Hair loss is undoubtedly the most common problem faced by most of us. Before we even realize it, a massive volume is already gone. Before long, you’ll find strands on your pillow, your clothes and clogging your drain. Hair loss can occur due to hormonal imbalance, nutritional deficiency, or aging. Decreased temperature, however, has a striking link with hair fall. Hair loss due to seasonal variation is very much a real thing. In India, it commonly occurs at the end of September and reaches its peak in January. This type of hair fall is gender-neutral. It can affect both males and females. The wide variation is seen in the hair loss pattern among men and women.

But why specifically winters?

Cold weather tends to dry the scalp and hair strands. As a result, they lose all the moisture and become brittle. If you have long hair, then you might face hair breakage as well. ‘Hair breakage ‘ is a common term used when hair breaks from its shaft, not roots.

Dry weather removes the moisture from the outermost layer of the hair and weakens out the bond strength. Now, when this dry hair undergoes any chemical or hormonal changes, they tend to fall.

The other reason for hair loss in winters are:

• Over-styling: Certain hairstyles exert terrible pressure on hair follicles that leads to shedding of hair. This type of hair loss is called ‘Traction Alopecia’.

• Air-Pollution: The particulate matter in the air builds up on the scalp. This build-up is sticky in nature and attracts micro-organisms and dust. It also leads to dandruff and itchiness.

• Washing with excessively hot water: Using hot water is not a great idea to wash your hair in winters. It removes the natural oils and moisture from the hair.

• Stress: Stress is not good in any season. It decreases the blood supply and hair follicles do not receive enough nutrition which causes hair loss.

• Diet: Poor nutrition is directly linked to hair fall. Increased intake of coffee and tea decreases the absorption of iron and it is apparently the leading cause of hair fall in winters.

• Hormonal Imbalances: The reduced time of day-light and colder temperatures causes hormonal changes in the body.  Changes can also be seen in metabolism, diet, and pattern of sleep. Vitamin D helps to develop the new hair follicles. Reduced levels of vitamin D in winters lead to the shedding of hair strands.

How can it be prevented?

Eating Right

Diet is the most important factor for hair loss problems. As winter makes us crave more carbohydrates, it is necessary to stick to a balanced diet plan. A protein-rich diet helps to restore the texture of hair. similarly, Green leafy vegetables help to replenish the levels of iron and calcium in our bodies and nourish our hair. Limit caffeine intake. Keep a check on your water intake. Sometimes, lack of moisture is due to internal dehydration.

Exercise Everyday

Light to moderate exercise improves blood circulation and maintains the equilibrium between hormonal and metabolic changes inside the body. This automatically helps increase nutrition to hair follicles and makes hair healthier. Yoga is an excellent choice to enhance flexibility and meditation keeps the stress away.

Proper hair management

Wash your hair gently with a mild shampoo. Avoid tight buns or ponytails. Conditioning of shaft and roots is important to restore moisture. Air drying should be chosen over blow-drying. All the chemical treatments like keratin, coloring or styling should be avoided as they can aggravate hair loss.

What are the available treatment options?

Skinfinity has the best hair-fall treatment in Noida. There are various therapies available that are customized as per the individual’s concern.

• Mesotherapy: Goodness of vitamins, hair peptides, and growth factors in one single vial which is delivered to your scalp by a meso-gun. It is a non-invasive treatment procedure that promotes regrowth.

• Microneedling: It is done with the help of derma rollers and it aims to improve the blood circulation in the scalp and promotes the growth of collagen fibers which enhance hair growth.

• A Cell therapy: A-cells with PRP helps to initiate the growth of new follicles and promotes hair growth. It is the most efficient technology to control hair loss.

Air Pollution, smog, over-exposure by sun can cause serious damage to hair. If you are dealing with hair loss, then you need to act fast. Our experts will guide you with the required treatment, good diet and good products that can help you fight hair fall.