KeraFiber Hair Loss Concealers Arrive in the UK

New products designed to conceal hair loss are always being released, but the latest 'KeraFiber' powder promises to thicken the appearance of your hair instantly. Is this new craze just a flash in the pan, or does it provide real results for men and women affected by hair loss?

Hair loss concealers such as KeraFiber mask, rather than treat, thinning hair

With eight million UK women with hair loss and a quarter of men affected by thinning hair by the time they are in their 30s, a product designed to conceal hair loss is sure to be in demand. KeraFiber is made from keratin, a protein naturally found in our skin, hair and nails. Statically charged fibres work by bonding to the user's natural hair, for a secure hold. This thickens the appearance of the hair and can be set by using hairspray. The product is already proving popular with celebrity hair and make-up artists in the US and is now available in the UK.

Fibre hair loss concealers: nothing new

Fibre hair loss concealers are nothing new Toppic and Couvre came out 30 years ago, and Nanogen previously released their 'Nanofibres' product, which also uses microscopic keratin fibres to artificially add thickness and volume to hair. The fibres come in a pepper pot-style shaker which is applied to the scalp for a supposedly natural looking effect.
It is worth noting that keratin fibre concealers can only be used if you have some hair remaining on your scalp. They are not suitable for anyone who is completely bald and, if the underlying cause of your hair loss is not treated (as opposed to masked) your hair may continue to shed until these concealers no longer work.

Masking symptoms versus treating the cause

These keratin fibre concealers may be a 'quick fix' option for anyone looking to conceal hair loss or thinning hair, but remember they simply mask symptoms rather than treating the root cause of hair loss.
The average person sheds around 100 hairs a day, but if you have started to notice more hairs than usual in your brush or on your pillow, it's time to see a professional hair loss expert who can diagnose the cause and prescribe a personalised hair loss treatment plan, if appropriate.
There are many different hair loss conditions, from genetic baldness, through to autoimmune conditions such as Alopecia, or lifestyle-related hair loss - many of which can be treated. The best treatment plan will vary according to what kind of hair loss you have and how advanced it is.