About DHT Blockers

If you're a guy, you've no doubt had some concern with the potential of hair loss, even if there aren't any signs of it in your family. It has to start somewhere, right? Well, 95 percent of hair loss comes from DHT. But what actually is it? And what can you do to block its production?

Features

• Basically, DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) is an androgen that's sort of a byproduct of the interaction between a natural enzyme of the body (5-alpha reductase) and testosterone. When this androgen comes into contact with the hair follicle, it often prevents proteins as well as vitamins and minerals from nourishing the follicle. This lack of nourishment can shrink the follicle, stunting the hair's growth and making it thinner and shorter than the average male's. Eventually, it will cause the follicle to hinder the growth of hair, and the male will experience what is referred to as hair loss.

Function

• For all popular purposes, a DHT blocker will stop this from happening by keeping the DHT from attaching itself to the follicles, reducing the production of DHT and/or inhibiting the production of 5-alpha reductase. This process will either lessen the amount of hair loss or stop it all together. Of course, the success is dependent on the individual.

Types

• Not all DHT blockers will work for all people, so some discretion and a little trial and error will come into play to find the appropriate treatment for you. There are some very popular blockers on the market today with varying results. Here are a few you may want to take a look at--Procerin is an herbal supplement that is said to be best for younger males between the ages of 18 and 35. Men who opt for this approach will take two tablets a day for as long as they'd like to keep their hair. On average, it will run them about $24 per month. Nu Hair is another supplement of the herbal variety. It essentially works on the health of the scalp and follicle in relation to hair growth. It costs around $30 per month. Avacor is another product that is said to block DHT. This product is topical, in which men would use shampoos and conditioners to combat their loss. On average, it will run you about $80 per month.

Time Frame

• For any DHT blocker to work, you need to use it for three to four months. This time frame is considered a good litmus test to see whether a given product will actually work for you. Any less and you haven't given the product enough time to get into your system and for the follicle to start producing hair again.

Expert Insight

• If you're concerned with hair loss, it is always advisable to consult a dermatologist. Professionals can steer you in the right direction and may have a different treatment plan that will work best for you.