Globally, the problem of female hair loss is becoming increasingly prominent, becoming one of the important factors affecting women's health and image.
At present, there are 6 common types of female hair loss, and different types of hair loss can help us find the causes of hair loss and corresponding treatments.
- Alopecia Areata
- Androgenetic Alopecia (Male Pattern Baldness)
- Infectious Hair Loss
- Traumatic Hair Loss
- Telogen Effluvium (Growth Phase Hair Loss)
- Anagen Effluvium (Resting Phase Hair Loss)
Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata is characterized by patches of hair loss on the scalp. Currently, there is no definitive diagnosis for alopecia areata, but it is generally believed to be strongly associated with stress, emotions, and immune factors. Sudden emotional trauma or severe emotional suppression can lead to alopecia areata.
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Alopecia areata
Alopecia areata is a disease that develops when the body’s immune system attacks hair follicles (what holds the hair in place), causing hair loss.
Androgenetic Alopecia (Male Pattern Baldness)
Androgenetic alopecia, also known as seborrheic alopecia, is currently the most common cause of hair loss. Individuals with this type of hair loss typically exhibit the following symptoms:
- Itchy scalp.
- Excessive oiliness in the hair, even shortly after washing.
- Presence of white, powdery flakes on the scalp.
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Androgenetic Alopecia (Male Pattern Baldness)
The occurrence of this type of hair loss is closely related to the metabolism of androgens. If a woman also has a certain level of androgen in her body, she will also experience androgenic alopecia.
Infectious Hair Loss
Hair loss caused by fungal or bacterial infections on the scalp is termed infectious hair loss. Main symptoms include:
- Pimples on the scalp. Redness and itching.
- Presence of skin lesions.
- Formation of yellowish scars.
Infectious Hair Loss
It mainly has tinea capitis, folliculitis baldness, alopecia caused by leprosy, syphilitic alopecia and other types.
Traumatic Hair Loss
This type of hair loss is primarily due to prolonged tight hairstyles or violent pulling of the hair.
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Traumatic Hair Loss
If you have not experienced hair loss before and none of the previous three conditions apply, consider whether you have been physically rough with your hair recently.
Telogen Effluvium (Growth Phase Hair Loss)
Common in cancer patients due to prolonged use of chemotherapy drugs, telogen effluvium inhibits hair growth, leading to hair loss.
Telogen Effluvium
Severe malnutrition or chemical poisoning can also cause this type of hair loss.
Anagen Effluvium (Resting Phase Hair Loss)
Typically occurring in pregnant women, during pregnancy, hair follicles may remain in the growth phase for an extended period, not transitioning to the resting phase as usual. After childbirth, these stagnant follicles simultaneously enter the resting phase, resulting in natural hair loss after 3-5 months.
Anagen Effluvium
Hypothyroidism, the use of antidepressants or retinoid medications, undergoing surgery, and experiencing psychological stress can also contribute to the causes of anagen effluvium.
Treatment For Hair Loss in Women
Once you have identified your hair loss type, we will discuss how to treat your hair loss type correctly.
1.Traumatic Hair Loss/Telogen Effluvium
If you have temporary hair loss, such as telogen effluvium and traumatic hair loss, hair growth serum can help improve the problem to some extent.
However, it's ideal to consult with a professional to confirm if hair growth serum is the best solution for your hair loss and then choose the most suitable one based on its ingredients.
When selecting a hair growth serum, you may prioritize those containing the following ingredients:
| AnaGain | This helps stimulate dermal papilla cells, which are cells at the base of hair follicles. |
| CAPIXYL | A peptide combined with red clover extract that can prevent hair loss, stimulate hair growth, and reduce scalp inflammation. |
| Redensyl | Stimulates follicle cell renewal, helps improve hair growth, and reduces hair loss. |
| RootBioTec | This ingredient helps strengthen the dermal structure of the scalp, making hair appear denser. |
🔴In addition to these, ingredients like caffeine, biopeptides, grapeseed oil, glycerin, and others can also nourish and moisturize the hair, improving scalp health to so.
2.Androgenetic Alopecia/Alopecia areata
- For alopecia areata, minoxidil can be used, but its effects are not always significant and require long-term use to maintain the effect.
- Minoxidil can also treat androgenic alopecia, it can directly stimulate the proliferation and differentiation of hair follicle epithelial cells; Promote the formation of blood vessels, increase the local blood flow, make the hair follicle from the resting period to the growth period.
⚠️But minoxidil also has side effects, with a small number of patients experiencing hair growth on their faces and limbs. So it should be used under doctor's orders.
3.Infectious Hair Loss
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If you have infectious hair loss, you need to see a doctor immediately, as it can be cured. Neglecting treatment can cause serious damage to hair, leading to permanent hair loss.
4.Anagen Effluvium (Resting Phase Hair Loss)
If you have resting hair loss, you need to develop a treatment plan based on your specific situation. With the right treatment, hair loss can usually be stopped and hair regenerated within 6-12 months.
Tips For Using Hair Growth Serum
Most people with hair loss will frequently apply hair growth serum in order to work quickly, but overuse or improper use will damage the head and easily form deposits blocking pores, resulting in scalp peeling, itching and inflammation, and hair loss.
Therefore, if your hair loss problem can be improved with hair growth serum, then scientific use is very necessary.
Correct techniques for using hair growth serum:
Ensure that your hair is at least partially dry or completely dry before applying hair growth serum.
Apply the essence to the scalp rather than the hair strands. Ensure even distribution, applying at least 5 drops per section (you can use less), but not exceeding 20 drops.
Use your hands or a specialized scalp massage tool to help the essence integrate with the scalp. Massage also promotes blood circulation, improving scalp health and providing relaxation.
It is recommended to use hair growth serum 3-4 times a week. Daily use is not advisable; applying it only when washing your hair is sufficient.If you find this article helpful, feel free to share it with your family and friends. Thank you!