Causes Of Women’s Thinning Hair

by Ronald Carter on 23/11/2009

Thinning hair and hair loss can be very emotionally draining and stressful for women. It can even have a detrimental impact on their self esteem.

There are lots of different things that can be the cause of thinning hair and hair loss in women. A diet that is not balanced and lacks the right amount of protein, stress, and a negative reaction to.

For most women a hormone called Dht (dihydrotestosterone) is the main cause of thinning hair. Dht is a hormone produced by testosterone and it attacks the hair follicle and causes it to shrink.

Usually women have enough estrogen in their bodies to counter the damaging effects of Dht to the hair. With age however estrogen levels can fall. This makes Dht in effect more able to damage hair follicles.

Only two medical treatments have been acknowledged by the FDA as being effective in combating thinning hair and hair loss. These are Minoxidil and Finasteride respectively.

Finasteride is only allowed to be used by men. Minoxidil can be used by both men and women. Minoxidil comes in liquid of foam form and is applied to the scalp twice per day. It has to be used continually or any benefits will be lost.

Minoxidil is most effective in slowing the rate of thinning and hair loss in women. In trials it has proven the halt or slow down further thinning in around 30% of cases.

Cosmetic hair thickening products are an option for those that wish thicken their hair cosmetically.
These products work in much the same way that mascara thickens eye lashes. The use some kind of thickening agent to add volume and body to existing hair. Again it is important that one knows the exact ingredients used in these products before use.

Hair systems and wigs are also another option for those wishing to have the appearance of thicker hair.
At the very top end they are virtually undetectable and allow you to lead your life as you would with a normal head of hair, ie being able to do recreational activities such as hiking, swimming, running etc…

Finally one might consider hairpieces as an option to give the appearance of thicker hair. The best wigs are virtually undetectable and will match your own hair seamlessly. The best wigs and hair pieces will also allow you to do any activities you could with a naturally growing head of hair such as running and other forms of exercise.
Any initial and ongoing costs of purchasing the hair piece should be considered before a purchase is made.

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categories: hair loss, health and beauty, mens health

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