Female Hair Thinning

WHAT IS HAIR THINNING?

Excessive hair shedding is often one of the first signs of a hair loss condition. Is hair thinning the same thing as hair loss? That depends on exactly what the issue is. The uniting factor here is that hair loss, hair thinning and shedding are complex issues. In other words, the reason your hair is falling out will likely be different from another’s. First, let’s narrow down the causes by exploring the signs and symptoms of hair thinning.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF HAIR THINNING

Are strands accumulating on your brush? In the shower? Are you leaving a trail of floating strands behind you wherever you go? This is usually the first indication of hair thinning, and it’s disconcerting to say the least. Instinctually, you’ll feel a wave of emotions including helplessness, distress and for some, even shame.

Before we go any further, we implore you to remember these unwavering facts:

• You are beautiful.
• This is not your fault.
• We are here to help you through this.
• There are clinically-proven solutions for hair loss.
• You are not alone.

WHAT CAUSES THINNING HAIR IN WOMEN

Shedding is a natural occurrence and is part of a complex rhythm called the hair growth cycle. When hair sheds, it makes room for fresh new hair to blossom and grow. This natural life cycle might sound good in theory, but what about when you’re shampooing mid-shower and amass a clump of sudsy hair in your palm? And what if the hair doesn’t regrow right away? You may be experiencing excessive hair shedding, which is quite often the result of an underlying issue or life event.

The most common causes for women’s hair loss include:

• Genetic predispositions
• Hormonal imbalances
• Stress
• Thyroid issues
• Medical illnesses or procedures
• Crash dieting or poor nutrition
• Pregnancy
• Menopause
• Daily beauty practices

Depending on your hair, thinning might not be a new occurrence for you but part of your day-to-day. 

Thin, Low-Density Hair

Thin hair is low-density hair, meaning hair follicles are not densely packed but more scattered on the scalp. If your scalp is visibly even across your head, it’s likely that you have thin hair. Because low density means less hair, there is a noticeable difference when hair loss occurs. Women with thin hair should seek gentle products that protect the hair they have while enhancing volume and creating fullness.

Fine Hair Strands

Fine hair relates to the thickness of each individual strand, as determined by the thickness in diameter of the hair shaft. If you tie your hair into a low ponytail, how wide is the circumference? If it’s less than two inches, you likely have fine hair. Women with fine hair seek out products that add thickness, fullness and add body without weighing it down.

Use a Microfiber Towel

Instead of using a rough towel to dry your hair, which rubs your hair and hair effectively agitating the cuticle, use a microfiber towel. Microfibers gently absorb water by squeezing it from hair which will reduce hair pull and breakage.

Trade-In Your Brush for a Wide-Tooth Comb

Fine hair is also more prone to tangling, sending you reaching for the brush more often. The problem here is that brushing your hair tugs at the follicles, adding stress and ultimately leading to shedding and breakage.

To gently detangle, swap that brush for a wide tooth comb. Start at the ends of hair and move up the hair shaft. Don’t rip through hair, as this will add tension and pull hairs out. If hair is extremely tangled and hard to comb through, use a root securing complex or deep conditioning treatment and apply from root to ends.

Allow Hair to Air Dry

Blow drying hair adds stress to our strands and follicles. Yet with work and life demands in full swing—blow drying is a necessary time-saver for many women. If you’re short on time and need to grab the blow dryer, be sure to use a low heat or even the cool setting. Divide hair into small sections to minimize overall pull and tension and gently comb through with a wide tooth comb or boar bristle brush.

Avoid Hairstyles that Tug or Pull at Strands

The easiest way to manage your hair daily might be to throw it up in a top bun or ponytail. Yet both of these styles tug at the hair follicles and cause breakage, potentially leading to traction alopecia. The solution? Tie your hair back loosely with a scarf, soft band or scrunchie that won’t tug at your strands. Avoid any and all hairstyles that pull at your hair to preserve the health of your strands long term.

Sleep on a Silk Pillow

In contrast to more abrasive materials like polyester, silk is oh-so-smooth. Swapping your pillowcase for a silky soft one will reduce friction and damage to your strands.

Treat Hair Thinning at the Scalp

Due to the delicate nature of fine and/or thin hair, Daniel Alain’s Anti Hair Shedding Treatment, INTACT, provides protection during washing, brushing and styling, while giving a volume boost at the root for fuller-looking hair. To truly understand the nature of hair thinning requires years of clinical research, development and studies to unlock solutions that work, which is exactly what we are committed to doing.

Our solution to hair thinning is INTACT, which is:

• Dermatologist-developed.
• The first and only clinically-proven product to retain and protect hair.
• Proven to reduce hair thinning from excessive shedding by up to 77% during washing, brushing and styling.
• Designed to provide volume, body and shine without buildup or weight.
• Free of sulfates, parabens, phthalates, silicones, oils, SD alcohol & gluten, vegan-friendly and color safe.

RELATED CONDITIONS TO HAIR THINNING

Hair thinning may signify a larger issue and even lead to significant hair loss. That’s why preventative treatment is vital for your hair health and beauty.

• Alopecia
• Hair Shedding
• Female Pattern Hair Loss