3. Dithranol can be applied to scalp in mild or early cases.

4. Application of 100% aloe vera gel.

5. Massage scalp with rosemary and lavender essential oils in a jojoba base.

6. Use of a hair loss product containing Chinese herb He Shou Wu.

7. A product called Calosol has recently generated positive feedback.

Please note, however, that none of these is guaranteed to work due to unpredictable nature of alopecia areata. It is this uncertainty that offers opportunities for scamsters to make outlandish claims. The fact remains, there are no miracle cures for advanced forms of alopecia areata so sufferers may wish to consider other options such as head coverings and wigs.

This does not mean that patients are without hope because, even in severe cases, hair can spontaneously start to grow again even after years of loss.

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Essential Oils - essential oils distilled from plants have long been recognized for their ability to improve scalp circulation and encourage cell generation. Amongst most useful are cedarwood, clary sage, eucalyptus, lavender and rosemary. Method: mix ten drops of essential oil with one ounce of carrier oil (jojoba or olive oil). Massage it into scalp for a minimum of fifteen minutes before shampooing.

Cayenne Pepper Hair Tonic - ability of this herb to irritate skin, increase blood flow and stimulate cell division is well known. Recipe: mix four ounces of cayenne pepper with one pint of one hundred proof vodka or pure alcohol diluted with 20 percent distilled water. Let it stand for two weeks, shaking mixture once each day. Strain through several layers of fine cloth until mixture is free of pepper. Once or twice a day, rub a small amount onto thinning areas of scalp.

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