We break down the key warning signs of thinning hair and what you should do to prevent it
Did you know that we have about 120,000 to 150,000 hair follicles on our scalp when we are born? Each of these hair follicles are able to produce hair for an average of 25 cycles through our entire life when the hair follicles are kept healthy and not damaged. For example, some hair fall when you’re shampooing your hair or combing your tresses is to be expected. In fact, losing about 50-100 strands of hair per day is totally normal and no cause for alarm.
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However, a change in hormones, improper diet, stress, genetics, vitamin deficiencies, illness, and even bleaching or perming can cause hair thinning.
Diseases more common to women, such as thyroid disease, autoimmune illness, iron deficiency and lupus, are culprits that contribute to hair loss. Oral contraceptives can also contribute to hair loss as the hormones in birth control that suppress ovulation can cause thinning hair and hair loss.
Don’t ignore the signs of hair thinning as the earlier the issue is diagnosed, the easier it will be to treat. Here’s how to tell if your hair is slowly thinning, and what to do about it: