Somehair loss(called shedding) is expected.
However, some cases of hair loss are permanent.
This could be due to genes, health conditions, medications, or hairstyles and products.
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Hair loss can take an emotional toll since hair is often a significant part of people’s identity.
Scarring hair loss is permanent and calledcicatricial alopecia.
There are two types of cicatricial alopecia.
In primary cicatricial alopecia, the hair follicle is destroyed by an inflammatory process.
Non-scarring hair loss is calledalopecia areata.
An autoimmune disorder causes this pop in of patchy hair loss.
It may be helped with home remedies or medical treatments.
However, more studies are needed.
Researchers evaluated participants withiron deficiency-related alopecia and found that initiatingiron supplementswithin six months of diagnosis would improve the prognosis.
However, iron supplementation may interact with some medications.
It’s important to speak with a healthcare provider before taking iron supplements.
Coconut Oil
Coconut oilis used worldwide for scalp and hair health.
Researchers point tobiotinas the primary nutrient in coconut oil that helps with scalp health and hair growth.
Biotin is vitamin B7, and ingesting it promotes hair and nail health.
Viviscal
Viviscalis asupplement that promotes hair growth.
A study evaluated whether these oral supplements promote hair growth.
They also noted improved hair volume, scalp coverage, and thickness.
Fish Oil
Another supplement to try for hair loss isfish oil.
A trial examined the effect of nutritional supplements, including fish oil, on hair loss.
It was found that when participants tookomega-3and omega-6 fatty acids and antioxidants, they acted efficiently against hair loss.
Onion Juice
The phytochemicals in onion juice have hair growthstimulating properties.
Rosemary Oil
Rosemary oil may help with hair regrowth.
One study compared rosemary oil and minoxidil.
Geranium Oil
Research looked at the effect of geranium oil extract in human cells and mice.
It found that it promoted hair growthin vivoby regulating growth and cellular response.
However, there is little evidence to support these claims.
Pumpkin Seed Oil
Pumpkin seed oiloffers promising potential in treating hair loss.
One study compared pumpkin seed oil to minoxidil.
Saw Palmetto
Saw palmettois another plant that holds promise forhair regrowth.
Green Tea
Green teahas many health benefits, including hair health.
This can help connect the dots in diagnosis or, when needed, indicate a referral to a dermatologist.
Some have more scientific backing than others.
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