When we have plenty of hair, we rarely worry about our hair type, thickness or texture. We really do not pay much attention to our hair when we are in school. We just follow the guidelines our parents and our schools give us, and the priority is to keep our hair tidy and in shape. As we grow older, we realize that hair is about more than appearance – it is also closely tied to our sense of identity and our confidence.
We begin to become aware of the impact hair has on our looks in our teenage years. Through the influence of our friends and celebrities, we start sporting different hairstyles to match the impression we want to create on others. Most of us try to replicate the hairstyle of our favorite celebrity, with the results sometimes being quite laughable as what looks great on one person might not work with someone else.
Girls usually have more choice than boys in terms of hairstyles, though they have a wide range too, going all the way from a mullet to a crew cut.
The years go by, and the attention our hair requires from us increases in direct proportion to our age. As we move into our 20s and become a part of the workforce, we start adopting more formal hairstyles and become conscious of hair fall and any decrease in hair volume.
This is when we develop hair care routines to take care of the hair that we have and start paying more attention to the products that we use on our hair.
Hair loss and its impact
Though people generally start noticing loss in their 30s and 40s, early signs can be seen as early as their mid-20s. Based on statistics published by the American Hair Loss Association, over 60 percent of men in the US spot the signs of a receding hairline by the time that they are 35.
It is very important to correctly evaluate the extent of hair loss. Normally, people lose between 50 and 100 hairs each day. Thus, it is quite normal to find some hair on your comb when you comb your hair in the mornings. Finding hair in your shower drain could also be due to normal shedding. It is when hair loss is excessive that you need to sit up and take notice.
A receding hairline can be due to many reasons. The causes of hair loss range from nutritional deficiencies to stress, fungal infections, tight hairstyles, disease and in many cases, a genetic tendency to baldness. The most common cause is genetic baldness, which is known as androgenetic alopecia or male pattern baldness in men. What matters more than the physical impact of hair loss is its emotional impact and the way it can affect our confidence.
What is the best solution for hair loss?
Some people may prefer to ignore the problem and hope that it goes away, but if the underlying causes of hair loss are not addressed, the issue only becomes more serious with time.
1. Maintain a clean scalp: A clean scalp is the foundation of healthy hair. The oil balance on the scalp needs to be just right or else there is a high possibility of dandruff. The causes of dandruff can range from dry and flaky skin on the scalp to allergic reaction to oil buildup or fungal infections.
2. Make hair stronger: Conditions causing hair fall need to be tackled at the root as they can make hair weak and brittle. Using shampoos and lotions with ingredients that can boost hair strength and make hair stronger is one way to help reduce hair loss. When hair is stronger, it will be healthier and hair fall will be less. For example, regular use of Ghori Rosemary, Mint & Biotin Oil which has ingredients like Biotin, rosemary oil and coconut oil can help strengthen roots and reduce hair fall. Neo hair lotion has horsetail extract which helps strengthen hair.
3. Promote healthy regrowth: DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) is a hormone that plays a key role in both varieties of genetic baldness – male and female pattern baldness. Ingredients like saw palmetto extract (which blocks DHT) and horsetail extract in Neo hair lotion as well as rosemary and biotin in Ghori rosemary oil are all beneficial for promoting the regrowth of strong, healthy hair.
4. Boost blood circulation: It is important for hair follicles to get a healthy supply of blood through the blood vessels that they are connected to. Scalp circulation can ensure that hair gets all the nutrients it needs from food and stays strong. This will strengthen hair and decrease the possibility of hair fall. Regular use of Neo hair lotion which has Saw palmetto as well as Ginseng along with the Derma Roller as recommended will boost scalp circulation and promote regrowth.
5. Hydrate: Hydrating your hair with a conditioner can help hair look thicker on a temporary basis. Heavy conditioners might make hair look flatter but gentle conditioners like Ghori premium conditioner can help hydrate hair and make it stronger and more resilient.
In most cases, hair loss doesn’t happen suddenly. While treatment for diseases like cancer or sudden stress can lead to the loss of lots of hair, this is not the norm. It is possible to have symptoms of hair loss for months or even years before you start noticing it, even in the early teens and 20s. What is more important is to take corrective action as soon as you notice any signs of a receding hairline.
From Breakage to Breakthrough: Make the Shift
While hair loss continues to be a sad reality of life, we should remember that we now have access to both traditional home remedies as well as products that offer the best scientific innovations. We can opt for the remedy that works best for us in terms of time and convenience to boost our confidence and self-esteem.