Fighting Hair Loss Problems

Hair loss problem does not appear in one day. It is caused by improper hair care over time. Instead of working hard to fight against the problem, you may prevent it with the little steps in your daily lives. These little steps help you maintain hair health and prevent hair loss in the long run.

Sebum on scalp is the natural protection to scalp and hairs. Without proper cleansing, accumulated sebum may clog hair follicles and cause hair loss problem. Therefore, hair washing is the very first step for preventing hair loss problem. But, people with dry hair type should not wash their hairs too frequently (no more than 4 times a week). Otherwise, scalp will be too dry and may cause other hair problem.

Common materials for hair comb include plastic, bristle, wood and oxhorn. Compared to plastic and bristle combs, wood and oxhorn combs are better choices. Wood and oxhorn combs help massage scalp and therefore facilitates blood circulation and reduce dandruff.

Scalp is generally classified as dry, normal and oily type. Hair care products should match with your hair type. Most importantly, hairs grow healthily in slight acidic condition. Therefore, you should not choose products that are degreasing and strongly alkaline.

Smoking and drinking are unfavorable to hair growth. Nicotine in cigarette is harmful to hairs and smoking may result in the contraction of capillaries in scalp. Prolonged heavy drinking is a common cause for hair loss problem.

Stress is a common cause for air loss problem. Sports and exercises promote hair health by reducing stress. Therefore, they are effective in reducing hair loss caused by stress and emotional problems.

Hairs can be damaged by heat easily. Heat is generated when we use hair blower and have hair treatments such as perm. Hairs become dry, weak and bristle under these treatments and may be difficult to recover. Therefore, it is advised to avoid such treatments if possible.

Hairs and scalp without moisture are weak and sensitive. Air conditioning may take away moisture from hairs and scalp, leaving scalp dry. Dry scalp may lead to dandruff and hair loss problem.

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