10 Myths and Truths About Hair Loss

Hair loss is a very common and worrying problem. That’s why you’re likely to come across a lot of misinformation about hair loss, both in everyday life and while you’re browsing the Internet. Such misinformation can lead you to apply treatments to your hair that are not normally recommended, to try strange and sometimes directly harmful methods to stop hair loss. In this article, we will discuss 10 myths about hair loss and why they are wrong.

• Myth 1: Accessories such as hats and helmets cause hair loss.

Fact: Accessories such as hats and helmets can damage hair and cause breakage if used frequently. However, it is not expected that they will directly cause hair loss.

• Myth 2: Only Men Experience Hair Loss.

Fact: Just like men, women can also have hair loss problem. Of course, it is normal to lose a certain amount of hair during the day. However, hair loss in women can exceed this amount (50-100 strands) and, as a result, there can be a significant decrease in hair density.

• Myth 3: Hair washing frequency influences hair loss.

Fact: The frequency of hair washing is not directly related to hair loss. However, using the wrong product or combing the hair too harshly can increase the amount of shedding. Hair that falls out when washing hair is usually a natural part of the shedding cycle.

• Myth 4: Stress can’t be the cause of hair loss.

Fact: Excessive stress is one of the most prominent causes of hair loss. Stress-related hair loss, also known as telogen effluvium, is quite common and can be prevented by adopting an effective stress management strategy.

• Myth 5: Only older individuals experience hair loss.

Fact: Hair loss can be experienced at any age. Genetic predisposition, malnutrition or health problems can cause hair loss to start at an early age. In particular, male pattern hair loss (androgenic alopecia) is a condition that starts at a relatively young age.

• Myth 6: Hair transplants provide an unnatural hair look.

Fact: Thanks to the advanced technology, hair transplant procedures provide quite natural results today. Particularly in transplants performed using the FUE method, the hair can be designed and transplanted according to the natural growth direction of the hair.

• Myth 7: Haircut makes the hair grow thicker.

Fact: A haircut can make the hair look healthier, but it will not make it thicker. The density of the hair depends on the number of hair follicles and cutting does not affect their number.

• Myth 8: Hair loss is entirely genetic.

Fact: Genetic factors play a significant role in hair loss, but are not the only cause. Hair loss can also be caused by hormonal changes, nutritional deficiencies, stress, skin conditions and environmental factors.

• Myth 9: There is treatment for hair loss.

Fact: Hair loss is a condition that can be treated. There are a number of medical treatments available today that can help to slow down or stop hair loss. With procedures such as hair transplants, new hair follicles harvested from areas such as the nape area can be transplanted to replace hair that has already been lost.

• Myth 10: Hair care products and supplements are sufficient for the prevention of hair loss.

Fact: Hair care products and hair supplements can support the overall health of the hair, but they won’t be able to stop severe hair loss caused by genetic factors. These products usually give hair a shinier, stronger look. A successful and lasting solution to hair loss can only be offered by medical applications such as Hair PRP and minimally invasive procedures such as FUE hair transplant.

Hair loss is a problem that can be stopped by following medical, scientific and accurate information. While it is not possible to stop hair loss in some individuals, accurate information can prevent further damage to the scalp, and a successful hair transplant can help an individual regain dense hair.