Authored by: Zuha Ajlan – Lead Data Collection and Research Specialist at Femmflo. Introduction Historically, women have been excluded from scientific research due to the cyclic variation in their hormones. It had been assumed that results obtained from men applied to women as well (Dresser, 1992; Wainer et al., 2020). This has led to a gross underrepresentation of women in research, delayed symptom recognition, diagnostics and even treatment. In fact, it was decades before w

Our local aesthetic and beauty industry is booming, driven by consumers that prioritise affordable luxuries despite tough economic times. Statistics… - According to the ⁠ISAPS 2023 Survey, over 37,000 surgical procedures are performed annually in SA. - The leading procedures are dominated by face/head surgeries (18,269), breast augmentations and reductions (12,405), and body contouring like liposuction and abdominoplasty (6,709). - Non-surgical treatments like Botox, fillers,

Your Crowning Glory Why do we suffer hair loss? 1. Genetic Factors 2. Hormonal Changes 3. Medical Conditions 4. Nutritional Deficiencies (Lack of iron, zinc, and vitamin D and biotin). 5. Stress 6. Hairstyling Practices 7. Medications Preventions: - Healthy Diet - Gentle Hair Care - Stress Management - Regular Health & Hormonal Check-Ups - Consult Professionals - dermatologist or trichologist Did you know? - Approximately 40% of women experience noticeable hair loss by the ag

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