Does anyone suffer from hair loss and hair thinning?

my hair loss is not serious but is still there i used to have really thick hair as a child but it had somehow thinned out...and i have no idea why. i was told to eat things like weetabix and to oil my hair more often but im not quite sure nemore. and one other thing im under 20!Does anyone suffer from hair loss and hair thinning?
i used to have really thick hair until i had my baby that's when lost a lot of mine. its a hormonal thing and all depends on your diet and personal circumstances either you have been trough some stress or maybe your diet is not as good at the moment.


try olive oil, yes the one that you eat, or almond oil on your hair and apply this 2x to 3x a week massage it in to the roots and tie your hair in to a plait for at least 2 hours then wash your hair using a mild shampoo, baby shampoo is very mild, with cool water, and please try to keep away from your hair dryer and straightener if you use one,and towel dry your hair but don't brush your hair while it is wet as you will lose more hair this way and don't use any styling products as they make hair conditions worse and do more damage then anything else.





you can also get vitamins 'head high' from health shops which stops the hair from falling they are quite good and not very expensive.


also try to improve your diet and eat lot of almonds as this is good for hair and the brain and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and water and milk and fresh fruit juices to drink.


don't worry stress makes it worse.





hope all this helps good luck





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mrchulondon....well agree that its a hormonal problem but may be you should try google and type in oiling hair you will find a lot of information about oiling hair and its benefits and you will also see the evidence of oiling hair and how it can help thinning hair...so no its not a quack potion....





Having good hair oil is not enough, eating the right kind of food also helps. Harmful foods such as canned and processed food which do not protect your hair instead damage it, should not be eaten. Fresh coconut is very good for your hair.





For beautiful and strong hair, massage your scalp with hair oil and leave it overnight. You can also use a steamed towel to cover your hair for half an hour for best results. This gives your hair a shiny and lustrous look.





Oiling your hair everyday would be too much to ask for. But do this at least thrice a week for beautiful hair. It does make a lot of difference if you keep doing this regularly as it is bound to show on your hair.





The massaging and oiling of your hair stimulates the blood circulation, which in return helps your hair. Due to the oil your hair is protected from the strong and hot sun rays. The oil also gives your hair that extra shine.





Some of the most popular and very beneficial oils which are being used for beautiful long hair with indefinite good qualities are





Jojoba Oil - can be used for dry hair as it helps to moisturize your hair properly. It helps to soften your hair and can be used to detangle your hair before shampooing.





Almond Oil - almond will help thicken the hair and prevents premature graying. Also, almond oil is not greasy or sticky and so is a friendly massage tool.





Olive Oil - strengthens your hair and nourishes it due to inherent qualities it has. It helps to reduce stress and promotes the idea of healthy hair by providing elasticity to your hair.





Coconut Oil - is one of the oil which helps in the lubrication of the hair. The content in coconut oil like magnesium, potassium, calcium and iron happens to provide the best for your hair. It is very useful for damaged hair due to its ability to strengthen it.





Rosemary Herbal Oil - is very useful for the unwanted and flaky dandruff problems. Warm the oil slightly and apply it with the help of your fingers or cotton. Rub it well on the scalp and wrap with a hot towel.Does anyone suffer from hair loss and hair thinning?
topical hormone products are the only thing that will help with thinning hair,and even these may or may not work.there is a huge market for these and any number of companies will give you what you need.consult your chemist,ask about ';regain'; or the likes.





but the belief is that it is genetic,trggered by stress.





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i cant believe how many quack potions are coming up.there is NO evidence to support olive oil tea nettle or any other for that matter, as it is HORMONAL, to be treated with a topical hormone solutioN.Pharmaceutical companies invest millions into patents for this and if it were as simple as oil more people would have more hair.





baby shampoo is slightly alkaline so that eyes; which are also alkaline dont become sensitised during babys' shampoo.hair and skin is acidic.So baby shampoo has a caustic effect on this and is considered quiet damaging.
Stress makes it happen .
look to your parents and gran parents...did they have this problem?


If not id seriously go ask the doctors advise...have you been put on any medication lately that has this side effect? I only ask cos I have taken antidepressants in the past that made me lose my body hair..lol...looked like a boiling chicken...!


Don't stress to much about it until you've ruled out all the silly things it could be..stress dosent help it!


Hope it all works out well in the end Hun.
I was advised to grow old gracefully and I did, as well as growing bald gracefully. Theres worse things in life.
read this:


FALLING HAIR -





Does your hair fall a lot? Don't worry, you're not alone. Millions of people from all around the world suffer from dry, brittle and weak hair. Some of the possible reasons for falling hair are:








Tension


Too much work


Illness


Poor diet


Over-exposure to the sun


Perming


Amateur bleaching


Too frequent and inexpert use of tints, rinses or other colourants








Here is what you can do to prevent hair fall








Shampoo regularly. Remember, a CLEAN scalp is a HEALTHY SCALP.





Brahmi amla oil also promotes hair growth.





A high protein diet with plenty of fruits, green vegetables and dairy products is a must.





Drink 10-12 glass of water everyday.





Use a very mild shampoo and condition your hair at least twice a week. When you do, make sure you rinse out the conditioner thoroughly, otherwise residue build-up will cause your hair to look limp and dull.





Know your vitamins! IRON is important for healthy hair and brittle, limp hair indicates an iron deficiency. Spinach has a good iron content, so gulp it down!





ZINC helps prevent hair loss and greying. Eat adequate zinc rich foods. Overweight people tend to have zinc deficiency, which is inversely related to the body mass index. Thus if you are overweight and if your hair falls too much, you may want to increase your intake of zinc containing foods. Recipes containing stone ground, wholegrain flour are rich in zinc.





A shortfall in VITAMIN B may cause dandruff, falling hair, loss of colour and could encourage grey hair. So B group Vitamins are essential for gloss, colour and thickness.





VITAMIN C ensures the health of capillaries supplying blood to hair follicles. Make sure your diet includes plenty of fresh fruits and veggies.





VITAMIN E encourages hair growth. Switch from refined flours to wholemeal and wheatgerm, eggs, vegetable oil.





COPPER stops hair from falling. Studies show that the copper content in the blood serum of people with falling hair is less than normal. Different types of alopecia (falling hair) are seen to have a deficiency of this important trace element. Include small quantities of nuts, especially cashews and peanuts, seeds, whole milk and beans in your diet as these contain minute but important amounts of copper.








Homemade remedies for preventing hair fall:





Apply almond oil on scalp and massage.


Grind fenugreek seeds in water and apply on your scalp. Wash off after 40 minutes. Do this every morning for a month 隆V if it suits you! Remember, different treatments suit different types of hair.


Massage warm castor oil + almond oil into your scalp gently. Wrap a hot towel around your scalp so it gets absorbed into the hair. Do this twice a week for healthy, shiny hair.


Add 2-3 drops of honey to a glass of water and use this as the last rinse after shampooing.








Quick Hair Care Conditioner





Mix 1 egg, 2 tbs castor oil, 1 tsp vinegar and 1 tsp glycerine. Beat until frothy and massage lightly into your scalp. Wrap your head in a hot towel, steam, then wash off. This conditioner makes hair thicker, shiny, soft and manageable.








Honey Conditioner





Beat 1-2 eggs (depending on the length of the hair), 1 tsp honey and 2 tsp olive oil. Massage gently into the scalp. Steam, and shampoo after an hour.








Alcohol Conditioner





Beat 1-2 eggs with 2 tsp brandy. Massage into your scalp. Leave for 10-15 mins. Rinse well. The egg nourishes your hair and brandy stimulates hair growth.





Your hair is a vital beauty asset, requiring constant loving care. And with a little nurturing, lush, glossy hair will be yours





ESSENTIALS FOR FALLING HAIR -











Does your hair fall often Arm yourself with these tools to combat hair fall.











Wide-toothed comb








Get yourself a wide-toothed comb. This is probably one of the most important yet underutilized of all hair tools. A wide-toothed comb helps you distribute conditioner evenly all over your hair while shampooing and conditioning. In addition, it also helps get rid of knots smoothly.





The best time to get rid of knots is during conditioning. Apply conditioner and run a wide toothed comb gently through your hair.





While untangling dry hair, do so in sections. Take one section at a time, and first, untangle the ends of your hair. Do so slowly, and don?t pull unless you want your hair to fall out in clumps or break.





Don?t wait for the last minute before detangling your hair. Every night, while sitting in front of the television, run a wide toothed comb gently through your hair, until you have untangled it completely. Do this every night, and you will notice that your hair remains free from tangles.





Leave-in conditioner


Dry hair tends to tangle easily, and, needless to say, causes it to break. Make sure your hair is never devoid of moisture by always keeping a bottle of leave-in conditioner handy. The next time you feel your hair is dry and rough to the touch, simply rub a dollop of leave-in conditioner between your palms, and apply it to your hair. Comb through with your wide toothed comb. Your hair will be instantly rejuvenated and moisturized. Gradually, the texture will also improve. This is a must if you blow dry your hair regularly, or if it is chemically treated. Such hair constantly craves moisture, so get yourself a bottle of leave-in conditioner.








Oil


Olive, almond and coconut oils are all excellent for the hair. While you could apply oil as an alternative to leave-in conditioner, oil tends to make your hair sticky, and you cannot style your hair well after applying oil. Your only alternative would then be to tie up your hair. For better results with oil, apply just a few drops immediately after washing your hair, when your hair is still dripping wet. Oil doesn?t penetrate the strands as easily as leave-in conditioner does though. Nothing beats a hot oil massage followed by a steam treatment, as the steam helps the oil penetrate the hair strands, strengthening them and curtailing hair fall.








Egg


Egg is great for the hair ? there are no two ways about it! True, it causes a tremendous stink in the bathroom, and your hair may let off an ?eggy? smell, but the results are instantaneous and worth it! Egg strengthens your hair almost immediately, and the egg yolk leaves your hair shining. Whip an egg with two tablespoons of olive oil and apply it to your hair. Wash off after half an hour. Make sure you wash off with cold water though, or the egg will start cooking in your hair, and would be harder to take off! Use a scented shampoo to counter the smell of egg in your hair, and follow up with a leave-in conditioner. Do this for a month, and you will be amazed by the change in your hair texture and the reduction in hair fall.
Im 20 and my hair was always thin, but only started falling a few months ago, my parents told me it was a family genetics thing. Im also stressed all the time. is there anything i could do to thicken my hair and keep it strong
You may have a hormone imbalance. See your doctor.


If you are female they can treat you.
no but i hope the hair thinning passes it maybe to do with stress or a recent trauma in your life like a death, maybe you could try taking vitamins to make it grow and massage your scalp to stimulate hair growth. Hope this helps and hope your hair gets back to normal soon.
Try hair skin and nail vitamains from holland and barrets,i used to have thin hair untill i started taking these and they are really cheap