for you.
These recommendations are custom chosen for you because everyone’s scalp is as unique as a thumbprint. This isn’t something you can do yourself by reading labels on over-the-counter products. You’re likely to end up buying exactly what you shouldn’t be using. Our scalp evaluation recommendations take the guesswork out of this process and identify exactly what you need.
Scientific Scalp Makeover™
The next step toward a healthy scalp is our Scientific Scalp Makeover™. This makeover is more than an indulgence. It’s a necessity for people using topical hair growth medications or undergoing high density PRP (see sidebar that explains PRP). It helps the scalp more efficiently absorb any medications by removing buildup of shampoos, conditioners, and other hair care products, and it stimulates circulation.
The Scientific Scalp Makeover™ isn’t just for patients using our hair enhancement services, however. Lots of people come just for the chance to relax and rewind during this therapeutic, 90-minute-to-three-hour session in our “head-spa” room.* We dim the lights and provide a variety of soothing treatments including:
• Aromatherapy
• A customized scalp mask for optimum scalp health and hair beauty
• A deep scalp massage to stimulate and purify the scalp, and increase circulation
• Deep cleansing shampoo
• A customized conditioner or hair mask
Nutrition
Nutrition is as important to the hair as it is to the rest of the body, so we’ve worked diligently to formulate some sensational nutritional supplements available only through Bauman Medical. Here are a few of our most popular ones:
The Recruiter: This special blend of probiotic, plant extract, and Vitamin D3 promotes the release of stored stem cells. Stem cells assist in healing damaged tissues due to aging, injury, and stress. Scientifically proven to increase the number of circulating stem cells in your body to promote healthy hair growth and overall health.
The Good Guys: This hair probiotic complex support your gut’s microbiome to optimize the digestive process and maximize overall health and wellness. This formula supports a robust scalp and strengthens follicles for optimal hair growth.
The Bodyguard: This formula contains a unique blend of herbs and mushrooms shown to support a healthy immune system and defend against environmental toxins and stress-related weakness of the immune system. Scientific research confirms the benefits of the immune-enhancing herbs within the formula, together with the fungi, especially Asian mushrooms.
A-List Hair Vitamin Complex: I call this my “strategic supplement,” because it contains top-tier ingredients that’ve been shown to strengthen hair and support skin elasticity. It contains antioxidants and trace minerals that protect hair and skin, promote collagen renewal for hair, skin hydration and wound healing.
What you eat counts, too, so keep in mind that including nuts, eggs, vegetables, soybeans, salmon, and berries in your diet will improve the quality of your hair. Sugar, flour, alcohol, diet drinks and fried/fast foods can be detrimental.
Ready to spring into action?
Then take advantage of the season of rejuvenation, renewal and regrowth to do something good for yourself. We’re here, and we’ll be waiting for your call.
To learn how we can help, call 561-220-3480 to schedule your private one-on-one in-person or virtual consultation at www.baumanmedical.com.