How Can I Avoid Hair Loss?

Do you avoid putting your hair in very tight ponytails and similar styles?

Do you sleep in a satin cap or with a satin pillowcase?

Have you reduced the use of hot styling tools, hair gels, or harsh dyes and bleaches?

Do you use hair products that help maintain hair moisture and reduce hair breakage (for example, products that contain coconut oil or olive oil)?

Does your diet contain enough iron, vitamin D, zinc and selenium, or are you taking supplements?

Do you avoid excessively hot showers?

Do you practice massaging your scalp?

Do you cope with stress successfully?

Do you use prescription anti-hair loss medications or laser combs?

Based on your answers, there are several other ways that can help you avoid hair loss. You should avoid putting your hair in tight ponytails because this type of hairstyle can lead to so-called traction alopecia (pulling the hair out of its roots). If you sleep on a satin pillowcase, you will reduce the breaking and pulling of your hair during the night. Try to use hot styling tools sparingly and stay away from harsh bleaches or hair dyes. Also, hair styling gels often contain a number of chemicals that can get stuck in the hair follicles and contribute to hair loss.

Based on your answers, you know a lot about how to avoid hair loss. There are many reasons why your hair is thinning, so it is important to visit a doctor and get an accurate diagnosis. In the meantime, you can try different hair conditioners that will help maintain hair moisture and reduce hair breakage. Lack of iron, vitamin D, zinc and selenium can contribute to increased hair loss, so it is good to consult a doctor about some changes in your diet and possible use of supplements. Scalp massage can improve blood circulation in the scalp and hair follicles, which will positively affect hair growth.