Hair Loss: What You Need To Know

August isn’t just another page in the calendar, it’s Hair Loss Awareness Month, a period dedicated to having conversations about something many people quietly struggle with but rarely discuss.

Therefore, as we mark Hair Loss Awareness Month, we are delving into some key aspects of Hair Loss.

Common Hair Loss Myths

Myth 1: Only men lose hair

Fact: Women make up nearly 40% of hair loss cases, often due to hormonal changes, stress, or styling damage.

Myth 2: Washing hair causes hair loss

Fact: Washing doesn’t cause hair loss – it just removes hair that’s already shed. Use a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo for scalp health.

Myth 3: Hair loss is permanent

Fact: With early action, treatments like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) available at our clinic can reverse thinning in many cases.

Myth 4: All local remedies always work

Fact: while some natural oils like shea butter can nourish the scalp, but they don’t address the core issue of hair loss.

Why Hair Loss happens

Genetics: Male and female pattern baldness affects over 50% of adults by age 50.

Hormonal Changes: Stress, pregnancy, or menopause can trigger hormonal temporary or long-term hair shedding.

Diet: Poor nutrition like consuming a diet that is low in iron.

Hair Styles: Tight hairstyles can weaken hair and lead to hair loss.

The environment: Harsh weather & pollution can be damaging to your scalp.

Tips on how to prevent hair loss

Boost your scalp health naturally: Using shea butter oil, coconut oil and even aloe vera can help improve the health of your scalp.

Eat for your hair: Consume foods rich in biotin andiron, like eggs or spinach, support hair strength & growth. Add local superfoods like groundnuts, fish, or pumpkin seeds to boost hair health.

Know your triggers: Be more aware of the patterns from weather, hairstyles, level of stress to ascertain why you lose hair. Track to be more cognizant of possible genetic factors.

Visit a Dermatologist early enough

Don’t wait for your hair loss situation to become aggressive. Visit us to see a Specialist so that we can get to the bottom of your hair loss and devise a treatment plan for you.