Seasonal Hair Loss
What You Can Do About Seasonal Hair Loss
Seasonal hair loss refers to the ways in which hair is lost. Hair is often thicker in the summer to protect the head from the sun. The two times that you will most often experience hair loss are the end of July and beginning of August and the end of November and beginning of December.
Women experience higher levels of telogen during July, though the reasons for this are not known. Telogen is associated with the resting phase for the hair growth cycle, which is why women tend to lose more hair during this period.
Sun Exposure And Hair Loss
Exposure to the sun leads to the production of melatonin. This chemical not only changes the color of the skin, but also encourages hair growth. When this is produced in smaller quantities as you are exposed to less sun, you will begin to notice the hair loss more because the hair falling out is not replaced by new strands of hair.
Some Hair Loss Is Normal
The great news about seasonal hair loss is that the hairs that are shed are extra hairs that were grown for temporary reasons. If you are not experiencing hair loss that occurs in a pattern, such as seeing hair loss around your ears, you will not need to have your hair loss treated. However, if you are suffering from more severe hair loss, this may become more apparent during seasonal hair loss periods. Also, if you notice that the regrowth is very slow, this is also an indication of a problem.
Hair Loss Solutions
Fortunately, hair loss can be reduced through lifestyle changes and medications. For example, you may be able to reduce your hair loss by reducing the stress in your life. The best way to find out how you can reduce hair loss is to meet with a hair loss specialist.
You may need a medication that will increase blood flow to the scalp to facilitate more rapid hair growth to replace lost hair. There are also some drugs that can cause hairs to switch from their growth to resting phase more quickly. But seeing a hair loss specialist is recommended because each patient is different and will need their own customized treatment plan.
