Androgenic Alopecia is also known as male pattern baldness,hereditary balding, and androgenetic alopecia. It is the most common form of hair loss. It has a higher incidence in men than in women mainly due to sex hormones.

Androgenic Alopecia is described as thinning of the hair on the scalp as opposed to follicular hair loss. Male pattern hair loss usually doesn’t present itself until after puberty when the male hormones are elevated. This is when someone with a genetic predisposition to balding will start to notice their hair thinning. Studies have shown that around half of all caucasian men over the age of 40 experience some form of hair loss. The occurence and severity in other cultures seems to be much lower, but still present.

Androgens, specifically testosterone and dihydrotestosterone or DHT, are necessary to activate the genes in the scalp to create hair loss. Your genes modify the way the scalp responds to circulating androgens in the blood.

Three key features of alopecia include: Follicular miniaturization. Hair follicles are full of androgen receptors and when androgens are present, genes that shorten the anagen phase are activated. Then the follicles may shrink or become miniaturized. Eventually the follicles shrink and nonpigmented vellus hairs replace pigmented terminal hairs. Males with alopecia have a reduction in terminal to vellus hair ratio and exhibit typical distribuion of hair loss. Areas of inflammation. It is widely believed that a variety of genetic and environmental factors contribute to androgenic alopecia. Even though researchers are hard at work studying the many possibilities, most of these remain unknown. Many scientists point to the maternal side of the equation for the link to the balding gene, but there seems to be conflicting evidence. There are other genes found to be involved with hair loss as well. In 2009, Japanese researchers identified a gene called Sox21, which they say is responsible for hair loss in people.

Scientists are just beginning to discover the complex map of the human genome. Mapping this enormous puzzle will take decades, so any evidence of the gene or genes responsible for hair loss won’t be completely evident for years to come.

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Emo hair styles are all about individualism. The preferred style sported by teens today, the color, length, styling and other details here reflects the emotion and personality of the wearer. Though viewed suspiciously by some parents, Emo hairstyles are not only about punk though it is somewhat related to it. Some of the characteristic that makes this hairstyle stand out are the colors, spikes, asymmetrical layers and bangs. The dominant color here is black interspersed with vibrant streaks of other electric colors. Maintenance is important so a visit to the salon once in a while is a must.

Types of Emo Hairstyles

Bangs are a must with most Emo hairstyles. Black or deep brunette shades streaked with contrasting colors like whites, reds and oranges are often preferred by wearers. The bangs may hide an eye or they can be swept to the side of the face. Alternatively, they can fall across the forehead.

Hairstyles that are left free without any accessories can also be termed Emo. However, one might need to use some really heavy products like hair gels and sprays to make sure that the hair behaves and stays in the required style.

Again, a hairstyle where one indulges in the use of accessories that make the style interesting is also Emo. Bright bands, girly clips and colorful threads are the preferred accessories for most.

A deliberately messy look reflecting the individual?s personal style can also be termed a Emo hairstyle.

A style where layers of hair are cut in varying lengths is another type of Emo style.

How to style Emo hairstyles

A blow dry is an absolute must with straight hair. This will correct any waviness and curls off it. Next, thin the outer layers towards the ends with a razor and straighten hair with an iron.

Since, some Emo hairstyles have more volume on top, one should backcomb and blow-dry near the roots. A hairspray or hair wax can be used to keep the hair in place. A glossy hair wax will also add shine to hair.

Alternatively, painted or naturally black hair can be cut off to make a thick bang that falls exactly in the middle of the forehead. Some flocks in front and some side curls on the ears can give off quite an effect.

Disheveled hair that is stuck out in different ways can be achieved with the help of gels. The hair should be cut short at the back of the head here.

Color plays an important part in styling here. Vibrant hues can break the monotony of black and give a striking look.

If hair is long, it can be cut around the ears and the back and front can be given a ‘blended crop’ cut.

One can also get lots of long choppy layers about half way down with short choppy layers the rest of the way up. The front can be spiked up a little here with the help of gels and sprays.