How Can You Improve the Appearance of Thinning Hair
9:00 AMIf you have
thinning hair, it’s easy to feel
self-conscious about it.
The truth is that there are lots of things that you can do about it and ways to style it so that your hair looks just as full and thick as you would want it to!
Read on to find out more.
Possible Causes
There are a
lot of reasons that your hair could be thinning. Some of the reasons for thinning hair are things
that can be resolved through changes in diet and lifestyle:
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Stress. When we are stressed, our bodies
release cortisol, which actually attacks hair follicles and prevents new hair
growth. If you have experienced a sudden stressful event recently or have been
dealing with stress and anxiety for a long time, then it’s possible that this is the cause
of your hair loss. Addressing the causes of stress through lifestyle changes
and therapy and lowering your cortisol levels will mean that hair growth should
return to normal within a few months.
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Malnutrition. If you are eating a restrictive
diet, then it’s possible that you aren’t getting all of the nutrients you
need to support healthy hair growth. Our hair needs a good supply of B-Vitamins,
Omega-3’s, Iron, and Protein in order to
grow thick and full. Taking a look at your diet and ensuring that it is giving
you everything you need is a great way to promote hair growth.
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Hormone changes. Our hormone levels directly impact
our hair growth, so if you have recently become pregnant or given birth, or if
you are on birth control medication that contains hormones, then this could be
the culprit. If you think this is the case, then consult your physician, who
will be able to advise on the best course of action.
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Medical
conditions. Conditions affecting the thyroid, in particular,
are a cause of hair loss, so if you aren’t sure why your hair is thinning, it’s worth getting it checked out so
that your physician can rule out a medical problem.
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Medication. Some medications can cause hair
loss as a side effect. If this is the case for you, then consult your
physician, who may be able to recommend an alternative.
Hereditary thinning
The most
common reason that women lose their hair is down to genetics. Some of us are
just predisposed to start losing our hair at a certain age, and no dietary or
lifestyle changes will be able to reverse it.
Women in this situation often contact the Harley Street Hair Clinic to discuss hair transplants, which can give you back your full head of hair.
How to style thinning hair
As a rule, if
you have very thin hair, then the best hair cut for you will be one with lots of layers and texture.
This makes your hair appear more voluminous.
Both short and long hairstyles can work well on people with thin hair, provided they are well-considered. If you have thin hair, consider getting a pixie cut, an asymmetrical bob, or play with adding curls to your hair to increase the texture.
2 comments
One other thing to consider; hairstyles. Repeatedly pulling the hair tightly into a bun or ponytail can accelerate hair loss. The Armed Forces are in the process of revising hair standards for women because of this.
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Excellent post, Erica, thank you. Theresa, thank you for your comment. It explains why my hairline looks thin but the rest of my hair is still thick.
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