Like skin, hair changes over time. This is particularly the case at certain times of life, such as during menopause. At this time, many women see their hair become sparse, thinner, more fragile and more brittle. Sometimes hormonal changes can also cause hair loss, also called androgenetic alopecia, as explained by Dr. Hadley King, an American dermatologist specializing in medical and cosmetic dermatology, in the columns of The Cut.
“Hair loss can be due to many reasons, but genetics and hormones are largely responsible for the most common cause of hair loss.“, she confides. And for good reason, hair bulbs are sensitive to hormones and therefore react to hormonal changes, such as the drop in estrogen and progesterone that occur during perimenopause and menopause, continues the expert.
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If you have thinning hair, Hadley King recommendsAdopt a suitable skincare routine. The professional explains that it is better to use a sulfate-free shampoo and glycerin-based products. She also recommends the regular use of conditioners, creams and oils, in order to hydrate, reduce the risk of damage and breakage. Nevertheless, avoid alcohol-based products and drying ingredients that risk damaging the hair fiber, such as silicones for example. Little tip, there are indeed volumizing shampoos and conditioners, which will give volume and lightness to the hair.
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As for drying, hair dryers risk attacking the hair by drying them with its intense heat. Instead, the expert dermatologist recommends letting her hair air-dry after every wash. Similarly, styling products like lotions and creams can weigh down thinning hair and damage it; be careful about their composition.
Finally, Hadley Kin slips a precious advice concerning the hairstyle to adopt. She recommends to favor the parting on the side when doing your hair, because it will give the impression of voluminous hair. Conversely, a parting in the middle gives the idea that the hair is flat. Also, colorings with highlights, such as balayages, give an impression of volume and fuller hair.
This adapted care routine must be associated with a healthy lifestyle to be effective. In an interview with Current wifeDr. Reyhan Amode, dermatologist and venerologist recommended in particular to adopt a healthy diet or to limit exposure to oxidative stress (stress, UV, tobacco, pollution…).
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