When your hair starts to thin, you may notice an excessive amount of hair on your brush or in the drain of your shower. Although the average person sheds between 50 and 100 hairs a day, excessive amounts of hair loss can give the hair a thinned out and balding look. One of the causes of hair loss occurs when the hair breaks. Strengthening and protecting the hair can prevent thinning hair.
Types
Dry and brittle hair is more prone to hair breakage. If you have this condition, you should use a conditioner on a daily basis and a deep conditioning treatment on a weekly basis. Protein rich conditioners can be purchased at hair salons or pharmacies. Some brand examples include Maxius Maxesse Tri-Protein Conditioner and Frederic Fekkai Protein Rx Conditioner.
Effects
Heat exposure can cause the hair to break and lead to hair loss. If you have a tendency to use heat based styling products, you should limit use. Avoid hair dryers, straighteners, hot rollers, and curling irons. You should instead allow the hair to air dry after bathing. Once the hair is completely dry, you can brush and style it. Wet hair is more prone to breakage.
Considerations
Regular use of chemical treatments can cause the hair to break and fall out. This includes perms, chemical relaxers and coloring. If you do decide to use these treatments, wait at least two months between applications.
Prevention/Solution
Nutritional deficiencies can lead to thinning hair and hair breakage. A person should have plenty of iron and protein in her diet. Other nutrients that can help prevent hair breakage are vitamin C, silica and vitamin E. Food sources for healthy hair nutrients include green leafy vegetables, beans, skinless chicken, turkey breast, low fat milk, citrus fruits, whole grain cereals, and fish. You can also take an over-the-counter hair health supplement like Vitamin Shoppe Skin-Hair-Nails.
Warning
Excessive pulling and twisting at the hair can cause the hair shafts to break. Avoid touching your hair frequently and leave the hair down. Tight and restricting hairstyles can damage the hair. Steer clear of placing your hair in ponytails, buns and braids.
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