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Hair Loss Causes: Fact or Fiction?

Think you know what really causes hair loss and hair damage? Take this hair loss quiz and find out if you know as much as you think you do!

Fact or Fiction: Dandruff can contribute to hair loss
Fact!
Dandruff is caused by a
type of fungus called Malazzesi Globosa. This yeast-like fungus lives on the scalps of most healthy adults without causing problems. However, sometimes it grows out of control, leading to an increase in the amount of dead skin cells and an itching sensation on the scalp. Continuous scratching by the fingernails can damage and even remove the cuticular scale, a protective covering on individual hairs. This loss leaves the hair shaft weakened and permanently damaged, making it susceptible to breakage and hair loss.

Fact or Fiction: Prescription shampoos for scalp diseases cause hair damage.
Fiction!
The two most common scalp diseases are dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. People often view products that treat these conditions as harsh and medicinal. Some hair loss sufferers think they have to choose to live with the scalp problems rather than use with what they fear are harmful chemicals. However, technological advances now allow prescription shampoos to have
the necessary medication to treat dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis while also containing the same mild cleansers found in cosmetic shampoos. When used properly, prescription shampoos can effectively help keep your hair healthy.

Fact or Fiction: Blow-drying hair with heat can worsen hair loss
Fact!
Blow drying hair is a common morning ritual for many people. While it is a quick, convenient way to dry and style hair, blow drying damages hair as the high heat from a blow dryer can actually boil the water in the hair shaft leaving it brittle. In addition, vigorous towel rubbing or combing of wet hair also can cause hair loss, since wet hair is more elastic and more vulnerable to breakage than dry hair.
In order to minimize hair shaft damage hair should be allowed to at least partially air dry before styling and combing.

Fact or Fiction: Stress is one of the most common causes of Hair Loss:
Fiction!
In some cases, under extreme stress, hair loss can indeed occur, but stress is not a common cause of hair loss. The most common cause of hair loss is genetic.

Fact or Fiction: Improper hair care can lead to hair loss
Fact!
If you wear pigtails or cornrows or use tight hair rollers, the pull on your hair can cause a type of hair loss called traction alopecia. If the pulling is stopped before scarring of the scalp develops, your hair will grow back normally. However, scarring can cause permanent hair loss. Hot oil hair treatments or chemicals used in perms may cause swelling of the hair follicle, which can also result in scarring and hair loss.

Fact or Fiction: Laser therapy can help hair loss
Fact!
Clinical studies have shown that FDA approved hand held laser combs can contribute to hair re-growth and hair loss prevention.

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Wallace Green is a hair loss and hair replacement expert. He enjoys sharing his knowledge with men and women who experiencing hair loss. For more information on hair loss and hair replacement please visit www.whitecliffsgroup.co.uk

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