Hair loss is a natural and physiological process: every day we lose between 40 and 120 hairs but don't panic, it's all normal.
This hair loss is in fact part of the hair renewal cycle and, under normal conditions, the hair that falls out is replaced by new hair in the growth phase.
In spring and autumn, however, we can notice a greater loss of hair: this is the seasonal fall where we can lose up to 200 hairs a day. Even in this case, it is a physiological phenomenon that tends to disappear on its own within a few weeks.
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Why does hair fall out?
Hair has a life cycle that lasts from 2 to 6 years , during which it grows and develops inside the hair follicle. In the last months of life, the hair stops growing and enters a "resting phase".
At the end of this cycle, the hair is pushed away by the new hair growing underneath it, in the same follicle .
A true continuous renewal, in which every hair that falls out is replaced by a new one that grows!
In some periods of the year, the shedding is more conspicuous : this is a reminder of our ancestral life, which recalls the moulting of animals' fur and, if you have a dog or a cat at home, you know well what I'm talking about!
Seasonal shedding occurs twice a year, in autumn between September and November and in spring between April and May.
Causes of hair loss
As I mentioned, under normal conditions, hair loss is not a cause for concern because growing hair replaces the hair that falls out.
However, there may be factors that prevent natural replacement , leading to more abundant loss or slower regrowth.
Factors that can influence hair loss include:
- genetic predisposition;
- period of physical or psychological stress ;
- post-pregnancy and breastfeeding;
- drastic and unbalanced diets , with mineral deficiencies;
- hormonal changes;
- very heavy menstrual cycle ;
- skin conditions, such as seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis;
- thyroid diseases ;
- frequent bleaching, incorrect use of hair dryers and straighteners;
- smoke;
- trichotillomania, a disorder that leads to uncontrolled hair pulling;
If you notice particularly heavy hair loss, with areas of thinning hair or areas prone to alopecia, the first advice is to see a doctor.
The trichologist is the doctor specialized in the treatment of hair problems, who will be able to indicate the right treatments for your case.
Natural remedies for hair loss
Precisely because hair loss is a completely natural phenomenon, there are no methods to stop it permanently.
What we can do, however, is to keep our body and scalp healthy, so as to help our hair follicles produce strong, healthy hair.
The best way to combat hair loss is to start with your diet : follow a balanced diet and choose foods rich in vitamins A, E, C and minerals. Drink plenty of water and don't forget to include seasonal fruit and vegetables in your diet.
Use localized treatments to combat hair loss, such as Hair Tonic Yuniwa Cosmetics , a treatment with revitalizing and anti-hair loss active ingredients.
Hair Tonic is a real concentrate of well-being for your scalp: it combats hair loss, soothes irritation, itching and regulates sebum production.
With Italian Annurca Apple, Caffeine, extracts of Butterfly Tree, Rosemary, Ivy, it reactivates the skin's microcirculation, stimulating the growth of healthy, strong hair and improving the health of the scalp.
If your hair starts to become even thinner and more fragile, combine it with Hair Booster Yuniwa Cosmetics, a concentrate of active ingredients to give energy and vitality to the hair.
Hair Booster is a light, non-greasy spray that you can use on your scalp every day.
Contains iron, zinc and copper precious mineral salts to strengthen hair and combat graying; Hair Booster has been enriched with:
- keratin , the main protein that makes up hair,
- biotin , a vitamin that makes hair strong and resistant
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peptides , which counteract hair aging.
Spray in 2-3 points of the head, directly on the scalp, and massage for a few seconds to absorb. Hair booster gives immediate volume even to the thinnest and most stressed hair!
For an even stronger action, try it together with the strengthening pack , one of the products most loved by Yumibio customers!
Anti-hair loss compresses
If you love Ayurvedic herbs, there are many DIY anti-hair loss compresses that you can make at home :
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Amla, rich in vitamin C, can stimulate hair follicles. If you have very light hair, be careful, it may darken slightly.
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Brahmi , makes the roots stronger and the hair thicker and more resistant. To be used as a pre-shampoo pack to be left on for at least an hour.
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Maka , ideal to use together with Brahmi powder. In this way, in addition to improving the health of the scalp and hair roots, you will also strengthen the hair follicles!
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Fenugreek (methi) , excellent as an anti-hair loss and moisturizing compress. The preparation is a bit long, but the final effect will repay you for the wait! Attention, fenugreek cannot be used during pregnancy, breastfeeding and in case of thyroid problems.
There are also household ingredients that you can use for your anti-hair loss compresses , such as brewer's yeast, rich in vitamins, minerals and amino acids.
Simply dissolve a cube of brewer's yeast in a little warm water, apply it to the roots and leave it to act for at least 30 minutes before rinsing. You can add castor oil or avocado oil to this anti-hair loss pack to enhance its strengthening effect.
Another home ingredient you can use to make anti-hair loss compresses is rosemary : leave a sprig to infuse in boiling water for 7-8 minutes. Filter the mixture, let it cool and apply it to clean hair as a final rinse after shampooing, leaving it to act for 15 minutes before styling and drying. Rosemary has a strengthening but also polishing action and will leave your hair soft and shiny!
Don't have time to prepare the infusion? Just a few sprays of rosemary hydrolate directly on the roots, even in the days following the shampoo.
Climate changes and seasonal changes contribute to hair loss. Find out in this article how to protect your hair in winter !
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