Anti-Hair Loss and Fortifiers

Definition: Hair loss (alopecia) can be the result of a number of causes, which can include:

- Alopecia,

- Telogen effluvium

- Androgenetic alopecia

Alopecia Areata: Alopecia Areata is characterized by the loss of coin-sized patches of hair on the scalp or other parts of the body. Alopecia Areata causes inflammation of the hair follicle during the growth phase. This affects hair growth and alters its development. The exact causes of alopecia areata are not yet known; it may be a combination of factors.

Telogen Effluvium: The result is usually diffuse thinning of the hair. This is a type of alopecia that occurs when a large number of hair follicles enter the telogen phase prematurely. Telogen effluvium can occur after a hormonal change, a period of stress, or a significant change in diet leading to rapid weight loss.

Androgenetic alopecia: 75% of men experience hair loss, which eventually leads to more or less severe baldness. Hair loss can begin as early as age 18. Androgenetic alopecia is a hereditary condition. It is the most common type of alopecia in men. In cases of male pattern baldness, hair begins to thin at the temples. Over time, the hair loss in the temples becomes more pronounced, giving way to a central bridge of hair in the frontal region and baldness at the vertex. The bald areas in the frontal and vertex regions eventually converge, and the top of the head becomes increasingly bald. After a while, only a crown of hair remains on the sides and back of the head. Although it is mostly associated with men, slow thinning of the hairline at the crown can sometimes affect women, but these women never go bald.

Tips: There are dietary supplements that enhance hair growth, while others also combat hair loss. These types of dietary supplements should be taken for at least three consecutive months.

If you use a treatment shampoo, you should alternate it with a gentle shampoo so as not to use the treatment shampoo daily.

Some skin conditions can cause excessive scaling of the scalp. In these cases, it is advisable to seek specialized medical advice.

There are several dietary supplements that can help improve hair growth and health. The main nutrients involved in hair growth are biotin, zinc, vitamins A and E, amino acids like cystine and methionine, and omega-3 fatty acids. It is also important to maintain an adequate protein intake, as hair is primarily composed of protein.