Why Am I Losing My Hair?

Normally when we make changes to our lifestyle like eating healthier, working out, taking vitamins or buying new hair products it’s because we want to change our look or way of living in a positive way. Whether we’re looking to get in shape, clear our skin, get thicker hair or just feel better about ourselves, we all have expectations that certain products or changes to our routine will do the trick. Unfortunately, this is not always the case.

Consumers frequently spend hundreds of pounds a year to make sure that they always have the best and latest trending products. We jump on the current diets or nutrition plans without realising that these things can actually cause more harm than good, especially when it comes to hair growth.

Let’s look at 5 everyday things you may be doing that could actually be causing you hair loss.

Taking Medications

Some women find that their hair thins or falls out while taking the pill, while others notice hair loss only after they stop taking contraceptives. Whatever the case may be, hair loss occurs when women who are especially sensitive to hormones or have a family history of hormonal-related issues take the pill.

Hair loss due to prescription medicine is not only a problem for women. Both men and women who take certain medications can put themselves at risk of having negative side effects on their hair. There are two names used to describe drug-induced hair loss: telogen effluvium and anagen effluvium.

Telogen effluvium – is the most common type of drug-induced hair loss and usually takes place two to four months after starting a new medication. This happens because the drug signals the hair to go into resting phase and fall out too early.

Anagen effluvium – this type of hair loss occurs during the anagen, or growing phase of the hair and is characterised by a large amount of hair falling out in a short period of time. Anagen effluvium is most often seen with patients undergoing an extensive treatment like chemotherapy.

Drug-induced hair loss from prescription medication can vary depending on the type of drugs and dosage.

Losing Weight

Shedding pounds for summer may seem like a good idea, but be careful about how much weight you lose and how quickly. Over exercising and sudden weight loss can cause a shock to the nervous system which can cause hair loss. This, along with having a diet that is not nutritionally balanced, can be detrimental to your hair. Want to maintain thicker, healthier-looking hair while losing weight? Stay clear of fad diets and weight loss drugs, and drink plenty of water.

Diet

Cutting back on certain foods can sometimes be harmful. A balanced diet is key to good health. If the body isn’t getting enough essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients, then the body’s organs, tissues, and cells may not be functioning properly. Protein, iron, zinc and biotin deficiencies have all been linked to hair loss in men and women. In addition to deficiencies, having too much of certain nutrients, such as vitamin A, can also cause premature pattern baldness.

Over-styling

You may be buying the right products for your hair, but without the proper hair care routine, you could actually be causing damage and hair loss. Over-styling or using the wrong products and tools can have a negative effect on your hair

If you don’t have a hair care regimen, here are a few things you can do to prevent hair loss:

• Clean hair brushes with baking soda and water to remove oil build up
• Get frequent haircuts or trims
• Avoid applying too many chemicals
• Use a wide tooth comb when brushing wet hair

Washing

Whether washing your hair is something that you do every day or a few times a week, there are things that you can do during your time in the shower that can lead to hair loss like picking the incorrect shampoo or over washing.

It’s a myth that your hair builds up a tolerance to shampoos and conditioners over time. But if you do start highlighting or dyeing your hair, you should switch your shampoo for one better suited for colour-treated hair.

Men seem to be more responsible for over-shampooing, which can actually do damage to your scalp by making it tight and itchy. The key to washing is to wait until your hair starts to become oily, that’s your sign that it’s time to wash your hair. Figuring out when it’s the best time to shampoo your hair creates a habit that will lead to healthy and thicker hair.

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