Thinning Hair & Hair Loss
What Is Thinning Hair and Hair Loss?
Thinning hair and hair loss refer to the reduction in hair density and volume on the scalp. Thinning hair often precedes hair loss and can be an early sign of balding. Hair loss, or alopecia, involves the complete absence of hair in certain areas of the scalp or the entire scalp.
What Causes Thinning Hair & Hair Loss
Thinning hair and hair loss can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Genetics: Hereditary conditions, such as male and female pattern baldness, are the most common causes.
- Hormonal Changes: Hormonal imbalances due to conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), menopause, or thyroid issues can lead to hair thinning and loss.
- Medical Conditions: Diseases such as alopecia areata, scalp infections, and certain autoimmune disorders can result in hair loss.
- Medications: Drugs used for cancer, arthritis, depression, heart problems, and high blood pressure can cause hair loss as a side effect.
- Nutritional Deficiencies: Lack of essential nutrients like iron, vitamin D, and protein can contribute to hair thinning.
- Stress: Physical or emotional stress can trigger temporary hair loss, a condition known as telogen effluvium.
- Hairstyling Practices: Frequent use of heat styling tools, chemical treatments, and tight hairstyles can damage hair and lead to thinning and loss.
Types of Thinning Hair & Hair Loss
- Androgenetic Alopecia: Also known as male or female pattern baldness, this genetic condition causes gradual thinning and hair loss in a predictable pattern.
- Telogen Effluvium: A temporary form of hair loss caused by stress, illness, or hormonal changes, leading to hair shedding across the scalp.
- Alopecia Areata: An autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks hair follicles, resulting in patchy hair loss.
- Traction Alopecia: Hair loss caused by constant tension or pulling from hairstyles such as braids, ponytails, or extensions.
- Anagen Effluvium: Rapid hair loss due to medical treatments like chemotherapy, which affect hair follicles in the growth phase.
- Scarring Alopecia: Hair loss resulting from inflammatory skin conditions or injuries that cause permanent damage to hair follicles.
Treatment Options
We offer treatments to address thinning hair and hair loss. If you’re unsure which treatment is best suited to you, book a skin consultation with us.
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Exomide Hair
BOOK CONSULTATION LEARN MOREA treatment using stem cell-derived exosomes to promote skin rejuvenation and hair growth
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Sylfirm X
BOOK CONSULTATION LEARN MORECombines microneedling with radio frequency to stimulate hair follicles and the production of new hair cells
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