Understanding Hair Loss: Causes, Prevention, and Effective Solutions

Hair loss is a common concern affecting people of all genders, ages, and backgrounds. Whether it’s a gradual thinning or more significant shedding, we understand how it can have a huge impact on your confidence and self-esteem. While it’s natural to lose a certain amount of hair daily (typically around 50-100 strands), we know that seeing an excessive amount of hair fall can be worrying.
At UKLASH, we aim to be there for you through every age and every stage of life, helping you to address hair concerns holistically. So below, let us explore the causes of hair loss, give actionable prevention tips, and effective solutions to help you maintain healthier, fuller-looking hair.

Understanding the Causes of Hair Loss

Recent studies show that 85% of men and 50% of women will experience hair loss in their lifetime, which can happen for a variety of reasons. Getting to the root of the issue is crucial for choosing the right treatment and growing back long and healthy hair. Here are some of the most common factors:

1. Genetic Hair Loss

Hereditary conditions like male or female pattern baldness, which is also known as Androgenetic Alopecia, is one of the leading causes of hair loss. This occurs due to a particular sensitivity to a hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which can bind to hair follicle receptors and cause them to shrink over time, resulting in thinner, shorter and weaker hair that is prone to breakage and fallout.

2. Hormonal Fluctuations

Hormones play a significant role in hair growth and at certain times of life when hormones may be in flux, such as during pregnancy or menopause, this can cause significant hair thinning and shedding. If you’re navigating hair changes due to menopause and you’d like to learn more about the effects and how to combat them, head to our article How Hair, Lash and Eyebrow Loss And Menopause Are Linked. It offers expert insight into how hormonal shifts affect your hair and what you can do to address it.

3. Nutritional Factors

Hair requires specific vitamins and minerals, such as Biotin, Zinc, Iron, and Vitamins A, C, D, and E, to thrive. Deficiencies in these nutrients can weaken hair strands and slow down growth, leading to breakage and eventually hair loss.

4. Stress

Stress not only takes a toll on your mental health but can also affect your hair growth cycle and lead to hair loss. Telogen Effluvium is a condition where hair follicles enter The Telogen Phase, aka The Shedding Phase, of the hair growth cycle early, leading to increased hair shedding and fall out, and is often triggered by stress.

5. Hair Treatments

Frequent use of hot tools, chemical treatments, or tight hairstyles can damage your hair and cause it to break or fall out and in extreme cases can cause a condition known as Traction Alopecia which is a condition caused by the consistent pulling of hair from the root, which can result in to the development of bald patches.

6. Medical Conditions

Autoimmune diseases like Alopecia Areata, scalp infections, or other medical conditions can directly affect hair growth. If you’re experiencing hair loss and none of the reasons listed above feel applicable to you and you’re concerned about a medical condition, speak to a medical professional as they will be able to help you to get a diagnosis.

How to Prevent Hair Loss

The good news is that with the right care, you can slow down and even prevent hair loss. Here are some actionable tips that might help the process:

◎ Follow a Nutrient-Rich Diet

Incorporate foods that are high in essential nutrients that are known to improve hair health. Eating leafy greens, nuts, seeds, and fish that are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids can help to create a balanced environment at the scalp and strengthen your hair follicles.

◎ Reduce Heat and Chemical Damage

Avoid excessive use of heat-styling tools and harsh chemical treatments that can put additional pressure and stress on your hair follicles and scalp. Try to towel dry your hair where possible and opt for heatless hairstyles instead of reaching for your curling tongs or straighteners. If you occasionally do want to use hot tools, always make sure to apply your favourite heat protectant to shield your strands from damage.

◎ Practice Gentle Hair Care

Be mindful of how you handle your hair. Avoid pulling, tugging, or using overly tight hairstyles. Opt for a gentle shampoo and a nourishing conditioner, like those found in our Growth Shampoo and Conditioner Set, which are designed to fortify and strengthen your hair from root to tip.
If you’re looking to discover hairstyles that prevent breakage, head to our article 5 Hairstyles To Prevent Breakage & To Help Hair Growth.

◎ Keep Stress Levels Low

Learning techniques that can help to reduce stress such as yoga, meditation, or even a relaxing scalp massage have been known to improve hair health. Studies have shown that regular scalp massages can stimulate blood flow to the hair follicles, reduce stress levels and promote growth. To learn how to massage your scalp for hair growth head to our article How to Massage Your Scalp for Hair Growth: Your Ultimate 5-Step Guide

◎ Avoid Overwashing

While keeping your scalp clean is essential, overwashing can strip it of natural oils, leading to dryness and breakage.  If you’re wondering how often you should be washing your hair, head to our article How Many Times a Week Should You Wash Your Hair? A Complete Guide for All Hair Types for a detailed guide tailored to your hair type.

Effective Treatments for Hair Loss

Scalp Care
Making sure you have a healthy and well-balanced scalp helps to lay the groundwork for healthy hair growth. Look to using proactive products in your hair care routine, such as our clarifying Growth Shampoo, which can help to remove any product build-up and create the perfect environment for growth.

Hair Growth Serum
Targeted treatments like the UKLASH Hair Growth Serum, provide your scalp with powerful active ingredients such as AnaGain™(Pea Sprout Extract), Turmeric and Lemon Fruit Water, which help to soothe, rebalance and stimulate growth from the root, resulting in thicker, fuller and healthier-looking hair.

Hair Vitamins
If you’ve been diagnosed with a vitamin deficiency, it’s important to try and support your body wherever possible. As well as maintaining a balanced diet as mentioned previously, you could try to incorporate specially formulated Hair Vitamins into your everyday routine. Our Hair Vitamins are packed with Biotin, Vitamin C+E, and Folic Acid, combined with a string of antioxidants that are clinically proven to boost the elasticity and strength of your hair, skin and nails and prevent the effects of hair loss.

Professional Treatments
If hair loss is severe or persistent, it might be worth booking in a consultation with a Trichologist or Dermatologist for professional advice. Treatments may include:
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy - This is a treatment that involves drawing a small amount of your blood, separating the platelets, and then injecting the concentrated platelets into areas of the scalp affected by hair loss. Platelets are blood cells that contain growth factors and other proteins that play a role in tissue repair and regeneration. When injected into the scalp, the concentrated platelets release these growth factors, which are believed to stimulate hair follicles, promote hair growth, and improve scalp health.
- Microneedling - This is a technique that is performed using a Dermaroller to stimulate hair growth by pressing tiny microneedles into the scalp. This then triggers the body’s natural healing response, which helps to improve blood circulation, stimulate collagen production, and activate dormant hair follicles to help generate hair growth.
- Prescription Medications - Your Trichologist might suggest hair loss medications such as Finasteride, Minoxidil, Spironolactone or Dutasteride.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hair Loss

Q: How do I know if my hair loss is normal or not?
A: Losing 50-100 strands a day is normal. However, if you notice clumps of hair in your brush, thinning patches, or a receding hairline, it might be time to consider how to target your hair loss symptoms

Q: Can hair grow back after falling out?
A: It depends on the cause. Temporary hair loss, like Telogen Effluvium, often resolves on its own. For conditions like Androgenetic Alopecia, certain treatments may stop it in its tracks and, in some cases, promote regrowth.

Q: Do hair growth products really work?
A: Yes! When used consistently and as directed, products like our UKLASH Hair Growth Serum can improve hair density and strength.

Why Choose UKLASH for Your Hair Care Needs?

At UKLASH, we’re passionate about helping you to Never Stop Growing, whether that be through beauty, mindfulness or haircare. Our products are thoughtfully formulated with safe, effective ingredients to address hair thinning, breakage, and other concerns. Whether you’re dealing with hair loss or simply want to maintain long and healthy locks, our range has something for everyone.

Hair loss can feel overwhelming, which is why we’re here to help you through every age and every stage of life. By understanding the causes and embracing a tailored haircare routine, you can take control of your own hair health. Whether that be through making dietary changes, incorporating stress-relief practices, or using targeted products like those in our UKHAIR by UKLASH haircare range, it’s the little things that make a big difference.