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Celebrity stylist, Thom Priano advises men on avoiding the comb-over

By April MacIntyre May 19, 2011, 6:01 GMT

Donald Trump - Donald Trump Speaks to Republican Organizations of Las Vegas at the Treasure Island Hotel and Casino on April 28, 2011 - Treasure Island Hotel and Casino - Las Vegas, NV, USA © PRN / PR Photos

For the first time ever, Donald Trump revealed the secrets behind his legendary hairstyle. 

Though he refutes that his coif is “a comb-over,” his signature look has become an iconic symbol for the reality-TV star, businessman and one-time presidential hopeful.

“The comb-over is an old trick favored by men with thinning hair” says Celebrity stylist, Thom Priano, an expert on thinning hair and a go-to stylist for Hollywood’s leading men. 

Priano’s number one grooming tip for men: “Say no to the comb-over!” 

“There are four things a man with thinning hair should do,” says Priano.  He shared his advice with Monsters and Critics:

·         “Ask your stylist for a cropped, layered cut if your hair is straight, or a short to medium layered cut if your hair is curly.” 

·         “Head straight to the drugstore for some Unscented Men’s Rogaine Foam and use twice daily, and look for shampoos and styling products with a V for Volumizing.  Avoid heavy gels that weigh down hair.”

·         “If your thinning on top, don’t over blow dry the hair.  Instead let it dry naturally.”  Trump revealed his hair maintenance in a past interview: "OK, what I do is, wash it. I don't dry it, though. I let it dry by itself.”

·         Another win for the Trump? “I then comb my hair. Yes, I do use a comb.”  Priano recommends, “a plastic brush or comb with rounded tips which is more gentle on the hair than bristles.” 

Rogaine -- the first and only topical brand FDA-approved to regrow hair is proud to announce that Celebrity Hairstylist Thom Priano of the Garren New York Salon will partner as a spokesperson for the brand.

Rogaine has signed on Priano to help educate consumers, stylists and media on how to treat and style thinning hair.  Priano's expansive editorial and advertising work for the fashion industry has graced GQ, Details, Vogue, L'uomo Vogue, Men's Vogue, Italian Vogue, W, Interview, Elle, Allure, Vanity Fair, Harper's Bazaar and many others.

Hereditary Hair Loss is a widespread condition affecting millions of men and women worldwide. It accounts for 95% of all hair loss and will affect almost half of all men (40%) and one in four women (25%).

"Every day in our salon, we see clients with hair loss," says Priano. "It's an emotional experience and as a Rogaine user myself, I understand exactly what they're going through."