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6 Proven Ways To Deal With Hair Loss

For many women and even men, their crown is intrinsically in self-image and self-esteem. When your hair looks good, you tend to feel better about yourself. In some unfortunate cases, you might notice your hair is thinning in some parts of your scalp or starts to fall out. You no longer have to sweep this issue under the rug as there are effective ways to keep you from losing any more hair. Let’s look into some of the proven ways to deal with hair loss issues below: 


Find out why you are losing hair 

For starters, it might help if you schedule an appointment with your doctor to help get to the bottom of why you are losing hair. A physician can help you rule out serious underlying issues such as alopecia areata, an autoimmune skin disease characterized by bald spots. It would be best to confirm that your hair loss is not connected to any serious health issues rather than to make assumptions. 

Reduce tension on your hair follicles

Running a fine-toothed comb through your hair is a sure way to lose hair. If you are constantly putting your hair up in tight buns and ponytails, you are bound to cause your hair strands to snap off. Switch out your fine-toothed comb for a wide one and be gentler on your hair by tying it loosely. We also recommend untying your hair and wearing a bonnet while you sleep. 

Try a different hairstyle 

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You may have noticed that your hair is thinning around your part or at the top of your head. If you are used to parting your hair in the same spot, it is high time you change your hairstyle to prevent further hair loss. Instead of getting the usual braids, maybe you could try a sew-in. 

Go for a hair transplant 

You can also fix hair loss issues through a transplant procedure. In this approach, a qualified doctor will first extract hair follicles from an area containing dense hair and transplant it to an area without hair. Well, it is important to seek the services of a board-certified surgeon near you to increase your chances of a successful surgery and avoid making the issue worse! If you are in New York, you can go for a hair transplant by Dr. Andrew Jacono, an expert in innovative ways to fix thinning hair. 

Mask your hair loss with scarves 

You can also hide conspicuous bald spots under scarves and bandanas. Not only will these headwraps mask your hair loss, but they also double up as stylish accessories. Invest in a couple of colorful statement pieces and watch tutorials online on how to wrap your head. If you have lost most of your hair, look out for soft fabrics that won’t irritate your scalp. 

Try supplements and topical ointments 

As a last resort, you could try using ointments and supplements to either slow down your hair loss or help you regrow the hair in your bald spots. Some medications, such as Minoxidil and Viviscal, are available on prescription and are known to promote hair growth within a few months. Remember to talk to your doctor before trying any supplement to grow your hair. 

Pick the viable methods that you would find best fit in dealing with your hair loss issue. Don’t hesitate to seek help from a professional if the problem is hurting your confidence. 

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