Hair Loss; Causes And Prevention

To prevent hair loss, healthy lifestyle habits are important. Heat treatments with a straightening iron or hairdryer should also be avoided. Use quality products for hair care!

As you probably know, it is normal to lose hair while washing. However, it is not normal if  hair loss is constant, i.e. if you find whole tufts of hair in the brush after combing or if there is hair on the pillow after getting up.

In this post, you will learn more about possible causes of hair loss .

Possible causes of hair loss

Diffuse hair loss

Diffuse hair loss, also known as telogen effluvium or diffuse alopecia, can have various causes, e.g. postpartum, postoperative surgery, diet, stress and medication. The hair loss can begin or become more severe between six weeks and three months afterwards.

Disease or heredity

In many cases, the  gene responsible for hair production is defective from one of the parents. Most people who suffer from genetic hair loss notice it before the age of twenty.

It would be ideal to see an expert immediately in order to start treatment as soon as possible and to slow down the problem.

Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism occurs predominantly in women. Since the thyroid is also responsible for hair growth, hair loss can occur. Various tests are carried out by the doctor for a correct diagnosis and treatment.

Lupus

Around 1.5 million people in the world suffer from lupus, mostly women. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that mistakenly attacks healthy tissue.

Hair loss is one of the symptoms, but there are also scalp discomfort, fever, pain and swelling of the extremities, anemia and chest pain.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

This problem starts with a hormone imbalance, has no symptoms, and can appear from the age of 11, when the ovaries start producing a lot of male hormones.

One of the most common symptoms is hair loss on the scalp, which can lead to increased hair growth in other parts of the body.

As you can see, there are many different causes of hair loss. If you are one of those affected, you should definitely see a doctor who can make the correct diagnosis and determine the appropriate treatment method.

In addition, you can follow our tips to achieve long-lasting results.

How can we prevent hair loss?

It is very important to drink enough fluids. As you already know, our organism is mainly made up of water. In order to prevent a water shortage or dehydration of our body and consequent hair loss, you should drink enough water every day.

Take care of your health

A healthy diet, exercise and at least eight hours of sleep a day are also extremely important for hair health.

How about a scalp massage?

With a scalp massage you can stimulate hair growth and prevent hair loss. The best way to do this is to use olive, jojoba and coconut oil. It’s best to massage your scalp once a week in the evening.

Avoid hair-damaging devices

If you suffer from hair loss or want to prevent it, you should refrain from using a hairdryer or straightener. These devices damage both hair and scalp and dry them out.

Other important recommendations: Avoid ponytails and braids, especially if your hair is still damp. Use quality products for the sake of your hair. We recommend shampoos and conditioners with vitamins A, B, C and E.

These tips will keep your hair healthy and luscious and prevent hair loss.