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    <content>Poor circulation, lack of stimulation, adverse scalp conditions and clogged follicles can all result in less oxygen to the hair follicle.  Scientists have found that people with stunted hair growth have up to 38% less oxygen at the hair's root.

IF YOU HAVE A FOLLICLE, YOU CAN MANAGE YOUR HAIR LOSS

You can manage the effects of hair loss and thinning if you recognize the problem early, before your follicle disappears.  How?  By increasing the circulation and oxygen supply to your hair that was adversely affected by the hormone DHT and other growth-stunting conditions.   The follicle must be healthy and functioning to effectively promote healthy hair growth.  Like all battles against nature, you have to fight early and consistently with the right tools.

INTRODUCING THE ORGANIC ROOT STIMULATOR SYSTEM
Organic ROOT Stimulator&#8482; is a simple, natural, drug-free method of hair and scalp restoration.  This intensive therapy uses over 14 herbal extracts and vitamins to exfoliate the scalp and nourish the follicle, while stimulating circulation thereby generating oxygen.  In addition, this system uses natural ingredients containing hormones (diosgenin) that can counterbalance the hormone DHT. 


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    <created-at type="datetime">2008-09-30T11:11:30-07:00</created-at>
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    <title>HAIR NEEDS OXYGEN TO GROW</title>
    <updated-at type="datetime">2010-02-17T07:51:51-08:00</updated-at>
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    <content>The olive tree, symbol of abundance, glory and peace, gave its leafy branches to
crown the victorious in friendly games and bloody war, and the oil of its fruit has
anointed the noblest of heads throughout history. Olive crowns and olive branches,
emblems of benediction and purifi ation, were ritually offered to deities and powerful
fi gures: some were even found in Tutankhamen&#8217;s tomb.
Hair loss can happen as a result of illness, anemia, exposure to certain chemicals, medications, physical and emotional stress or childbirth.
Hair needs oxygen to grow and excessive hair thinning may be due to poor circulation (lack of oxygen) to the affected area.Select the appropriate Organic ROOT Stimulator&#8482; products that best suit your hair type and texture.  To avoid skin irritation or allergic reaction, follow directions carefully. Conduct a patch test to check for any skin sensitivity or allergies.  Do not use the Organic ROOT Stimulator&#8482; system four days before or seven days after any chemical service.

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    <created-at type="datetime">2008-10-03T11:04:14-07:00</created-at>
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    <title>THE SECRET OF OLIVE OIL.</title>
    <updated-at type="datetime">2008-12-05T22:37:17-08:00</updated-at>
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    <content>The skin is in a continual renewal process.  This renewal takes place every twenty-one to twenty-four days.  During this process, new scalp cells are being formed, as old skin cells are being shed.  If your scalp has the proper moisture balance, the oils secreted from the sebaceous glands assist in regulating this exfoliation process.  Flaking and itching occurs when the body's moisture balance is out of sync and the exfoliation process does not happen at the normal rate.  This type of imbalance can appear in two forms: Pityriasis Capitus Simplex and Pityriasis Steatoides.  Pityriasis Simplex is flaking with symptoms of an itchy scalp with small white flakes/scales, usually as a result of an under active oil gland.  While Pityriasis Steatoides is diagnosed by oily scalp residue and flaking, it is usually attributed to an over-active oil gland.
ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA Pattern baldness is often a misunderstood condition; it simply means that you have a genetic pre-disposition to hair loss, creating a conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).  DHT the affects circulation to the follicle, slowing cell metabolism, while denying oxygen-rich blood needed for growth.  If left untreated, the follicle will be choked by the DHT and eventually disappear. 

Androgenic Alopecia accounts for 95% of all hair loss in men and women; however, men experience a much greater degree of loss.  This form of hair loss begins slowly and affects men in their early 20's.  It usually starts with a receding hairline, which then advances to the top of the head. 

Although women have significantly lower DHT levels, their hair loss is gradual, normally occurring over most of the scalp as a result of hormonal imbalances.  This process frequently begins during the late 30's / early 40's or the onset of menopause.
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    <created-at type="datetime">2008-10-06T11:41:17-07:00</created-at>
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    <title>WHAT IS FLAKING AND DRY SCALP?</title>
    <updated-at type="datetime">2008-12-05T22:50:01-08:00</updated-at>
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    <content>&lt;p&gt;Most of the products created to prevent the symptoms of flaking and itching were developed for consumers with over-active oil glands.  Many of these treatments consist of shampoos with ingredients such as coal tar, salicylic acid and even zinc pyrithione, designed to remove excess oil from the hair and scalp. These types of products can often be harsh, actually removing vital moisture needed for proper growth. Organic ROOT Stimulator has conducted research with leading dermatologists to develop a line of herbal-derived scalp therapeutics that effectively arrest flaking and itching, while regulating the moisture production of the scalp.  TEA TREE OIL The soothing medicated hair and scalp oil utilizes the benefits of Tea Tree Oil to ensure that the scalp is healthy and, thus, creates the perfect environment for hair to thrive. Tea Tree Oil nourishes the scalp to ensure that hair looks and feels healthy.  SOY OIL The protein enriched hair and scalp food utilizes the benefits of soy to replenish the hair and scalp. Soy is a rich blend of protein, B vitamins and minerals that nourish and moisture the hair and scalp. It conditions and strengthens the hair to ensure that hair looks and feels healthy.  JOJOBA OIL The maximum shine hair and scalp moisturizer most closely mimics the scalp's natural sebum oil, meaning that it works effectively. When Jojoba oil is applied to the scalp and hair it attracts and holds moisture and shine. Jojoba Oil will lubricate the hair shaft so that the hair is conditioned without a greasy feel.&lt;/p&gt;</content>
    <created-at type="datetime">2008-10-06T14:22:29-07:00</created-at>
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    <title>ORGANIC ROOT STIMULATOR SCALP THERAPEUTICS</title>
    <updated-at type="datetime">2009-03-02T11:07:59-08:00</updated-at>
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    <content>&lt;p&gt;It was seven years ago when I was introduced to ORS products. I was in my in-between (relaxed to natural) stages where I was wearing my hair natural (corn rows, micros, afros, and all) and I tried everything, but nothing worked. Until my sister who braids hair as a side gig and she introduced my to the Shea Butter lotion. There was no turning back. It made my scalp feel soooo good.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Five years ago, I started wearing my hair straight (inbetween stages again). I started using the Olive Oil Sheen Spray and couldn't resist. It leaves a great shine and it's not heavy.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Now I'm a seven year ORS veteran and I continue to be a lifetime consumer of these products. It's not just about shine, it's about healthy hair. I have ORS hair!!!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Lovin' it!!!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Holla!!!&lt;/p&gt;</content>
    <created-at type="datetime">2009-10-12T10:08:38-07:00</created-at>
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    <title>My experience with ORS</title>
    <updated-at type="datetime">2009-10-12T12:47:43-07:00</updated-at>
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    <content>&lt;p&gt;I&amp;nbsp;lived in a small town in Central Cali. African American hair care products were scarce to say the least. I couldn't wait to get back to Chicago so I could walk into ANY beauty supply store and have my pick of a million different products. A week before I was hired at Namaste, I picked up a box of ORS relaxer. Prior to this I had been a long time user of the brand sold at Sally's Beauty Supply. I can't even remember the name. But I figured if I was gonna work for the company, I need to at least be aware of how good, or bad, the products are.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Talk about being blown away. The relaxer straightened my hair better than any other home relaxer kit I had ever used. Not only did it straighten my hair, it left my hair and scalp moisturized. My scalp was usually dry as the Sahara desert, but this time was different.The kit includes so many products to take care of every step of the relaxer process: straightening, neutralizing the relaxer, conditioning, and styling. Now of course once I told my girlfriend about it, she starts to tell me how she loves the products and has been using them for a while. What kind of friend wouldn't pass this info along?? I was glad to know that I wasn't the only one I knew that is happy with the products. I even use the moisturizing lotion and aloe vera shampoo on my one year old's hair. His hair was really dry before I started using those products. Now I can comb his hair very easily, even if I skip a day of moisturizing. Anyone who has a child whose hair needs to be combed, can appreciate it when the product you use makes your job easier.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I'm not only a spokesperson, I'm a client. ORS products really add to the overall health of your hair. In this economy, going to the salon may no longer be an option. So why not by products that give you the same salon results? That's exactly what I do.&lt;/p&gt;</content>
    <created-at type="datetime">2009-10-12T10:11:54-07:00</created-at>
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    <title>My ORS experience......</title>
    <updated-at type="datetime">2009-10-12T12:44:14-07:00</updated-at>
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    <content>&lt;p&gt;For a while I gave up on using products, only using Vaseline for my hair (which isn&amp;rsquo;t healthy because it clogs the pores of your scalp and it prevents your hair from growing). I was introduced to Organic Root Stimulator about 8 months ago and let me tell you, I love my hair. It is the healthiest I&amp;rsquo;ve seen my hair since I was a little girl. My hair used to be dull and thin and I couldn&amp;rsquo;t do anything with it. Since then, my hair doesn&amp;rsquo;t shed anymore. It looks great, it smells great, and most of all I love how it feels. I get compliments daily on my hair&amp;rsquo;s shine and body. If I had a starting line up for my hair it would be:&lt;br /&gt;&amp;bull; Creamy Aloe Shampoo for cleansing and the great smell it leaves on my hair&lt;br /&gt;&amp;bull; Replenishing Conditioner for the softness and the strength it gives my hair&lt;br /&gt;&amp;bull; Olive Oil Lotion for the nutrition and the moisture it gives my hair&lt;br /&gt;&amp;bull; Carrot Oil to keep my hair from breaking&lt;br /&gt;&amp;bull; Olive Oil Sheen Spray for daily oil and maximum shine&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What&amp;rsquo;s your Organic Root Stimulator starting line up?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</content>
    <created-at type="datetime">2009-10-12T12:18:43-07:00</created-at>
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    <title>My Organic Root Stimulator Starting Line Up.</title>
    <updated-at type="datetime">2009-10-12T12:44:07-07:00</updated-at>
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    <content>&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;saw the new commercial on Friday while watching the show "The Game". It was splendid! I liked the natural feeling of it, the way the ladies were conversing reminded me of sitting around chatting with my girls. Did anyone else see it? How did you like it?&lt;/p&gt;</content>
    <created-at type="datetime">2009-10-12T12:34:38-07:00</created-at>
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    <title>Have you seen the new ORS Commercial?</title>
    <updated-at type="datetime">2009-10-12T12:43:58-07:00</updated-at>
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    <content>&lt;p&gt;Is your hair and scalp dry during the winter season? &amp;nbsp;Try using the Organic Root Stimulator Uplifting Shampoo and Hair Mayonnaise. &amp;nbsp;Uplifting Shampoo is the perfect shampoo to help lift build-up and residue from the scalp. &amp;nbsp;Blended with capiscum and kola nut it will help stimulate the scalp and add moisture. &amp;nbsp;Use the Hair Mayonnaise conditioner as a protein conditioning treatment to help reduce shedding and breakage. &amp;nbsp;Now with Wheat Germ Oil to strengthen, no egg is required!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This duo is a sure win to help you with your winter blues! &amp;nbsp;By the way, make a cup of cocoa while you have your Hair Mayonnaise treatment and feel like you are having a spa at home!&lt;/p&gt;
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    <created-at type="datetime">2010-02-17T07:49:35-08:00</created-at>
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    <rating>Hair Mayonnaise, Shedding, breaking, treatment, shampoo, winter, flaking, dry, itchy</rating>
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    <title>Winter Hair Blues...</title>
    <updated-at type="datetime">2010-02-17T07:50:52-08:00</updated-at>
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