How to Stop Hair Fall – 20 Best Tips and Home Remedies

Hair fall is one of the most common problems worldwide; affecting one-third of the population. Most people lose about 100 hairs a day out of the 120,000 – 150,000 hairs on their heads.
It is a natural phenomenon; so there’s is no need to worry over a few follicles falling off. Rapid hair fall can be caused by mineral deficiency, medications, stress, pollution, genetics childbirth, or illness and should always be discussed with your doctor. Putting on a cap, hat or helmet could also be another reason in men.

There are many things you can do to treat, prevent and improve the appearance of hair fall:

1. Regularly wash your hair with mild shampoo

Regular hair washing is a part of preventing hair fall by the way of keeping hair and scalp clean. By doing so, you are lowering the risk of infections and dandruff that may lead to hair breakage or loss. Moreover, clean hair gives the impression of more volume.

2. Avoid brushing wet hair

When hair is wet, it is in its weakest state. So avoid brushing wet hair because the chances of hair fall increase. But if you must comb wet hair, use a very wide-toothed comb. Also, avoid brushing hair too frequently as doing so can injure hair and increase fall. Use your fingers to undo tangles, not a comb or brush.

3. Vitamin for hair fall

Vitamins are not only healthy for overall well-being but also good for your hair. Vitamin A encourages healthy production of sebum in the scalp, vitamin E betters blood circulation in the scalp to help hair follicles remain productive and vitamin B helps hair maintain its healthy color.

4. Scalp massage with essential oils

Those who have been experiencing hair fall for quite some time must massage the scalp with essential oil for a couple of minutes. It helps your hair follicles remain active. You can add lavender in an almond or sesame oil.

5. Garlic juice, onion juice or ginger juice

Rub one of the juices on your scalp, leave it overnight and wash it out in the morning. Do it regularly for a week and you will see noticeable results.

6. Know what is bad for hair

If you want to keep your hair healthy, you must know how to take care of them. Avoid rubbing your hair dry with a towel. Rather, let hair dry naturally.

7. De-stress

Studies in the past have found medical evidence to link stress with hair loss. De-stress yourself; one of the ways of doing it is by practicing meditation. Alternative therapies such as meditation and yoga not only reduce stress but restores hormonal balance.

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8. Keep yourself hydrated

The hair shaft comprises one-quarter of water so drink at least four to eight cups of water in a day to stay hydrated and for the growth of healthy hair.

9. Rub green tea into your hair

Studies have shown that rubbing green tea into hair may help curb hair loss problems. All you need to do is brew two bags of green tea in one cup of water, leave to cool, and thereafter, apply it to your hair. Rinse your hair thoroughly after an hour. To see results, practice this regularly for a week to ten days.

10.Avoid Smoking

Smoking cigarettes reduces the amount of blood that flows to the scalp and this causes a reduction in hair growth.

11. Enrich diet with protein

Eating lean meats, fish, soy or other proteins promotes hair health and in turn, helps curb hair fall.

12. Reduce Alcoholic Beverages

If you are experiencing hair fall then lessen your alcohol intake because drinking alcohol reduces hair growth. So decrease or eliminate alcohol to see an increase in hair growth.

13. Physical activity

Make time for physical activity every day. Walk, swim or bike for 30 minutes a day helps balance hormonal levels, reducing stress levels besides reducing hair fall.

14. Keep your head sweat free

Men with oily hair, experience dandruff during summer due to sweating, and the chances of hair fall increase. Using shampoos that contain aloe vera and neem can keep the head cool and prevent dandruff.

Also, men who wear helmets experience major hair fall in summer. As the sweat accumulates in the pores and weakens hair roots causing hair loss in men. So wearing a scarf/ bandanna over your hair or a terry cloth headband can prevent hair loss.

15. Change how you style your hair (for men with long hair)

If you are losing your hair lately, you must loosen up your hair. Hairstyles such as ponytails, braids, and artificial hairstyles pull hair or tug hair follicles, and can eventually cause baldness.

16. Avoid Constant heating & drying

Don’t subject your hair to frequent, constant heating and drying procedures. Heat weakens hair proteins, and constant heating and drying can lead to weakness and fragility that causes hair loss.

17. Keep away from chemicals

Harsh chemicals and permanent hair color products could be damaging for hair health. When you are experiencing hair loss, it is advised not to color your hair.

18. Keep a watch on medication

Certain medications may have side effects, one of which could be hair loss. Consult a doctor to ask about conditions that you may have. Let him know if the medication is causing hair fall and if that is the case, ask him to change the medication.

19. Schedule appointments with doctors regularly

There are many health conditions, particularly skin-related conditions, that cause changes in hormonal balances which in turn lead to hair loss. Make sure you see a doctor regularly for your underlying illnesses and conditions.

20. Take care of your health

Health problems are harbingers of hair loss. Ensure you deal with chronic illnesses, high fevers, and infections properly to ensure healthy hair.

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Other ways to prevent hair fall

Biotin

Biotin, also known as vitamin H, is one of the B complex vitamins that helps our body convert food into energy. Studies suggest that including biotin-rich food in your diet or taking a biotin supplement may slow hair fall. If you are dealing with hair fall problems, then include biotin-rich foods like nuts, sweet potatoes, eggs, onions, and oats in your diet.

Bhringraj

Bhringraj, also known as False Daisy is a medicinal herb that has been used for a long time to prepare Ayurvedic medicines to prevent hair loss. As per studies carried out on lab mice, Bhringraj extract promotes hair regrowth.

Green tea

Green tea is not only beneficial when trying to shed kilos, but is also a herbal remedy for hair loss. Green tea contains polyphenolic compounds, which are considered quite beneficial to prevent hair fall.

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