collaborative post // When you hear about ‘thinning hair’, it’s probably an issue you associate with men. However, statistics show that as many as one in four women also have thinning hair, and some women even experience baldness. This can be a big worry, not just in terms of appearance, but for health reasons too – it’s wise to seek medical advice if you find you have thinning hair because it might be a symptom of something else.
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Even if it’s not, and it’s a hormonal imbalance, thinning hair can affect confidence and make you feel as though you no longer want to interact in society.
The good news is that you can do many different things to prevent further hair loss and, in some cases, add more volume to your hair. Read on for some ideas about what you might choose to do.
Change Your Hairstyle
If you are suffering from thinning hair and you’re not sure what to do about it, you can go to your hairdresser and talk to them about your options. It might be that they can give you a new hairstyle that will cover up the thinner areas and even make the hair you do have look fuller.
Don’t try to do this yourself at home; it’s far better to go to an expert who will more than likely have done similar work before. They might also have some advice about the best hair products to use to help you get more volume.
De-Stress
One of the biggest reasons for hair loss is stress. When you are stressed, your hair follicles are set in a ‘resting phase’. This phase is natural, and all hair goes through it – it’s part of the usual cycle – but when hair remains in that phase, it falls out a lot more easily. If this is as far into its cycle as it gets, your hair will fall out faster, and you might find you have bald areas or at least very thin hair.
One thing you can do to help yourself is to de-stress. This is, of course, easier said than done, but if you can do it, it will be good for your overall mental and physical health, and your hair’s growth cycle will be able to continue; you’ll lose less hair.
De-stressing can be done in a variety of different ways, and it will depend on what works best for you. Some people like to take long, warm baths, and others like to go running, for example. Once you work out how to de-stress, make time for it every day and you’ll feel the benefits. If you can’t seem to shake the feeling, make sure you see a doctor for additional help.
Protective Wigs
Another option to consider for addressing thinning hair is to explore alternative hairstyles such as braided wigs or Knotless Braids Styles. These versatile hair solutions can not only provide a stylish and trendy look but also help cover up areas of thinning hair and create the illusion of fuller, voluminous hair.
Braided wigs offer the convenience of being easily adjustable and removable, allowing you to experiment with different styles and colors without any commitment. On the other hand, knotless braids styles provide a more long-term solution, offering a protective hairstyle that promotes hair growth and minimizes hair breakage.
Consulting with a professional hairstylist experienced in Braided Wigs and knotless braids can provide you with valuable insights and recommendations on how to incorporate these options into your hair care routine. By exploring these alternatives, you can regain confidence and enjoy interacting in society without concerns about thinning hair.
Hair Transplant
A hair transplant can be the ideal solution to thinning hair. Although this might seem like an extreme measure, it’s actually something that is becoming more common, and it is a safe procedure that can offer some amazing results.
The best thing to do if you are interested in a hair transplant is to seek guidance from an expert. Arrange an appointment at a clinic to discuss what might be done for you and how the procedure works.
You might be surprised at exactly what happens, and once you have more information, you can determine whether or not this is something you want to go ahead with. When it comes to results, there is nothing as permanent or effective as this.
