How To Deal With Hair Loss

Are you losing a lot of hair? We feel you. Your hair is truly a part of who you are. Hair loss can be scary and stressful—especially if you didn't see it coming. Hair loss is common in women, but it often doesn't last long. By taking good care of your hormones and understanding why you're losing hair, you can better manage the changes and even improve the health of your hair. In this blog post, we'll tell you all about hormonal hair loss and what you can do about it.

What is hormonal hair loss?

Hormonal hair loss can occur when there are significant changes in your hormones . Your hormones fluctuate continuously throughout the month. This can cause symptoms, but these ups and downs are never severe enough to cause hair loss.

If you lose hair, it's usually because something major is happening in your body. These are the main causes:

• You stop taking the pill
• You just had a baby
• You're almost in perimenopause or menopause
• You have a lot of stress

We explain the different causes below.

You stop taking the pill and experience hair loss

If you stop taking the pill, you may experience hair loss . This is due to a fantastically strange term: telogen effluvium (also called diffuse hair loss) .

It sounds better than it is, but thankfully it's temporary. It stops when your body adjusts to life without the pill. Note: it can take up to a year for your hair to return to its normal size, so be patient. The amount of hair loss varies from person to person.

Check out our blog here for tips on how to make stopping the pill as smooth as possible.

Starting the pill and hair loss

Some women may experience hair loss when they start taking the pill. This is because your body thinks you 're very pregnant , which sometimes leads to hair loss. When a sperm fertilizes an egg, the woman's estrogen and progesterone levels change to prevent ovulation. The birth control pill works in the same way. Hair loss caused by the pill is usually temporary and should stop within a few months.

Menopause and hair loss

Because menopause affects hormone production, this can also be a cause of hair loss. During menopause, you produce less estrogen and progesterone, which causes your hair to grow more slowly. And because your hair grows more slowly, it can no longer replace the hair that falls out as a normal part of the hair growth cycle.

This hormonal change can also lead to increased androgens, a male hormone that can shrink hair follicles. This can cause some hair loss and, annoyingly, also cause frizzy facial hair to grow.

Good to know: Lifestyle changes can help your body adjust to hormonal fluctuations. Learn more about perimenopause and the lifestyle changes you can make to reduce these and other symptoms.

Hair loss after childbirth

While there are many unpleasant symptoms of pregnancy, there's at least one that's incredibly nice: super thick, shiny hair. The average person loses about 100 hairs a day. This may sound like a lot, but it happens gradually. That's why you don't notice it. But when you're pregnant, your hormones stop your hair from falling out. That's what makes your hair so full!

Many new mothers experience significant hair loss after giving birth. This is normal—but a little frightening and disappointing after your beautiful pregnancy hair. The hair loss is caused by declining estrogen levels. It usually starts around six months after delivery, but don't worry, it stops. And by the time your baby is one year old, your hair will be back to normal.

Extreme stress and hair loss

Extreme stress can cause hair loss. Your hair falls out, and no new hair grows to replace it. You usually notice this about two to three months after the stressful event or lifestyle change. So if your relationship ended, you've moved, or experienced other major, stressful moments, be aware of hair loss. Fortunately, in most cases, this is temporary.

Want to know more about hair loss? Below, we'll discuss some frequently asked questions.

FAQ: How much hair am I losing?

This varies from person to person. Sometimes you barely notice it: a few stray hairs on your pillowcase, in the shower drain, or in your brush. Other times, it's a more noticeable thinning across your entire scalp, and you might even develop bald patches. This can be quite frightening.

But usually, the symptoms aren't severe and are temporary, and your hair will regain its fullness after a few months. However, if you're concerned, contact your doctor. Sometimes, extreme hair loss can be a sign of a thyroid problem.

FAQ: Will my hair grow back?

Yes! Don't worry, you won't go bald. Most cases of hormonal hair loss last no longer than six months, and many women regain their normal hair volume within a year.

FAQ: What can I do to keep my hair healthy?

You can spend as much as you like on luxury shampoo and conditioner, but the fact remains that your hair's health depends primarily on vitamins and minerals. There are a few vitamins and minerals that are particularly important for supporting hair health:

• Zinc and selenium – Both minerals are to support your skin and hair. Research has been shown that zinc and selenium can help accelerate the repair of damaged hair follicles.
• Copper contributes to normal hair pigmentation
• Magnesium – contributes to normal psychological function, the normal functioning of the nervous system, and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. These are all factors that can make it harder to cope with stress, and stress is a trigger for hair loss.

Healthy hair starts with a healthy lifestyle and sufficient nutrients. Therefore, eat a balanced diet (all the colors of the rainbow). If you want to supplement your diet, do so with high-quality supplements containing active ingredients. Want to learn more about our products and discover which ones are right for you? Then use our product finder and find out right away.

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