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Straits Times
12 hours ago
- Health
- Straits Times
How his German shampoo switch darkened his grey hair without traditional dyes
Identical twins spot visible differences after one starts using Alpecin Grey Attack Caffeine and Colour Shampoo, a shampoo that gradually reintroduces pigment into the hair without harsh chemicals As identical twins, Ole (right) and Lars once looked indistinguishable – until a small change in hair appearance shifted perceptions. Identical twins Ole and Lars, who wish only to be identified by their first name, have always been nearly impossible to tell apart. But recently, the 48-year-olds' new acquaintances and colleagues guessed that Ole was about five years younger – all because of one difference: the appearance of less grey hair. Visible grey hair can make individuals appear older than they are. A study published in the Frontiers in Psychology journal found that greying hair is associated with perceptions of age. The difference between the twins was not the result of a salon treatment or traditional hair dye. Ole had started using Alpecin Grey Attack Caffeine and Colour Shampoo , a German-developed formula designed to gradually reintroduce pigment to hair strands over time. Used daily in the shower like any regular shampoo, Ole says he began noticing visible changes after three weeks*. He notes: 'My grey strands appeared to slowly darken again, and my hair colour seemed richer. My friend thought I was five years younger than my twin.' Lars adds: 'The natural effect is convincing – it does not look artificial at all.' Getting to the root of the problem Initially, Lars had not given much thought to his own greying hair. But after seeing how the shampoo seemed to give his brother a more youthful appearance, he says he is now open to trying it too. According to an article on Harvard Health Publishing , hair follicles produce less colour as one ages, affecting the colour of new strands that grow in as they go through the natural cycle of dying and regenerating. Other factors that can accelerate this include stress, genetics and certain illnesses. 'The key ingredient in Alpecin Grey Attack Caffeine and Colour Shampoo – 5,6-dihydroxyindole – is a molecule that reacts with oxygen in the air to produce a pigment, the same one that gives hair its natural brown or black colour,' says Dr Erik Schulze zur Wiesche, head of research and development at Alpecin. 'Over time and with regular use of the shampoo, more and more dye accumulates in the strands of hair and a permanent hair colour develops.' Ole shares: 'At the start I used the shampoo every day but now I've reached a colour intensity I like, I only use it once every second or third day.' Dr Schulze zur Wiesche adds that unlike traditional hair dye, Alpecin Grey Attack Caffeine and Colour shampoo is free of harsh chemicals such as ammonia and hydrogen peroxide. With daily use, Alpecin Grey Attack Caffeine and Colour Shampoo helps reduce the appearance of grey strands – without harsh chemicals PHOTO: ALPECIN Tips for best use To incorporate the product into your routine, wash your hair with Alpecin Grey Attack Caffeine and Colour shampoo and leave it on for two to five minutes before rinsing thoroughly. Both men and women can use the product. According to Alpecin, patience is key, especially for individuals with thicker hair, who may require a longer period before seeing visible results. The colour effect will be more visible with longer hair. To preserve the effectiveness of the formula, users are advised to keep the bottle cap tightly closed when not in use and to finish an opened bottle within three months. This prevents the active ingredient from reacting prematurely with air before application. Alpecin also reports that the product sold over 800,000 bottles in Germany within its first 10 months on the market, following its 2023 launch. The Alpecin Grey Attack Caffeine and Colour Shampoo is available at FairPrice, Unity, Shopee and Lazada . *With daily use, based on Dr Wolff laboratory study on human hair tresses and visual evaluation. Actual results may vary with each individual.
Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Evan Ferguson given hero's reception in Rome ahead of loan move to Italian giants
The Ireland striker is in Italy to complete the formalities of his summer transfer, with Brighton and Roma having agreed terms for the season-loan move following negotiations over the past two weeks, which includes an option to buy Ferguson for €40m. He received a huge welcome arriving at Ciampino airport as Roma fans flocked to catch a glimpse of their new man, with many signing 'Ole, Ole, Ole, Evan, Evan' as he signed autographs and posed for photos. The 20-year-old wasn't able to break into Fabian Hurzeler's Brighton team after returning from ankle surgery at the start of last season. The Meath native started just twice for the Seagulls last term, scoring once, before departing for a half-season loan spell with West Ham in February, where he linked up with former boss Graham Potter. We need your consent to load this Social Media content. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. But the move to London proved deeply frustrating for the forward as he started just once for the Hammers, and played just 14 minutes of football off the bench across the final eight games of last season. Now, Ferguson has opted for a fresh start in Italy where he'll look to get back to playing regular football and rediscover his form, particularly with Ireland's World Cup qualifiers kicking off in less than seven weeks' time. Speaking from their pre-season camp in Spain this weekend, Hurzeler opened up on Ferguson's loan move to Italy and insists the door remains open for him at the Seagulls. 'For us, it is always important that the individual player has an environment where they can develop,' said the Brighton boss. "We decided the loan was the best option (but) Evan is still a player of us. He still brings us quality with him. He is a target player and I am sure when he gets more game-time he will one day be back and be an important player for us.' Three-time league winners Roma finished fifth in last season's Serie A campaign under Claudio Ranieri, while ex-Atalanta boss Gian Piero Gasperini took the reins last month on a three-year contract. The club's next pre-season outing is against FC Kaiserslautern in Germany on Saturday July 26, while Ferguson is set to return to England next month as Roma face Aston Villa and Everton in friendlies. Roma's new league season gets underway at home to Bologna on August 23.
Irish Daily Mirror
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Pumped up Eddie Hearn leads sing-song as Katie Taylor has her say
A jovial Eddie Hearn kickstarted a sing-song in honour of Katie Taylor after her impressive victory against Amanda Serrano, and the Bray boxer only had nice things to say about his singing abilities. The pair teamed up in 2016 after Taylor inquired about turning pro. They have spent a remarkable nine years working together, during which time he has helped promote Taylor to become one of the biggest names in boxing. Throughout her professional career, Hearn has been ever-present with Team Taylor and walked out of Madison Square Garden on Friday night with a tri-colour draped around his neck. And after her win, an ecstatic Hearn led the famous Ole, ole, ole chant while wearing an Irish-branded bucket hat. Hearn playfully then put on an Irish accent, which Taylor described as 'spot on'. Hearn was less ecstatic when asked about Netflix's scoring of the event. The streaming giant scored the bout as a draw, but Taylor was scored a 97-93 winner on two of the three scorecards. "I mean, if you want to listen to Netflix scoring it 95-95 .... How can you give Serrano five rounds?" he told IFL. "If I was really, really, really generous, I give her three rounds. And after the seventh round, she was kind of... she was so deflated, she couldn't win a round. "Katie's feet were too fast, it was an absolute schooling. "Just a complete masterclass, so proud of her, she's the greatest female fighter of all time, 3-0." Taylor said post-fight that she still has dreams about fighting in Croke Park, and that seems like one of the few reasons Taylor has to fight again. Now 39, she ended the trilogy in the most convincing of fashions. A trilogy bout against Chantelle Cameron could possibly be her next move but Taylor did say she would take time to decide her future.
New York Post
07-07-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Potentially fatal side effect of weight-loss drugs sparks new investigation
There's no doubt that GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic have been revolutionary — although the benefits do sometimes come with some unsightly downsides such as tooth decay, a droopy face or mouth, a saggy butt and hair loss. Then there are the more common side effects, like icky gastrointestinal issues, that are at best unpleasant. Now, a UK regulator is shining on a light on side effects that are much more serious — and even potentially deadly. 3 A UK regulator is taking a closer look at side effects from GLP-1 drugs that could be serious or even deadly. millaf – The country's Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency's (MHRA) Yellow Card scheme, the UK's official system for collecting and monitoring reports of suspected side effects or bad reactions to drugs and devices, has received nearly 400 reports of serious pancreas trouble from users of GLP‑1s. Acute pancreatitis is a sudden, often extremely painful inflammation of the pancreas that usually sends people to the hospital with severe abdominal pain, nausea and fever. While in many cases it's manageable, it can occasionally turn serious or even fatal if it triggers complications. In the UK alone, there have been at least ten deaths linked to this condition among users of GLP‑1 medications. Pamphlets on the popular weight loss drugs note that pancreatitis is an uncommon reaction that only affects one in 100 users — but the condition is deemed serious enough to warrant further investigation. 'Sometimes genes can influence the side‑effects an individual experiences when taking a medicine,' the MHRA told The Guardian, indicating they hope genetic screening might cut future risk. 3 Acute pancreatitis is a sudden, often extremely painful inflammation of the pancreas that usually sends people to the hospital with severe abdominal pain, nausea and fever. Studio Romantic – 'Patient safety is Lilly's top priority,' the pharmaceutical company that makes Mounjaro told The Guardian. 'We take reports regarding patient safety seriously and actively monitor, evaluate and report safety information for all our medicines.' 'We recommend that patients take these medications only for their approved indications and under the strict supervision of a healthcare professional, who can also advise on potential side effects,' Novo Nordisk, which produces Ozempic and Wegovy, told the outlet. 'We continuously collect safety data on our marketed GLP-1 medicines and work closely with the authorities to ensure patient safety. The benefit-risk profile of our GLP-1 medicines remains positive, and we welcome any new research that will improve our understanding of treatments for people living with chronic diseases.' 3 'We recommend that patients take these medications only for their approved indications and under the strict supervision of a healthcare professional, who can also advise on potential side effects,' Novo Nordisk, which produces Ozempic and Wegovy, told The Guardian. Ole – Although US regulators have not launched a formal investigation, this issue isn't limited to patients across the pond. A case study describes a 36-year-old woman in the US who 'developed acute pancreatitis within five weeks of exposure to semaglutide therapy.' The paper references a 'study involving 1,269 hospitalized cases of acute pancreatitis demonstrated that patients who were exposed to GLP-1 RAs within the last 30 days were over twice as likely to develop pancreatitis.' A 2024 analysis also found 6,751 reports of acute pancreatitis associated with GLP-1 drugs between 2005 to 2023. While US regulators like the FDA have not launched an investigation, they do require all GLP-1s to carry warnings about the risk of acute pancreatitis and are monitoring for this side effect.
Observer
24-06-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Ole Werner appointed RB Leipzig coach
LEIPZIG, Germany: Ole Werner has been appointed RB Leipzig coach on a two-year contract until 2027, ending the Bundesliga club's difficult search for a new boss after a poor season by their standard. The deal was announced on Tuesday after Leipzig reached an agreement with the 37-year-old's previous club Werder Bremen, where he spent four years but was on gardening leave. "Ole is a young, up-and-coming and highly ambitious head coach who will take the next step in his development with us," Leipzig's managing director for sport Marcel Schäfer said. "Ole has a clear footballing philosophy. He likes to play structured possession-based football, encourages quick transitions after winning the ball, while he also wants his teams to be strong pressers,tactically flexible and to play in a bold, committed and combative manner." Leipzig finished seventh in the past Bundesliga season, missing a place in Europe for the first time since being promoted to the topflight in 2016. Marco Rose was axed as coach in March and Zsolt Löw acted as caretaker for the remaining matches. Former Liverpool maestro Jürgen Klopp is now head of global soccer at Red Bull and would have been involved in Werner's appointment. Werner's appointment came after other candidates such as Cesc Fabregas (Como), Oliver Glasner (Crystal Palace), Roger Schmidt(formerly Benfica) and Sandro Wagner (now Augsburg) were not available. Werner said after the season that he would not renew his contract in Bremen beyond 2026, which prompted the club to part ways with him immediately. They appointed second-tier Elversberg coach Horst Steffen having finished eighth last term under Werner. "I am really pleased to now be head coach of RB Leipzig. During our very detailed discussions, it was immediately clear that both sides share the same ideas about how we want to play and work," said Werner, who coached Holstein Kiel before Bremen. "RB Leipzig stands for a bold, attacking style of play with a clear identity as well as professional and ambitious thinking. "The club have big goals and high expectations and this is exactly the kind of environment that convinced me and one to which I want to contribute." Werner joins Leipzig just as there is uncertainty over the futures two of their leading lights. Arsenal have been heavily linked in the media with Slovenia striker Benjamin Sesko, while playmaker Xavi Simons also wants to move, reports say. Leipzig are also yet to announce what they will do with the coach's namesake Timo Werner, who has returned to his parent club after a poor loan spell at Tottenham Hotspur. Coach Werner will be presented at an official press conference in the"near future." Assistants Patrick Kohlmann and Tom Cichon will be part of his coaching team. All Bundesliga sides needing new coaches have now announced their plans for next season. Bayer Leverkusen appointed Erik ten Hag,Wolfsburg brought in fellow Dutchman Paul Simonis and promoted Cologne named former Paderborn boss Lukas Kwasniok. — dpa
