[[Image:Hairbasics.jpg|thumb|center|500px|Hair Basics]]
=== Reasons for Hair loss === '''(JICST-EPlus - Japanese Science & Technology)'''Both men and women lose hair for similar reasons. Hair loss in men is often more dramatic, and follows a specific pattern of loss which has been termed “Male Pattern Baldness” (Androgenetic Alopecia).
'''Main reasons: -'''
* Hormonal effect of androgen
* Reduction of blood circulation around hair follicle
* Deactivation of hair matrix cells
'''Some facts from Japan: -'''
'''Market size:''' ¥ 30 Billion
'''Number of products:''' more than 100
'''(JICST-EPlus - Japanese Science & Technology)'''