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HydroPeptide Uplift Eye - Anti-Wrinkle and Sensitive is a powerful eye treatment that instantly lifts, smooths, and diminishes visible signs of aging in the entire eye area, including the upper eye lid and is now available in clinic and online from Face the Future.
The soothing gel formula visibly lifts, tightens and diminishes crepiness, fine lines and wrinkles, as well as reduces puffiness around the eyes.
Advanced Peptides, Glutathione and a triple Hyaluronic Acid complex act as a topical filler, deeply hydrating the skin and enhancing elasticity for youthful-looking eyes.
HydroPeptide Uplift Eye - Anti-Wrinkle and Sensitive is suitable for all skin types.
- Visibly lifts and tightens.
- Smoothes crepiness.
- Reduces puffiness.
- Restores hydration.
- Reduces moisture loss.
How to Use:
- Gently pat sparingly on clean skin directly to the eye lid working up to the eyebrow bone.
- Apply along crow's feet and lower contours of the eye.
- Allow to absorb for a few moments and follow with an eye cream if necessary.
Ingredients for HydroPeptide Uplift Eye - Anti-Wrinkle and Sensitive:
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Honey, Dimethicone, Argania Spinosa Kernel Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Lactate, Ppg-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate, Xanthan Gum, Glutathione, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Glyceryl Stearate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Allantoin, Carbomer, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Cetearyl Olivate, Bisabolol, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Panthenol, Phytic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Olivate, Caprylyl Glycol, Gluconolactone, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Alcohol, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Myristoyl Tripeptide-31, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Isostearate, d-Limonene, Citral
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If you haven’t heard of plum oil, don’t stress—it’s basically beauty’s best-kept secret. Using plums in skin care actually originated hundreds of years ago in Western Asia, which is home to some of the longest-living people (who probably have the best skin, too). Coincidence? We think not. Here’s everything you need to know.
So, what is plum oil?
Plum oil (also known as plum seed oil or plum kernel oil) is a cold-pressed, virgin beauty oil extracted from the seeds of French Ente plums. Its most impressive stats? That it’s eight times more powerful than argan oil and six times more powerful than marula oil when it comes to protecting skin and hair from free radicals. Whoa.
What are the benefits of using plum oil?
It’s full of nourishing omega fatty acids (13 different kinds to be exact) and vitamins A and E, which heal and hydrate dry skin, hair and nails better than any other oil out there. Plum oil also has anti-inflammatory properties that help to reduce the appearance of—ready for it?—puffiness, irritation, dark spots, under-eye circles, wrinkles and dry skin. It’s also good for soothing skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. It’s more or less the oil to end all oils.

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Klorane Strengthening Shampoo with Quinine and Organic Edelweiss
Klorane Strengthening Shampoo with Quinine and Organic Edelweiss for Thinning Hair 200ml
Formulated for lifeless, thinning hair, this gentle shampoo strengthens, revitalises hair and promotes hair growth. Quinine is selected for its scientifically proven stengthening and stimulating properties. Organic Edelweiss, found in the Alps, is selected for its resistance to the most extreme conditions. The combination of these two active ingredients along with Caffeine and B Vitamins, help to restore vigour and reduce hair loss.
Suitable during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Strengthens thinning hair
Apply to wet hair. Work into a lather and then rinse. In case with contact with eyes, rinse thoroughly.


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The muffin top rated – a bulge of Body fat that squeezes out with the waistband – is undoubtedly an all-much too-common trend fake pas. Even in attire or skirts, this unwelcome fat will destroy an outfit and draw awareness to your abdomen and like handles. With CoolSculpting, that unappealing muffin best and appreciate tackle padding will soften absent and depart you that has a smoother, more contoured physical appearance from the tummy place.
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This course of action could be executed in the course of a lunch hour and can transform your self-esteem More Help and attractiveness without having impacting your work or social program. With the strength of CoolSculpting at Sensational Skin, it is possible to freeze the fat from your abdomen and enjoy handles simultaneously with various equipment and our new CoolAdvantage applicators. The brand new applicators permit individuals to deal with equally enjoy handles in 35 minutes.
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During the CoolSculpting® procedure, a gel pad is put on the pores and skin just before The position with the applicator. The CoolSculpting® applicator is then positioned above the remedy region. As a result of vacuum assisted applicator, individuals may in the beginning experience a pulling, tugging or pinching sensation. Next, the cooling part is activated.
A group of renowned Harvard experts designed the FDA-cleared CoolSculpting® procedure which makes use of a specifically managed cooling process termed Cryolipolysis™ to focus on Body fat, freeze fat, and forever eradicate fat cells devoid of harm to other tissue.
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Few years back i was very fond of reading a very worldwide famous magazine called “Reader’s Digest” a mini magazine and costly one . It supposed to be spreading very genuine information . I was almost reading this magazine since year 2000 .One day i read an article about which vitamins actually is beneficial and for what purpose . Article was such that it claimed that scientist has discovered that having vitamin C supplements or tablets can actually improve memory . And i felt “wow” this is amazing after that i started taking vitamin C as supplements in my diet . Also this magazine published that scientist has discovered that taking Vitamin E as supplements in your diet can actually proved to be work as beneficial as natural Vitamin E. So i included both vitamins in my diet. After few years the same magazine says Scientist has discovered that taking Vitamin C or any other vitamins as supplements in your diet does not have any benefits . Now tell what to believe or what not to believe. Such a prestigious magazine and reliable discovery of scientist . Can you bother to say that these both are false or misleading us?
I do not understand what these scientist do that they do not themselves that they are right or wrong and before knowing the truth they publish their discovery in the magazine and the magazine people do publish their article for the sake of money and showing off they are bringing worldly knowledge to the mass.
I just feel to warn you that don’t believe on what scientist has discovered specially regarding to health matters because one day they find something new and they publish it and after few years they contradict themselves that what they found out was not actually true.
To the conclusion read magazine as a source of Information not as something which is spreading the truth and awareness. What is truth and what is not , you may not know until you encounter it yourself till then take media just as a source of information and do not believe it complete as truth.


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Coconut oil has become quite a popular super food during the past few years. It is widely used in the tropical countries for cooking. In India especially, coconut oil has been used since ages for cooking as well as for skin benefits. The West too, now is reaping the benefits of organic coconut oil not to mention the very famous bullet coffee from the keto diet having coconut oil as an important ingredient. However, with the growing market for the oil, it has also become more challenging to pick out the best coconut oil. But, we have done that job for you already, as we have prepared a list of the Top 10 best extra virgin coconut oil (s) so that you get only the best.
Nutritional Value Of Coconut Oil
According to Ayurveda, cold pressed coconut oil contains both Pitta and Vata pacifying properties. It is absolutely nourishing and additionally improves your immunity and strength. Organic coconut oil is also rich in rare medium chain fatty acids (MCFA). These fatty acids are very easily absorbed by the body, digested, metabolized and utilized. Cold pressed coconut oil also has several anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties. Studies shows that the regular consumption of pure coconut oil helps in protecting the sensitive lining of your small and large intestine. The regular consumption of organic coconut oil also maintains your healthy heart and is a great energy source for your body.
Organic Coconut Oil For Health
Ayurveda also claims that the regular use of cold pressed coconut oil to massage the scalp promotes hair growth and reduces stress. It also encourages the use of organic coconut oil in treating respiratory conditions like pneumonia. Cold pressed coconut oil is also very beneficial for the skin in preventing dryness, rashes and delaying the signs of aging. It is a very efficient moisturizer and keeps your skin soft and hydrated. Scientific studies shows that 65% substances which we apply on our body, is absorbed into the bloodstream and ayurveda prohibits putting anything on skin that you wouldn’t eat.
How Coconut Oil Is Extracted?
Organic coconut oil is extracted by two methods:
– Dry processing
– Wet processing
The extra virgin coconut oil is the unprocessed coconut oil technique that doesn’t undergo refinery processes. Its manufacturing does not involve any refining, bleaching and deodorising. Extra virgin coconut oil, also known as crude oil, unrefined or cold pressed coconut oil is unfiltered with no additives. Thus, it is the most nutritious oil you can use for your body.
Top 10 Best Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
Below, we have compiled a list of the best coconut oil in India. These have been specifically hand-picked by us after compiling a whole lot of reviews from customers as well as by personally using them for months. They, undoubtedly are some of the superior-quality and best coconut oil in India available.
Nutiva Coconut Oil
Organic / ketogenic
Nutiva’s Coconut Oil is a healthful addition to your vegetarian, vegan, raw, whole food, paleo, ketogenic, as well as gluten-free diets. The purity and nutritious density is good for you both inside and out. You could also use this luscious, soothing coconut oil as a natural skin moisturizer, eye make-up remover, deep conditioning hair treatment. This organic coconut oil is one of the best coconut oil in India out there.
Maxcare Virgin Coconut Oil
100% Natural, Cold Pressed & Unrefined
Max care VCO is pure, cold pressed, unrefined oil extracted from best quality coconut milk. This cold pressed coconut oil ensures that all the essential nutrients and the natural goodness of fresh coconuts are retained in the oil. While a lot of coconut oil available in the market are made by expeller method from dehydrated coconut meat, max care VCO is extracted from fresh coconut milk. Thus, making it the finest quality and the best coconut oil in India.
Nature's Way Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
uSDA Certified / hexane free
On our third position is Nature’s Way Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil. It is pure, extra virgin, cold pressed coconut oil that is USDA certified organic, unrefined, unbleached, hexane-free, and gluten-free. This particular organic coconut oil has a very superior taste and aroma. The product is vegetarian and has no added sugar
Garden of Life Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
Cold Pressed Coconut Oil For Hair, Skin And Cooking
This Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is among the healthiest and most versatile dietary oils in the world. Unlike refined coconut oils, their pure coconut Oil is not hydrogenated, bleached, refined or deodorized. Meat from only the finest, organically grown coconuts is shredded, to extract the cold pressed coconut oil from the coconut milk. It is then filtered and separated to extract only the highest-quality oil. It is free from trans-fatty acids and contains medium-chain fatty acids, including lauric acid, caprylic acid and capric acid, which are quickly converted to energy by the body.
Coco Soul Cold Pressed Natural Virgin Coconut Oil
vegan, preservative free, gluten free and non GMO
Coco Soul cold pressed coconut oil is 100 Percent pure and natural. This oil is particularly prepared from very fresh, raw coconuts through a meticulous No Heat Process. The cold extraction technology helps in preserving the vital nutrients, rich aroma and flavor of pure coconut oil, thus making it fit for raw consumption. The VCNO Superfood happens to be one of the richest plant based sources of naturally occurring Medium Chain Triglycerides MCTs. These MCTs contributes upto 60 Percent of the total fatty acid content. Unlike the long chain saturated fats, itquickly gets digested for instant energy release. The high content of naturally occurring Laurie acid C12 and Vitamin E sustains for an incredible array of health promoting properties. It is very effective in helping in weight management.
Indus Valley Bio Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
100% Organic / pesticides and fertilisers free
Indus valley bio organic extra virgin coconut oil is unrefined, unbleached and solidified at lower temperatures. It is extremely advantageous since it doesn’t alter the essential nutrient value. This cold pressed coconut oil is 100 percent pure and organic. It is extracted from the best quality coconut milk making it the best coconut oil ever. This non-sticky oil is loaded with vital nutrients such as vitamin E, that forms an essential nutrient for hair and skin care. Indus valley bio organic extra virgin coconut oil’ also helps to soothe dry and rough skin. This organic coconut oil can also be used as a baby care product.
Pure & Sure Organic Coconut Oil
Made from the finest quality coconuts
Phalada Pure and Sure supplies a whole range of certified organic food products stemmed from their aim of providing complete solutions across organic supply chain. Produced from the finest quality of coconuts sourced from certified organic farms across India, Phalada Pure and Sure Organic Coconut Oil is an excellent all-purpose oil making food light and healthy. The coconuts are grown without the use of any chemicals, pesticides or insecticides. It is cultivated through controlled organic farming practices.
Island Fresh Superior Organic Virgin Coconut Oil
Certified organic & non-GMO
Coming to taste, aroma and texture, this is simply the best coconut oil. Island Fresh cold pressed coconut oil is produced by keeping temperatures low and avoiding refinement methods. Its creamy, flavorful is just the way nature intended. This coconut oil nourishes your skin from the outside-in as well as inside-out. And, not to mention also feeding your appetite. It is a cold-pressed coconut oil and never heated. The use of a traditional method of oil extraction preserves the unique features of pure coconut oil, that includes both its tropical taste and aroma.
Kirkland Signature Cold Pressed Unrefined Organic Virgin Coconut Oil
Cold pressed, unrefined and chemical free
This is an unrefined, chemical-free, virgin and cold pressed coconut oil. It can be used as a substitute to butter on your favorite baking recipes. Also, add it to your morning smoothie for natural sweetness and body. It works wonders as a moisturizing body butter. Product of the beautiful tropics of the Philippines or Vietnam. It contains 100% Organic Virgin Coconut Oil.
Organic India Virgin Coconut Oil
100% pure organic coconut oil
This is a raw, pure, virgin, vegan, unrefined, certified organic and cold pressed coconut oil. It has properties of natural super food that is beneficial for the heart. It is extracted by the cold processed technique and is purely organic coconut oil. Organic India extra virgin coconut oil ranks as the highest quality and pure organic coconut oil. It is the highest quality, best tasting, ultra healthy and the best coconut oil in India available. It is excellent for cooking as well as for the hair and skin
Coconut oil is a very versatile ingredient. One bottle, multiple uses. Ditch those heavy chemicals you slather on yourself with a few drops of organic coconut oil for a healthier lifestyle. You could also dress your salads with a spoonful of pure coconut oil for health benefits and extraordinary taste. You can also replace the butter with coconut oil in cakes, cookies for delish treats. Coconut oil also heals any wounds more efficiently and quickly than any chemical or medicine. It also acts as an excellent lubricator for door handles or any other furniture. So there isn’t really a reason why you wouldn’t own a bottle of a cold pressed, extra virgin coconut oil for your home straightaway.
Our list of the best coconut oil in India have been prepped by our hardworking team after researching through customer reviews, feedbacks. Additionally, we have also tried out these cold-pressed coconut oil personally for days so that we only review the best coconut oils for your use. These chronological arrangements have been done entirely by us after extensive reviewing and personal feedbacks so you can trust us blindly.
We would love to hear your feedbacks on our article of the best coconut oil in India. Let us know of your favourite hack of organic coconut oil or your favourite brand to use. Also let us know if we missed anything by commenting below.


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How To Make Sperm Count Go Up
Male fertility supplement vary in the kinds and also quantities of active components they have, however, a lot of consist of zinc, selenium, arginine, coenzyme Q and folic acid. Generally, there is still inadequate proof for the advantages of male fertility supplements in terms of big properly designed tests.
Male fertility depends on the continuous production of sperm by the testes in order to feed an egg, and the ability for erection as well as ejaculation in order for the sperm to reach the egg. Male inability to conceive describes the inability for a guy to attain a pregnancy with a female partner, after one year of normal and also vulnerable sex.
Sperm quality is one essential procedure of male fertility. It includes the amount of sperm in semen (sperm focus), the shape of sperm (sperm morphology) and also sperm’s capacity to swim to an egg (sperm mobility). Interestingly, research suggests the high quality of human semen.
Did you understand that the sperm volume increase is the tiniest cell in the body?
And a sperm climaxed today initially began creating about 3 months ago?scientifically confirmed herbal/nutritional mix that sustains male fertility vitamins for men by helping improve sperm high quality, sperm count as well as sperm mobility (spontaneous motion). It also uses a few health benefits unassociated to sexual function.In most situations, a male’s sperm health– including his sperm count and also sperm motility– is not associated to the amount of semen volume increase he produces.
A number of points can create adjustments in the volume of your ejaculate. The first is simply age. “When you were a young person simply undergoing puberty, that’s probably one of the most semen you’re ever before going to ejaculate in your life,” claims Cohen. “Slowly, over decades, that volume will decrease.” How To Make Sperm Count Go Up
Here’s why: “Everybody recognizes as men obtain older, your prostate grows. The result: Lower semen volume.
It’s a good idea to consult a health care service provider who can take a complete clinical history and carry out a full examination if you’re concerned regarding your semen volume. As well as instead of seeking wonder drugs to boost your sex life as well as sexual function, it’s a better approach to bear in mind that all aspects of your sex-related health will certainly be better when you are healthy sperm count.
Many men link the top quality of their sperm with enhanced sex-related power, potency, vigor and drive . Unaddressed worries in this field lug the risk of bring about reduced sense of confidence and self-worth, even inhibiting the quest of sex-related encounters. A number of variables are believed to have an effect, such as hormonal agents, genes, way of living and also diet regimen. For those looking to increase reduced semen volume, you can take steps to improve and increase semen amount. A range of supplements are readily available, targeting strength, volume and also flavour .
If you have a penis and ejaculate, you could wish to well, ejaculate more than you do today. Semen, or seminal fluid, consists of sperm cells. Consequently, the market is abundant with supplements that assert to increase semen volume and also sperm health and wellness.
In addition to sperm cells, the semen also contains a combination of fluids from plasma called critical plasma. Only a weak portion of 2 to 5% of the semen is the sperm cells, which of course, is necessary for maternity.
male fertility supplement is a supplement planned to increase semen volume, sperm health, as well as, consequently, boosted reproductive feature and an increased opportunity of fertility. The supplier states that by targeting the DNA of the sperm, the oxidative stresses might create a reduction in sperm count in addition to sperm volume.
A examination was carried out to gauge the length as well as strength of the sex-related climaxes by the men, which asserts that the participants in the sperm volume increaser experienced greater levels (in the range of 20%) of ejaculated semen volume compared to the placebo team along with greater climax intensity.How To Make Sperm Count Go Up


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Over the years since I first got into skincare, I have been through so many different products. I have had some really terrible ones that have done nothing for me and I have had others that have made my skin even worse. Luckily, I have now found the cosmetic ingredients that agree with my skin and I am able to choose my products based on this.
One ingredient that I have been trying out recently in my skincare is CBD. There are so many different brands offering CBD products but my favourite brand, Revolution Skincare have a cleanser that I love. I have been using the Revolution Skincare CBD Gentle Cream Cleanser as a second cleanse. Once I have washed my makeup off, I will use this just to make sure there’s no traces of makeup or dirt left on my skin. I have found that this cleanser leaves my skin feeling really smooth and clean. It doesn’t dry my skin out like a lot of cleansers tend to do and it doesn’t irritate it in anyway. I am tempted to try more of the CBD range now that I have got on well with this cleanser.
Rose and Green Tea
Another cosmetic ingredient that I have found works for me is rose. I have tried several different toners in the past that have had rose water in it which has made my skin really clear and even. I have found that anything that has rose in really makes a big difference to my overall complexion. Another similar ingredient is green tea – while I might not like to drink it, it works wonders on my skin!
As a big fan of face masks, I always make sure I pick ones out that have great ingredients in. One of my favourite brands for sheet masks is Missha. I have recently chosen the Missha Airy Fit Green Tea sheet mask which is one I have used several times before. I like to use a sheet mask once a week as a bit of a pamper, it makes my skin look really glowy and I always feel like it’s really hydrated after too.
Doing my research on skincare has really helped. I now only buy things that I think will actually work and I tend to steer clear of trends. I have lost count of the amount of times I bought a trending product only for it to ruin my skin!


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As for our hair care, skincare and cold pressed soap products, they are specially formulated with the finest ingredients to address multiple skin care and hair care concerns simultaneously. Our products contains proactive ingredients that work together to repair, rejuvenate, protect, hydrate, and nourish the skin and hair follicles. The result--skin care and hair care that is not only more effective, but also simpler to use.


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Dr. Desai has done an excellent job making sure I’m comfortable and happy with my treatment. He’s very attentive and you can tell that he and his entire staff genuinely care.
The office is very clean and they are always on top of sanitation to prevent the spread of COVID-19
Parmer Lane Orthodontist is the best office to get started on your braces & Invisalign. Dr.Dip is great at explaining all the procedures in order to achieve your perfect smile!. He takes great care of all his patients, such a clean well organized environment. 10/10 would recommend.


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The staff is very professional, friendly, and extremely helpful. I am a repeat customer (last visit in Feb), yet I was greeted warmly and quickly recognized by the front desk staff and by the assistant who cared for me during my last visit. Their warm and friendly greeting, as soon as I walked in, made me feel very relaxed and at-ease. Dr. Jo and his staff are very knowledgeable on all the services and products they provide. Because of their strong knowledge base, they are amazing patient educators and explain thoroughly the recommended treatment plan, offer other similar options available, and answered all my questions promptly and patiently. I’d like to especially thank Lidia Zuniga (Retail Educator/PCC) for sharing her high level of expertise, wisdom, and skin care products recommendations for MY (sensitive, not easy to deal with) skin. She was able to multitask and complete her job duties (and relieving/taking over responsibilities for other staff members that were leaving for the day) effortlessly and with a very pleasant attitude. She gave me, what I would consider, the best and most thorough skin consultation I’ve ever had. Despite her busy workload, she gave me her full attention and listened to all my concerns. She even personally wrote me a list instructing the correct order in which to apply my skin care products... for both morning and night!! That was extremely kind of her and super helpful for me to use them correctly. I felt very secure and confident walking out of there with all the information, instructions, samples, and recommendations she gave me. She said she understood my sensitive skin dilemma, so she did not want me to buy full bottles and then find out I can’t use them. (This has happened to me several times in the past) I will be ordering full-size products once I test out the samples and pick the ones I like. Lidia was so nice and friendly during our entire interaction. She gave me her card (with her email address) and asked me to let her know if I have any problems or concerns, any time. WOW!!! Now THAT’S EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! Since I live on the other side of town from the clinic, she reassured me that I wouldn’t have to worry about driving 55 minutes to pick up the products I’d choose to purchase (after using the samples). She said she’d order whatever I’d need and have it shipped directly to my house. Lidia, thank you so much for taking such great care of me and making yourself available, should the need arise. I wish I could remember the names of everyone that took such good care of me today. THANK YOU, YOU GUYS!! You rock!! Thank you, Dr. Jo!! I’ll be seeing you soon. Keep up the good work!!! More
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For the convenience of our patients, we have two offices in the Greater Houston area. Known for our excellent services and caring staff, we provide a wide range of dermatological services, cosmetic procedures, and skin cancer diagnosis and treatments. With our team of board-certified dermatologists, skilled medical aestheticians, and a doctor who specializes in Mohs surgery, you'll feel like part of our family. We encourage you to read through the current and former patient reviews below. From treatments for medical conditions and cosmetic issues to acute and chronic skin problems, our team hopes these stories help you decide to schedule an appointment at Clear Lake Dermatology in Webster or Clear Lake, TX.
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Do you wonder how fast hair grows? Apparently, there is no one definitive answer to that question. The growth rate of hair can depend on a variety of factors, including genetics, age, and overall health. Still, there are some general trends that can give you a better idea of how fast hair typically grows. So, read on to learn more about the average growth rate for hair and find out what you can do to promote healthy hair growth!
- How fast does hair grow Faster and Stronger? Tips to grow hair fast
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- How to make your hair grow stronger
- What factors can affect hair growth?
- Hair growth during and after pregnancy
- Can you make your hair grow faster?
- Are there any other things I can do to encourage hair growth?
How fast does hair grow Faster and Stronger? Tips to grow hair fast
The most oft-quoted average rate of human hair growth is 6 inches (15 centimeters) per year.
However, the majority of studies measuring the rate of hair growth didn’t take into account the race of study participants. It’s known, for instance, that Caucasian hair differs from Asian and African hair in several ways, e.g., density (how closely hair strands are packed together) and the angle of hair growth.
How fast your hair grows will depend on your:
- specific hair type
- overall health
- other health conditions
Science has discovered a little bit about how hair growth is controlled at the cellular level in the body, but not enough to know how we can directly speed up hair growth. Read on to learn about the science behind hair growth and how to use that knowledge for healthier hair.
First of all, it’s important to note that everyone’s hair growth rate will vary due to many factors—think genes, hormone levels, age, and more. That being said, there is an average rate of hair growth for humans. “Although it may be hard to believe, most people’s hair grows at the rate of half an inch per month,” explains Shab Reslan, a trichologist and Hair Health Expert at HairClub. “This means you will grow about six inches over an entire year.” Because it’s not very much, it’s important to take the best care of your ends every step of the way to keep every little bit of it if you’re trying to grow or maintain your hair.
The average hair growth rate of Asian female participants was nearly 6 inches per year. Comparatively, African female participants’ hair grew 4 inches (10 cm) per year, while Caucasian female participants’ hair grew a little more than 5 inches (13 cm) per year. The hair growth rate of the male participants didn’t significantly differ from that found for women.
Researchers also think that hair grows quicker in the summer due to dietary changes (eating more fruits and vegetables), as well as shifts in hormones and increased exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Cool It Down
Heat styling can break and damage hair. If you often get blow-outs or use a curling or straightening iron or hot comb, your hair may not grow as quickly as you’d like. If you must use heat:
- Spritz on a heat protectant first.
- Use the coolest setting.
- Work quickly so heat touches your hair as little as possible.
- Don’t use it every day.
Let Wet Hair Be
Wet hair is super-stretchy. If you brush it when it’s dripping, you could break strands or damage the cuticle, the shingle-like cells that protect each hair. Using heat tools on very wet hair can create bubbles in the hair shaft, making it extra fragile. If your hair’s straight, let it air-dry, then comb gently with a wide-tooth comb. For textured or curly hair, gently detangle with a wide-tooth comb while it’s damp.
Take Care With Color
Bleach and other chemical hair treatments like permanents weaken your hair, so it’s more likely to break before it grows to your longed-for length. If you choose a hue not too far from your natural color — say, three shades — you’ll need less damaging peroxide. Always spot-test store-bought dye before applying it to your whole head.
Meds Can Help or Hurt
Minoxidil is an over-the-counter medication that can help you hang on to the hair you have and even regrow some you’ve lost. But you must continue using it to keep up the results. Prescription meds to treat hair loss include spironolactone (Aldactone) and finasteride (Propecia). Hair loss may be a side effect of some medicines, including beta-blockers and amphetamines. Ask your doctor about alternatives if this happens to you.
Get a Trim
How could a haircut help your hair grow? When you get a trim, what comes off is the ends, the weakest parts of the strands. If left as is, those ends could break or split. Split ends can travel up your hair shafts and make your locks even shorter. Just don’t cut too much, if growth is your goal. Your hair grows about 1/2 inch a month, so you might aim for a 1/4-inch trim every 3 months or so.
Serious stress can send hair into a resting phase, skipping the stage that coaxes it to grow. It may put you at higher risk for a condition called alopecia areata, where your own immune system attacks your hair follicles. It could also lead to trichotillomania, a strong urge to pull out your hair. Your hair might grow back when you reduce the stress in your life or find ways to manage it.
Handle With Care
If your hair breaks easily, it needs extra pampering. For example, Black hair tends to be fragile, so pour on the TLC:
Don’t over-wash. Just do it enough to remove product buildup. That might be weekly or every other week.
If you relax your hair, go to a pro. Be sparing with touch-ups. Get them only about every 2-3 months, and only to new hair growth.
Treat your hair to a hot oil treatment every couple of weeks.
Take Care With Extensions and Braids
Wearing extensions or a weave might seem like a handy shortcut to the long locks you crave. But don’t wear them for more than 2-3 months at a time. And never pull them out yourself. It can harm your hair and scalp. If it hurts when your hair is styled into extensions, braids, weaves, or cornrows, they’re too tight and will damage your hair. Ask for a redo.
Get Into Condition(er)
Use conditioner every time you shampoo. It not only helps your hair behave and look better, it strengthens it and shields it from the sun’s harmful UV rays. If you have fine hair, apply it to just the bottom of your hair to avoid weighing it down. For Black hair, coat the tips well to nourish those fragile ends.
Don’t Lose Weight Too Fast
When you want to shed pounds, make sure your hair doesn’t go with them. Just as stress can trigger hair loss, so can sudden weight loss. For example, if you don’t get enough protein, your body will use what it can get — and hair growth is low priority. When your nutrition returns to normal, it’ll grow back. But it’s much better for you, and your hair, to follow a healthy, slower-paced diet plan.
Don’t Be Deficient
There’s no supplement proven to make hair grow faster. But if you’re short on certain nutrients, it can affect your hair. Low iron causes anemia, which can trigger hair loss. Vitamins B and D factor big in healthy hair. So do zinc, omega-3 fatty acids, and the B vitamin biotin. Your doctor can test you for deficiencies. Ask them whether you should take a multivitamin or supplement and how much.
Sleep on Satin
Crisp cotton linens feel good against your skin, but they might not be the best choice if you have fragile hair. Some people swear by wearing a satin bonnet to bed or sleeping on satin pillowcases. That won’t make hair grow faster, but it may reduce friction, frizz, and breakage. It feels luxurious, too.
Give Yourself a Massage
A few small studies have indicated that regular head massages might help hair grow in thicker. We need more research on this. But massages are known to help ease stress, and stress can contribute to hair loss. Besides, they feel great. Try a scalp massaging tool. Or gently press, stretch, and pinch your own scalp for several minutes each day.
Microneedling uses a roller with hundreds of fine needles to make tiny punctures in your scalp. It’s shown promise in helping people with hair loss, especially when used with other treatments like minoxidil. Scientists think it helps the medications penetrate your skin. You can buy microneedling kits over the counter, but it’s safer to see a dermatologist. Microneedling is complicated and can even make some conditions worse.
How to make your hair grow stronger
Hair is made up of keratin and dead skin cells. While there’s no direct method to make your hair grow faster overnight, there are steps you can take to keep your hair healthy and long. Talk to your doctor before trying supplements such as biotin, keratin, or other nutritional supplements. They may interact with medications and cause unintended side effects.
1. Keep up with vitamins and nutrients
While many companies promote vitamins or supplements for hair growth, they don’t always directly affect hair length. But the body does require a lot of energy to make your hair grow. Missing out on balanced meals and nutrients can affect hair growth.
It’s best to get your vitamins and nutrients from your diet, but supplements you may be interested in include:
|Vitamin or nutrient||Does it work?||Studies|
|omega-3 and 6||may work||In a studyTrusted Source of 120 healthy females, the group who took omega-3 and -6 supplements had less hair loss and improved hair density.|
|zinc||may only affect those with a zinc deficiency||Zinc deficiencyTrusted Source plays a role in hair loss.|
|B-5 and biotin||no evidence that it works for people who are not biotin deficient||A study that looked at oral supplements containing biotin and zinc found that they helped decreased hair shedding and improved hair quality and strength.|
|vitamin C||anecdotal evidence||The antioxidant effects of vitamin C may help prevent oxidative stress that causes hair to gray and thin out.|
|iron||may only work if you have an iron deficiency||Insufficient evidence for the relationship between iron deficiency and hair loss.|
|vitamin D||may only work if you have alopecia, or hair loss||One study found that people with alopecia had vitamin D deficiencies.|
2. Apply essential oils
Put a few drops of into your shampoo or dilute it with jojoba oil. One study showed that pumpkin seed increases hair count for men with hair loss by 40 percent.
Avoid applying essential oils directly to your skin. You can dilute the oil with a few drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier oil. Two other oils that may help include rosemary and peppermint oil. While the trials have been animal studies, results suggest that these oils may benefit hair growth.
You can also mix these essential oils with other carrier oils that prevent hair damage, such as:
3. Try topical ointments
Topical ointments are generally for people experiencing hair loss. They may help your hair grow. Studies show that these products are effective in treating alopecia, or hair loss, and promoting hair growth:
- topical melatonin reduces hair loss and increases hair density
- topical minoxidil 5 percent slows hair loss
- ketoconazole shampoo
4. Take keratin supplements
There aren’t many studies on the effects of protein, keratin, and vitamins on hair health. One study looked at a product that had 500 milligrams of keratin and other vitamins and minerals. The group that took the supplement showed:
- 12.5 percent reduction in hair loss
- 5.9 percent improved in hair strength
- improved hair brightness and luster
5. Use protein
Protein helps your hair grow and protect it from chemical and environmental damage. If you style or apply heat to your hair often, using a protein treatment can protect your hair. You can purchase these online or use coconut oil at home. Coconut oil helps reduce protein lost both before and after washing hair.
Too much protein can affect your kidneys. It may also cause your hair to become brittle, although this is rare. It’s best to get protein from your diet and not supplements. You can get protein from vegetables, nuts, yogurt, and other foods.
6. Caffeinate your follicles
Studies are still new on the effects of caffeine on hair growth, but a cell study found that caffeine may have growth-promoting effects on hair. Using hair products with caffeine, like this shampoo by AB Crew, as an ingredient may help.
What might be preventing someone from growing longer, stronger hair?
If your hair is weaker and more brittle compared to previous years, then it’s safe to assume that there might be an imbalance or deficiency in your body, resulting in malnourished hair, according to Reslan. “Reasons behind such effects include hormonal and thyroid imbalances, medications, diet, and inflammation from stress,” she says. “It’s important to look at your hair in a holistic manner, meaning a full 360 perspective involving your health, wellbeing, and daily hair routine.”
Trichologist-approved hair growth products
With so many hair growth products on the market, it is difficult to discern which pick is best for your hair. “I suggest a regimen that includes the right shampoo, conditioner, and topical treatment,” says Reslan. “I recommend the new EXT Stimul8 Shampoo and Conditioner set, as well as the EXT Acceler8 Booster. This trifecta will ensure that you’re cleansing the scalp sufficiently in order for the topical to penetrate post-shower, plus conditioning your ends to help protect and strengthen your hair.”
What factors can affect hair growth?
There are a few factors that can affect hair growth, including:
- genetics or family history of hair loss
- hormonal changes
- lack of nutrition
- trauma that damages follicles
- other diseases or conditions
It’s also important to note that if you are experiencing unexplained and severe hair loss, you should schedule a checkup with your doctor, as certain illnesses and health conditions can cause hair loss.
Hair growth during and after pregnancy
Women who are pregnant may feel that their hair is actually growing faster. And women who have just had a baby may feel like they are losing their hair at a faster rate than normal. This is because during pregnancy, the hormone estrogen actually causes a woman to have a higher ratio of hair follicles in the growing phase. After the baby is born, hair follicles return to the “resting” phase, making it appear as if they are shedding hair.
The bottom line
Most of the factors that control hair growth are out of our day-to-day control. The best step you can take is to prevent hair loss and thinning due to poor nutrition. Be sure to eat a balanced diet and stay hydrated. Check in with your doctor if you feel that you are experiencing significant hair loss.
Can you make your hair grow faster?
“Yes, although you shouldn’t expect it to grow overnight. Hair growth takes time, and while you don’t have much control over how fast it will grow, you do have control over the health of your hair and scalp—both of which are key factors to helping your hair grow in stronger and healthier,” says Pierre.
Building off the three stages we discussed earlier, when it comes to speeding up your hair growth, you’ll want to focus your attention on the hairs that are in the anagen phase.
As a quick refresher, “Anagen is the stage where the strand of hair is actively growing. In terms of [facilitating] faster hair growth, you want to focus on keeping a healthy hair environment for the strands of hair that are in this phase. This will help promote healthy hair from the very root and extend the amount of time that each hair spends in the growth stage,” explains Pierre.
Do you have any specific tips on how I can speed up hair growth?
Again, the most important factor in helping your hair grow faster is keeping your scalp healthy during the anagen phase. One simple way to do this is to use a gentle shampoo.
“Your scalp is a sensitive environment, so you want to avoid using products that contain harsh ingredients (like sulfates) which can strip natural oils. Instead, find a non-drying shampoo that will cleanse your hair and scalp, which will help reduce the amount of environmental buildup (i.e., dirt, excessive oil and sweat) and subsequent inflammation that can occur on your scalp,” says Pierre.
What about hair growth supplements or treatments?
Ah, you may want to save your money on those hair gummies you were targeted on Instagram. According to Dr. King, currently, the only over-the-counter treatment that has scientifically been proven to work is Minoxidil (the active ingredient found in Rogaine).
As she explains: “Minoxidil is the most proven over-the-counter option, and it works for both men and women. It’s a potassium channel opener, causing hyperpolarization of cell membranes. Theoretically, by widening blood vessels and opening potassium channels, it allows more oxygen, blood and nutrients to reach the follicles, which can encourage growth.”
What about essential oils? Do any of them promote hair growth?
The science is still limited. “We need bigger, better studies in order to properly evaluate whether or not these ingredients may help with hair growth,” says King.
Still, there are limited studies (and plenty of anecdotal claims) that there are some essential oils that could be promising, which include:
Rosemary Oil: “A 2015 study compared rosemary oil to minoxidil for hair growth and at 6 months, both groups saw significant increases in hair growth. This effect could be due to rosemary oil’s enhancement of micro capillary perfusion.”
Pumpkin Seed Oil: “Pumpkin seed oil has been shown to block the action of 5-alpha reductase, an enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT. This is thought to be why oral pumpkin seed oil may help decrease hair loss in androgenetic alopecia, but we need more data.”
Castor Oil: Perhaps the most touted hair growth oil on the Internet, King explains that while castor oil has been shown in a study to increase hair luster (aka shine), there are no studies (as of writing) that show that castor oil directly causes hair growth. (TL;DR: As long as it doesn’t irritate your skin, there isn’t much risk to trying it.)
And though it’s not an essential oil, honorable mention goes to ginseng root. “This is another ingredient to look for because ginseng stimulates scalp microcirculation and helps to inhibit the production of DHT, the main hormone responsible for androgenetic hair loss,” says King.
She recommends Collective Laborities Activating Serum because it has ginseng root as well as burdock root, which helps control dandruff because of its antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties, and malabar kino bark, which also has antifungal properties.
Remember what Pierre said earlier about keeping the environment of your hair (aka the scalp) healthy.
Are there any other things I can do to encourage hair growth?
Pierre is a proponent of scalp massages. “Not only do they feel amazing, but they help circulate blood and nutrients to the hair follicles, which can strengthen the hair and stimulate growth,” she says. You can try adding a few drops of one of the aforementioned oils to your shampoo before use—or apply it directly to your scalp, taking the time to really work it in.
Another thing to keep in mind is your diet and lifestyle habits. “Focus on having a healthy diet full of vitamin-packed foods (i.e., healthy fats, protein, iron and vitamin A) that will give your body the important nutrients needed for stimulating hair growth,” says Pierre.
King agrees adding that you want to try to minimize stress wherever possible and develop some techniques that can help with managing stress—be it regular exercise, meditating or scheduling Kikis with your friends—because stress can trigger the end of anagen phase.
King also stresses the importance of protecting the hair that’s already there. “Once a hair reaches beyond the surface of the scalp, it is physiologically dead. Because of this it cannot be nourished and can only be preserved, so you want to follow a hair care regimen that allows the protective layer, or cuticle, to remain intact for as long as possible to decrease breakage and drying out of the hair strands,” she explains.
This means steering clear of “shampoos with harsh detergents” (i.e. sulfates) and “gels or sprays that contain drying ingredients like alcohol.” Instead, you want to keep your strands moisturized with conditioners, creams or oils to decrease the risk of damage. “Glycerin based styling products are good for keeping the hair hydrated,” she adds.
Pierre’s parting advice is to be mindful of how often you heat style your hair. “Your blow dryer, straighter, or curling wand can cause some serious damage to healthy hair over time. As much as possible, scale back on the heat. And when you are using a hot tool, make sure you use a hair protectant beforehand.”


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How Medical Alert Systems Work in 2024: Your Full In-depth Guide
- Medical alert systems connect you with help in the event of a fall or other emergency.
- Medical alert devices are available as at-home systems or on-the-go wearables, monitored or unmonitored, and traditional or specialized.
- Some systems include a wearable help button and a base unit, and some have wall-mounted options.
- Costs start at $19.95, with additional fees for equipment, depending on the brand.
A medical alert system can be confusing if you haven’t used one before. For example, what is the difference between a monitored and unmonitored medical alert system? How do medical alert systems work outside the home? How much do medical alert systems cost? And are they covered by insurance?
Without a good understanding of how medical alert systems work, you could end up with a system that doesn’t suit your needs. The Reviews Team is here to help make your first medical alert system shopping experience easier, faster, and more productive.
Why you can trust our Reviews Team’s expert reviews
Our Reviews Team spent more than 2,500 hours conducting in-depth research on medical alert systems. During our process, we:
- Engaged in ongoing independent research
- Consulted with licensed adult caregivers and doctors who specialize in senior care
- Mystery shopped 13 medical alert system brands
- Tested various medical alert systems
- Surveyed more than 1,000 medical alert system users
- Read hundreds of verified customer reviews from trusted third parties, such as Better Business Bureau (BBB) and Trustpilot
Read more about our medical alert system review methodology.
What is a medical alert system?
A medical alert system has two parts: the equipment and the on-call, 24/7 monitoring service.
Medical alert equipment
Most at-home medical alert systems have a base unit (on-the-go systems generally don’t need one) that is plugged into a central place in your home and connects wirelessly to any wearable devices or wall-mounted sensors. Many companies also offer a mobile option you can use wherever you go. Mobile systems (also called on-the-go systems) typically include a charger and rechargeable battery.
Many alert systems include a wearable help button that communicates with the base unit. You can wear the lightweight help button around your neck as a necklace or wrist as a bracelet or watch, on your belt loop, or in your pocket.
Many systems also offer accessories, such as wall-mounted buttons, carrying cases, or extra help buttons. You can usually purchase add-on features such as location tracking or medication reminders for an additional one-time fee or for a monthly cost.
Setting up the equipment for a medical alert system is intended to be easy for most users. A typical setup involves plugging the base unit or charger into an electrical outlet and then testing each help button to ensure everything is connected properly. Most companies include a setup guide and offer customer support to help if needed. Some systems also have built-in voice prompts to help guide you through the setup process.
Medical alert monitoring service
The second component in any monitored medical alarm system is the monitoring service. You can expect to connect quickly (the average is 30 seconds, according to our Reviews Team’s testing) with a trained professional at the monitoring center when you press the emergency button on the base station, wearable help button, or wall-mounted button. Some wearable devices also have built-in fall detection sensors that send an automatic alert to the monitoring center when the sensors detect a fall.
Depending on the alert system package you purchase, monitoring center staff may also use GPS (technology that uses satellites to find your exact location). The staff member then contacts your local emergency medical services (EMS) and emergency contacts to get help to you as soon as possible.
To ensure uninterrupted monitoring, large medical alert service companies often have two monitoring centers in case of power outages or other issues at one center.
What are the main types of medical alert systems?
Medical alert systems include two major types: monitored and unmonitored.
Monitored and unmonitored medical alert systems
A monitoring center is staffed with agents who oversee emergency calls and assess situations quickly, calling 911 or emergency contacts when necessary. There is a monthly charge for a monitored system, but it offers more benefits and features than an unmonitored one. Unmonitored systems don’t connect to a monitoring center—they automatically connect directly to 911 or your emergency contacts such as family members, friends, or neighbors..
Our Reviews Team recommends monitored medical alert systems over unmonitored ones, since you may not always need 911 assistance, or your emergency contacts may miss the alert. Monitoring center staff are trained in specific ways, and the best medical alert systems have their monitoring centers Five Diamond Certified by The Monitoring Association, which confirms that agents have undergone advanced training and the center is subject to rigorous testing. Also, since unmonitored systems connect directly to 911, there’s the possibility that emergency services could arrive at the user’s home without vital context and potentially make the situation worse.
There are two types of monitored systems: at-home and on-the-go systems.
At-home medical alert systems
At-home devices are ideal for older adults with chronic diseases or mobility issues, whether living independently or with in-home support. Traditional at-home systems have the base station set up in the home’s central area, with the help button worn around the user’s neck or wrist, or placed at an easy-to-reach location on the wall.
You can use either a landline or cellular connection (the same connection smartphones use) with at-home systems. If you sign up for a cellular connection, you’ll be using the medical alert company’s cellular connection. That means you don’t need to be a customer of the cellular provider yourself—you just need to live in an area where the provider has a strong signal. That’s why it’s important to check with the cellular provider the medical alert company uses to confirm you’ll be able to receive strong coverage in your area. Medical alert companies typically use AT&T or Verizon. To check coverage in your area, use the AT&T Wireless Coverage Map or the Verizon Coverage Map.
Some at-home systems provide advanced technology and special features that allow caregivers to monitor users, including medication reminders, motion detectors, and home air and temperature sensors to guard against dangers, like carbon monoxide poisoning or indoor temperatures that are too low or too high.
On-the-go medical alert systems
On-the-go systems are ideal for both older adults who are homebound and for those who are able to be more active. No matter how often you leave your home, an on-the-go medical alert system can provide a quick and easy way to call for help in an emergency.
GPS mobile device
GPS devices act as a central piece in a traditional on-the-go system. Like at-home systems, a GPS mobile device works on your medical alert company’s cellular network. Some mobile systems offer all-in-one devices, and others provide a separate help button you can wear around your neck or wrist, clip to your belt, or carry in your purse or pocket.
The lightweight necklace option allows you to have constant access to the help button without wearing a bulky or heavy device.
Many GPS mobile devices offer fall detection for an additional monthly fee.
Specialized on-the-go devices
Some medical alert companies offer specialized on-the-go systems that include smartphones and smartwatches, such as the Apple Watch. These are ideal for older adults who are more comfortable with advanced technology, or who prefer a more discreet, fashion-forward solution. If this is you, check out our Reviews Team’s best medical alert watches. According to our Reviews Team’s proprietary survey of 1,000 medical alert users, a smartwatch is the most popular medical alert wearable device. The majority of respondents (44%) prefer a smartwatch, with the second-most popular option being a necklace (31%).
How do medical alert systems work?
When you press the help button on an at-home medical alert system base unit, wearable device, or mobile system, a monitoring center staff member receives your information and location. Some systems offer two-way communication, so the monitoring center professional can speak directly to you, evaluate the situation, and assist you in getting the appropriate help you need.
After evaluating the situation, monitoring center staff will dispatch emergency services if they think you need them.
What is fall detection?
Fall detection (also called automatic fall detection) is technology that has been built into a medical alert system device to sense when someone has fallen. It uses sensors called accelerometers, which detect motion, to identify when you fall and then send an alert to the medical alert company’s monitoring center that you need help. Most medical alert devices include fall detection as an optional feature for an additional monthly fee.
Many alert systems include a wearable sensor that is integrated into a GPS mobile device or worn as a lightweight necklace or wristband (both at-home and on-the-go). Research from 2016 shows fall detection worn around your neck is more accurate than fall detection worn around your wrist, since arm motions like waving and cooking can sometimes cause false alarms with sensors worn on the wrist.1
Some medical alert companies also offer ambient sensors for fall detection. These Wi-Fi-enabled sensors are mounted on a wall instead of worn on the body and are activated by voice instead of a button, connecting the user to the monitoring center. These are often installed in high-risk fall zones, like bathrooms.
No matter which type of medical alert system you have, the emergency monitoring center receives a notification immediately after the sensors detect a fall. The monitoring center staff member will first try to reach you to get more information about the incident or to determine next steps. If the monitoring center staff is unable to contact you, they will call emergency medical services immediately and, in some cases, send a notification to your designated caregivers.
False alarms with fall detection technology can still happen, but the algorithms and sensors have improved over the years. This 2020 research survey found an average accuracy rate of 93% for fall detection devices, but numbers vary.2 This 2017 study found an average accuracy rate of 80%.3 And this 2018 review of 22 different studies found that in order to arrive at a standard accuracy rate of fall detection systems, more real-world research is needed.4 Generally, researchers agree it’s not 100% accurate—but very close.
In the event of a false alarm with your fall-detection device, the company will reach out and verify whether you need assistance. Companies also encourage you to test your fall-detection device monthly to ensure it’s still working.
For help assessing your risk of falls and tips on how to reduce that risk, use NCOA’s Falls Free CheckUp tool.
How do monitoring centers work?
Once you press the help button, a monitoring center professional should connect to you within seconds. Some centers respond in as little as 1–15 seconds, according to our Reviews Team’s internal testing, while others can take up to 40 seconds. The average is 30 seconds, according to our internal testing.
More than 69% of respondents to our Reviews Team’s survey reported that fast response time is the most important thing they look for in a medical alert system.
Sometimes, medical alert companies will list their response times online, but if you aren’t able to find that information on their website, you can call their customer service department to ask about it.
After you press the alert button, a monitoring center staff member will connect with you to evaluate the situation and determine whether they need to contact your caregivers or EMS.
Evaluate the situation
The monitoring center professional receives the call and evaluates the situation. If necessary, they will contact EMS or notify the user’s caregiver.
Depending on the user’s alert system preferences, the monitoring center professional will either immediately call EMS, or they will follow a personalized plan that was prearranged by the user and their caregiver(s). A personalized plan may include whether the monitoring center staff member needs to call EMS or the user’s emergency contact first.
In order to ensure the best care possible, the monitoring center professional will access the user’s on-file medical records and personal information to share with emergency responders. The user’s health history, prescription medications, and lockbox (boxes attached to the outside of the user’s home near the front door that contain spare keys) combination to the home will be given to the emergency responders so they can respond quickly and effectively when they arrive.
If the monitoring center professional is in communication with the medical alert user, they will stay in contact with them until EMS arrives.
Our Reviews Team recommends installing a lockbox outside of your home to keep an emergency house key available. This allows emergency responders or caregivers quick access into your home without damaging windows or doors. Lockboxes are often free or included as an inexpensive add-on when you purchase a medical alert system.
Cancel emergency services
Sometimes people accidentally press the alert button. If your system doesn’t have a cancel option, you can tell the monitoring center professional you don’t need emergency assistance when they call to check on you. Monitoring center staff are trained to expect these kinds of alerts and will know how to handle the situation appropriately.
Unmonitored medical alert systems
With an unmonitored medical alert system, when the user presses the emergency button, it sends a call directly to 911 or to the user’s predesignated emergency contacts rather than a monitoring center.
These systems may be a good choice for people who need basic protection and don’t want to pay a monthly monitoring fee, or for those who prefer their loved ones or close friends to be their first point of contact in an emergency.
Should I choose an unmonitored medical alert system?
If you prefer to connect with your loved ones, neighbors, or friends in an emergency rather than with a monitoring center professional, an unmonitored medical alert system may be the better option for you.
But be aware that unmonitored medical alert systems, while less expensive, are less reliable because they go straight to 911 or your contacts. It may be a false alarm, in which case you don’t actually need assistance from 911, or it may be a legitimate alarm, and your contacts miss the alert.
An unmonitored medical alarm system requires the purchase of a base station, a wearable necklace, and one or more wall-mounted buttons. When the button on the wall-mounted or wearable button device is pressed, the system connects the user to 911 or to a predetermined list of emergency contacts instead of a monitoring center professional. The system will then play a recorded message to the recipient of the emergency call. Some devices also have a built-in microphone that allows for two-way communication after the message has played.
One of the pros of an unmonitored system is that there is no monthly fee. One of the cons is they offer fewer features. In general our Reviews Team recommends monitored systems over unmonitored systems, since monitored systems guarantee that a monitoring center professional will respond to the alert quickly, that monitoring center staff have specialized training, and that emergency services will arrive at the scene with context and a report on the user’s health history from the monitoring center staff member.
What are the special features of medical alert systems?
Fall detection is one of the most popular special features medical alert system companies offer, but there are other features or add-ons to consider when deciding on which alert system is best for you.
Here is a breakdown of the common special features that are available, depending on the type of alert system you choose.
An on-the-go system has location detection, also known as GPS. This feature uses Wi-Fi, cellular data, and GPS radio signals from at least 24 satellites to track the location of the medical alert system user. Location detection can be vital if someone has suffered a stroke, heart attack, or other serious medical event, and they need emergency services to find them quickly. Location detection is also helpful for people at risk for wandering such as those with memory loss and/or cognitive impairment.
Some medical alert companies have more advanced location detection technology than others, and several companies also offer a linked mobile app caregivers can use to communicate with the user and track their whereabouts.
Some at-home systems have activity sensors built into the base units. Activity sensors are not cameras, but they can allow caregivers to monitor the movements of the medical alert system user through a linked mobile app. The sensors can alert the caregiver if the user isn’t following their usual activity patterns, or if movement in the user’s house isn’t detected by a pre-designated time (such as the time they normally wake up).
A user can add family members or friends to the emergency contact list during registration of an on-the-go or at-home medical alert system. When the user presses the emergency button, a monitoring center agent will send an email notification or text message to the user’s emergency contacts.
Some medical alert companies offer this notification feature as a free service, while others charge a monthly fee.
Bluetooth technology in specialized alert systems allows the user to connect their alert system with other smart devices, such as a smartphone, wireless glucose monitor, smart TV, or window and door sensors. Window and door sensors are especially useful for caregivers to monitor users who are at high risk of wandering away from home due to dementia or other cognitive issues. A linked mobile app allows caregivers to connect to the medical alert system, so they can check in on the user at any time.
Who should use a medical alert system?
Anyone who is at a risk of falling, no matter their age, should consider using a medical alert system. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one in four older adults fall each year.5
Older adults have an increased risk of falling and are more likely to have chronic diseases, including the 21.7% of older adults who have had a stroke or coronary heart disease, according to the CDC.6 Medical alert devices can be helpful for people living with chronic diseases, regardless of their age, and they can also be beneficial for those who are 65 years and older, regardless of their health status.
Recommended monitored medical alert systems
MobileHelp has a variety of traditional and specialized systems, including three at-home and two on-the-go systems.
The MobileHelp Classic at-home system uses a cellular connection, has a 1,400-foot range, and includes a unique touchscreen tablet. The two on-the-go systems have GPS location tracking and are water-resistant.
MobileHelp also offers special deals for couples. It has three bundles for households with more than one medical alert user: the Duo, Mobile Duo, and Touch Duo.
Mobile alerts from MobileHelp start at $34.95 per month ($19.95 on sale). Add-on services include a telehealth platform, medication reminders, and activity tracking for additional fees.
Learn more about this brand through our in-depth MobileHelp review.
Medical Guardian at-home systems—MGClassic and MGHome Cellular—offer 1,300 feet of coverage for users with a landline connection and 1,400 feet for those with a cellular connection, which is one of the longest device ranges on the market.
Medical Guardian also has three models of on-the-go systems. The MGMove is a smartwatch that’s water-resistant, lightweight, and has optional fall detection and a 24-hour battery life. The MGMini Lite bracelet is water-resistant and has advanced location monitoring, a caregiver app, a three-day battery life, and optional fall detection. The MGMini is a lightweight necklace that comes in four colors, is water-resistant, has a two-way speaker, a five-day battery life, and optional fall detection.
Medical Guardian systems start at $29.95. Additional features, such as fall detection and a protection plan, are available for an additional cost.
Bay Alarm Medical
Bay Alarm Medical offers several types of systems to best fit your needs. The at-home system, called SOS Home, starts at $24.95 per month and provides protection within your home with either a landline or cellular connection. The brand also offers three on-the-go systems, SOS Mobile ($34.95 per month), SOS Smartwatch ($34.95 per month), and SOS All-in-One ($39.95 per month). All three send GPS signals to the monitoring center and can be equipped with optional fall detection for an additional $10 per month. Battery life ranges from 18 hours (SOS Smartwatch) to 72 hours (SOS All-in-One and SOS Mobile).
You can also get mobile tracking for caregivers, wall-mounted buttons, and Bella Charms accessories to make the wearable help buttons look like jewelry. One Bella Charm costs $25, or you can purchase a set of four for $90.
Check out our Bay Alarm Medical review for an in-depth look.
Medical Alert offers one at-home and one on-the-go system. The company has a faster than average response time for emergency help calls (15–25 seconds, according to our Reviews Team’s testing), a lightweight and well-designed mobile device, and fall detection for an additional fee. Alert notifications are sent to caregivers when the user presses the emergency help button.
The at-home system starts at $19.95 per month, and the mobile system starts at $39.95 per month. The price includes a caregiver’s app, which allows caregivers to track the user’s location and connect to the monitoring center.
GetSafe is an excellent option for those who spend most of their time at home and who may forget to wear their medical alert all the time.
The GetSafe system attaches to any wall in the house, including high-risk areas, like bathrooms and staircases.
Subscribers can choose from three options, depending on home size. GetSafe’s one-time equipment charges of $99–$307 are higher than some other at-home systems, but the $29.95 monthly fee helps balance the costs.
Visit our full GetSafe review to learn more.
HandsFree Health has one at-home and one on-the-go mobile medical alert system. Our Reviews Team recommends these medical alert systems for those who are comfortable with advanced technology.
Its at-home system features the virtual health assistant WellBe, a Bluetooth and Wi-Fi-enabled smart speaker that’s similar to Amazon’s Alexa and Apple’s Siri, and allows you to ask health questions and connect with a monitoring center in the event of an emergency.
HandsFree Health also offers a medical alert necklace device with GPS and two-way communication, and a smartwatch with a heart rate monitor, pedometer, GPS, companion app, and more. The smartwatch and necklace each cost $29.95 per month for monitoring.
Table 1 Comparisons of medical alert systems
Medical alert company
Starting monthly fee
|Starting equipment fee
|$10 per month
|Landline, AT&T Cellular
|$10 per month
|GPS, Wi-Fi, and cellular data
|Landline, AT&T and Verizon Cellular
|Bay Alarm Medical
|$10 per month
|Landline, AT&T and Verizon Cellular
|$10 per month
|TMobile Cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
|$10 per month
|Landline, AT&T Cellular
How do I choose the best medical alert system for me?
Once you’re familiar with the basics of medical alert systems, you can begin to evaluate which one suits you best. You can ask for referrals from friends and family, or if you or your loved one is a resident in a long-term care community, you can check to see if the facility has a medical alert system included in their services.
You should take your preferences, lifestyle, and budget into consideration when deciding what type of medical alert system to choose.
Medical alert systems can offer an additional layer of support to enhance your safety, both inside and outside the home.
Although brands may share similar systems, they each have unique offerings, so it’s essential to recognize the strengths of each system. For example, GetSafe specializes in at-home systems that don’t require wearables. HandsFree Health features products with advanced technology. MobileHelp has a wide range of products, while Medical Alert offers a more limited selection. Medical Guardian specializes in long-range coverage for at-home systems and a variety of on-the-go systems with multi-day batteries.
If you want to be sure that the system you’re interested in will be the best one for you, many companies offer a 30-day risk-free trial period you can take advantage of. For a broader list of medical alert systems to choose from, consult our review of the best medical alert systems.
No matter which you choose, a medical alert system can grant you peace of mind and lower your risk of common accidents such as falls. According to the CDC, 3 million older adults are treated in emergency rooms for fall injuries every year.7 The CDC recommends talking to your doctor about your risk factors, doing strength and balance exercises, getting your medications reviewed at least once per year, having your eyes and ear checked, and making your home safer to help prevent falls and decrease the risk of serious injury from falls. See if you’re at risk of falling with NCOA’s Falls Free CheckUp tool.
Frequently asked questions
No, a landline is generally not required to have a medical alert system. When using an at-home system, consumers have the option of either a landline or cellular connection. When using an on-the-go system, the consumer uses the medical alert company’s cellular connection, such as AT&T or Verizon.
No, most medical alert systems do not require Wi-Fi, but some specialized at-home systems do, including Medical Guardian’s Home 2.0.
Yes, medical alert systems are worth it. Being able to quickly access help when you need it is crucial for a quick recovery. Many systems offer advanced features, like fall detection, activity sensors, and location tracking, whether you’re at home or on the go. These features are helpful for you and your caregivers, making a medical alert system well worth the investment.
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