Losing Hair? Regrow Hair and Stop Hair Loss Naturally

We all lose hair everyday. This is part of the natural hair growth cycle. While 90% of hair is in a growing stage, 10% is in a resting stage and falls out every 2 to 3 months. However it is when hair loss is in excess of this normal hair shedding that people tend to notice hair thinning.

Excessive hair loss can be due to several reasons including:

Alopecia areata - Affects both males and females. Hair loss is rapid and most common pattern is one or more spots of hair loss on the scalp. Generally caused due to immunity disorder where the body's own white blood cells attack the hair follicles. Alopecia Totalis occurs when all of the scalp hair is lost. Infrequently a condition called alopecia universalis occurs where hair is lost from the entire body. Genetic conditions - Male pattern baldness afflicts about 25% of men by age 30. It is primarily genetic but is also due to the male hormone testosterone. Testosterone is converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which slows down or stops hair growth and produces weaker, shorter hair. Men who do not have testosterone do not get male pattern baldness. Skin diseases - Skin diseases can affect the scalp and cause hair loss. Such conditions include dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, scalp fungus such as ringworm and tinea captis Sudden illness or fever - Sometimes after an illness or fever, large clumps of hair can come out. This is a temporary condition. Childbirth Menopause Chemotherapy Radiation therapy Age

Hair loss can often be treated successfully. Not only can you stop hair from falling but you can regrow hair as well.

Some natural hair loss treatments are:

1. Incorporating Vitamins A, B, C and E is essential for good hair growth. These vitamins help to provide sebum, good blood circulation to the scalp by increasing oxygen absorption and collagen.

2. Scalp care - Massage your scalp with herbal oils such as olive oil, jojoba oil, amla oil. Essential oils of thyme, rosemary, lavender, and cedarwood have also been known to be effective in conditions of alopecia areata.

3. Avoid scalp abuse - Avoid daily use of chemical shampoos and blow drying. Hair and scalp get damaged by chemical treatments such as coloring and straightening. Even washing your hair daily with hot water will cause it to get stripped of natural oils and make it dry and brittle.

4. Herbal care - Use herbal powders such as amla, shikakai, henna and ritha to shampoo and condition hair. Amla powder is a powerful natural anti-oxidant that prevents graying and hair loss. It is the richest known source of vitamin C in natural form. Shikakai also known as Fruit for the hair has a natural low pH and is great as a shampoo because it cleanses without removing natural hair oils. Henna acts as a natural conditioner.

5. Lifestyle - Stress is a very important factor in hair loss. Try and reduce stress by meditating and exercising. Quit smoking. The nicotine in cigarettes constricts blood vessels and decreases blood flow to the scalp. Avoid excessive sun exposure as UV rays can burn and damage the scalp.

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Why Am I Losing My Hair? Hair Loss in Women

The effects of hair loss in women is devastating and often extremely stressful. Most think that hair loss is only a man's problem and therefore are confused and frustrated when it happens to them. In reality female hair loss is more wide spread than most people realize. The good news is is that in a large percentage of women, hair loss is preventable, treatable and reversible.

The most common causes come from temporary hormonal problems associated with unusual stress, crash diets, major surgery, high fever and infection, and chemotherapy, certain drugs and pregnancy. These conditions are usually temporary and once the problem is alleviated, the hair thinning stops and healthy regrowth usually occurs.

If the loss of hair is not related to a metabolic issue, it is most likely due to Female Pattern Hair Loss. Unlike men, women do not lose their hair in the classic "horseshoe" pattern on the head, but rather in an overall thinning at the hair line and top of the head. This type of loss may appear at anytime after puberty, but is most commonly seen after menopause. In Female Pattern Hair Loss, the male hormone Testosterone is converted to Dihydrotestosterone, or DHT. This hormone then proceeds to influence the susceptible hairs to thin and eventually fall out.

There are a variety of reasons why women could be experiencing hair loss:

Normal Hair Loss

Many people become concerned about their situation when they see hair on their clothing, in the shower or on the pillow. However, hair is constantly going through cycles of growth, resting and shedding. It only becomes a concern when hair that are lost are not replaced. The average person sheds approximately 50 - 100 hairs per day.

Childbirth

Many women experience hair loss after pregnancy, typically during the first 3 to 6 months after giving birth. Most noticeable is large amounts of hair coming out after washing or after brushing their hair. This is caused by the hormonal changes occurring within the woman's body, causing the hair to go into a resting phase, and usually resolves itself within 6 months.

Drugs

Chemotherapy and radiation therapy stop the growth of hair follicles within their hair cycle, causing sudden loss of hair as those follicles shed their hair at about the same time. Other medications such as antidepressants, anticoagulants, amphetamines, some antibiotics, some blood thinners, some medications for ulcers, gout and high blood pressure also cause hair to fall out.

Menopause

After menopause, about 1/3 of all women find their hair begins to thin due to hormonal changes in the body. While there are various treatments for hormone replacement, there are also side effects associated with many of them and experimentation and discussion with your doctor are recommended.

Stress

Stress is a common factor in hair loss, which ironically often leads to additional loss of hair due to the added anxiety. A stressful event can cause a large number of hair follicles to enter the resting (telogen) stage at the same time, resulting in sudden excess shedding.

Sebum Buildup

Sebum is the fatty substance that is secreted from the sebaceous glands which open into hair follicles. When sebum builds up in the follicle it attacks the hair bulb, resulting in the shrinking of the hair bulb until the hair strand grows weaker and weaker and eventually dies.

Birth Control

For women with a predisposition to female pattern hair loss and has a history of it in her family, should advise her doctor before going on the pill. Following discontinuation of the pill, there may be noticeable shedding 2 to 3 months later and may continue for up to 6 months. Women who are susceptible to Androgenic Alopecia (Female Pattern Hair Loss) can experience hair loss at a much younger age by being on birth control pills.

Aging

Many women experience overall thinning at the tops of their head as they age. Prior to menopause approximately 13 percent of women experience thinning hair. After menopause this number increases to approximately 37 percent.

Illness

Severe infections and illnesses can cause thinning and loss of hair. These may include diabetes, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid issues, as well as fungal infections on the scalp.

Genetics

Androgenetic Alopecia is the genetic predisposition in both women and men for loss of hair. Contrary to popular belief, the responsible trait can be carried through either the mother or father's side of the family.

Hormonal Imbalances

Loss of hair may result when androgens (male hormones) and estrogens (female hormones) are out of balance. Also, either underactive or overactive thryoid can lead to hair loss as well.

If you are a women experiencing thinning of the hair, the first thing to do is get properly diagnosed by your family doctor or dermatologist through a series of tests to determine the cause. These tests include a thorough medical history and physical examination as well as blood tests checking the blood count, thyroid, iron and glucose levels.

The second is to seek treatment to prevent further loss and improve the condition of your existing hair. In the past number of years, Laser Hair Therapy has become a popular treatment option recommended by physicians for its lack of side effects and its high rate of success in treating Androgenetic Alopecia in women.

Visit Kivo Clinic for more information on the causes of women's hair loss and the treatment options available.

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