Are There Ways to Restore Hair Naturally? January 14, 2020Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD Natural Hair Restoration Techniques It seems that there are natural forms of remedies for just about every area of health. Many people are even seeking solutions for restoring hair growth,...
The Genius of Our Ancestors and Why Honoring Them Matters in Modern Times November 22, 2019Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD Throughout the world, different cultures have their own traditions for remembering and paying homage to their ancestors. In this day and age, however, many of us focus on areas like...
The NPA’s List of Prohibited Ingredients for Natural Product Certification October 14, 2019Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD Toxins in Beauty Products The National Product Association (NPA) has compiled a list of synthetic ingredients which cannot be included for products to qualify as natural, according to their certification...
The National Product Association’s List of Allowed Ingredients October 14, 2019Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD Through their ongoing mission to facilitate consumer access to personal care as well as home products that can truly be considered natural, the National Product Association has defined a list...
NPA Allowed Processes for Producing Natural Products October 14, 2019Sanusi Umar What are NPA Approved Processes for Natural Products? The National Products Association (NPA) specifies processes which are permitted in the manufacturing of natural products that qualify for certification by the...
Why Many Skin and Hair Beauty Products Are Not Considered Truly Natural October 10, 2019Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD What are Natural Skin and Hair Beauty Products? More people than ever before, particularly millennials, seem to prefer beauty products that are considered natural. The interest can generally be defined...
The Scoop on Natural Beauty Products and Why Many of Them Don’t Work October 09, 2019Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD The concept of using beauty products sourced from nature is alluring to many women. Intuitively, there’s something that just feels right and satisfying about choosing natural over unnatural products. Statistics...
Is Rice Bran for Hair Beauty and Growth Help or Hype? August 12, 2019Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD In the beauty world, it seems that rice bran for hair is growing in popularity, either as an oil or product ingredient. There are plenty of hair and health benefits...
Toxins in Beauty Products, More Serious Than You Thought October 15, 2018Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD Many of us find ourselves constantly enamored with the magic offered by beauty products. They provide us with a sense of novelty, exploration, and new creative possibilities for reinventing the...
Niacin September 08, 2018Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD What is Niacin? Niacin, also known as Vitamin B3, is a vitamin that plays a big role in healthy hair growth. One of the benefits of Niacin is that it...
Studies on the Relationship Between Riboflavin and Hair Loss August 26, 2018Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD Riboflavin, also known as Vitamin B2, is a yellow-colored water-soluble, heat-stable vitamin found naturally in plants, grains, and dairy products. Â Riboflavin, also known as Vitamin B2, is a yellow-colored...
Should You Consider Cystine for Hair Growth? August 11, 2018Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD What is Cystine? Cystine is an amino acid that is used as building blocks in the construction of the hair strands, as well as nails and skin structures. Research scientists...