In women, excessive hair shedding can signify a receding hairline. Usually, hair shedding can be caused by hormonal changes, such as those that occur during menopause, or by certain medical conditions, such as thyroid disorders. Furthermore, when the hairline recedes, it may start to thin and...
Telogen effluvium (TE) is another common form of hair loss. Dr. Falola estimates that anywhere from 30% to 50% of postpartum women experience shedding earlier than expected during the resting phase of the hair growth cycle. This form of hair loss often sets in due to psychological or physio...
Pattern hair loss occurs largely in men, though it can affect women, too. In men, the telltale sign is an M-shaped hairline pattern that continues to deepen as the hair loss worsens. As it occurs at the hairline, baby hairs are some of the first that are impacted. In this case, the...
If you have been natural or transitioning for any length of time, the temptation to relax your hair will probably have presented itself. First of all, don’t be alarmed, it happens to most of us at some point in our natural hair journey particularly if you had been relaxed for quite a ...
Dr. Rashmi Byakodi, the editor of Best for Nutrition, said, "According to a study, low iron stores represent a risk factor for female hair loss in nonmenopausal women. Iron is involved in many critical physiologic processes within the hair follicle, suggesting that iron deficiency could disrup...
Stress can affect everything, including the health of your hair. Here’s everything you need to know about women’s hair loss from stress.
This typically means utilizing damaging chemical substances and tools to straighten the hair which is not how most black women’s hair naturally is. However, ensure not to stretch your hair when it’s dry, as it could result in brittleness and breakages. ...
When we take a hot shower, our pores open, but cold showers can temporarily tighten them and help youretain the natural oilsin your skin and hair. Those prone to dry skin or concerned about dry, brittle hair might consider rinsing off with cold water every so often. ...
Pattern baldness.This is a heritable condition called follicular dysplasia. The hair loss tends to start on the dog’s neck and the backs of their legs. Currently, there’s no treatment. Certain Cancers.This breed has a higher rate of cancer than other breeds. Signs can vary depending on ...
Cashmere is harvested from the goats during their annual molting season through the shedding or the shearing of their down. In the frigid high desert climates where most of the goats are raised, the dense inner coat guards against harsh winter weather, but once seasons change, goats begin to...