Hair loss is a common problem that can have many causes, including stress, hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies and genetic factors. Here are some tips and advice on how to combat hair loss by looking after your hair and scalp.
### 1. **Adopt a balanced diet
- Proteins** : Hair is mainly made up of keratin, a protein. Make sure you include enough protein in your diet (lean meat, fish, eggs, legumes, nuts).
- Vitamins and minerals**: B vitamins (particularly B6, B12 and biotin), zinc, iron and vitamin D are essential for healthy hair. Eat foods rich in these nutrients, such as green leafy vegetables, fruit, whole grains, fish and dairy products.
- Omega-3 fatty acids**: Omega-3 fatty acids promote a healthy scalp. They are found in oily fish (salmon, mackerel, sardines), flaxseed and walnuts.
### 2. **Use the right hair care products**.
- Gentle, sulphate-free shampoos**: Avoid aggressive shampoos that can irritate the scalp. Opt for gentle shampoos, free from sulphates and parabens, to maintain the scalp's balance and prevent hair loss.
- Essential oils**: Certain essential oils such as rosemary, lavender, peppermint and bay laurel are known to stimulate blood circulation in the scalp and promote hair growth. Mix a few drops of essential oil with a vegetable oil (such as coconut or argan oil) and gently massage into the scalp.
- Anti-hair loss serums and lotions**: There are serums and lotions specially designed to combat hair loss, often enriched with active ingredients such as biotin, caffeine or peptides. Apply them to the scalp, following the manufacturer's instructions.
### 3. Scalp massage** **Stimulate blood circulation.
- Stimulate blood circulation** : Massaging the scalp with your fingers (or with a special massager) helps stimulate blood circulation, which can help oxygenate hair follicles and improve hair health.
- Oil massage**: Use oils such as olive, jojoba, castor or coconut oil, which nourish the scalp and strengthen hair roots.
### 4. Take care of your hair every day** **Avoid tight hairstyles.
- Avoid tight hairstyles**: Braids that are too tight, buns and ponytails can put stress on the roots and lead to hair loss. Opt for more relaxed styles.
- Limit the use of heat**: Straightening irons, hairdryers and heat appliances can damage hair. Try using them less often and at a lower temperature.
- Don't brush wet hair**: Wet hair is more fragile and can break easily. Use a wide-tooth comb to gently detangle your hair after washing.
### 5. **Avoid stress
- Stress is one of the main causes of hair loss. It can lead to a phenomenon called **telogen effluvium**, where a large amount of hair goes into a loss phase due to physical or emotional stress.
- Relaxation and well-being**: Managing stress through relaxation techniques such as meditation, yoga, deep breathing or even regular walks can help reduce hair loss.
### 6. **Food supplements
- Biotin**: This supplement can help strengthen hair and promote hair growth.
- Organic silicon**: Recognised for its benefits on skin, hair and nails.
- Zinc and iron supplements**: If you are deficient in these minerals, supplements can help improve hair health.
- Herbal supplements**: Certain plants such as fenugreek, horsetail and ginseng can stimulate hair growth and strengthen hair follicles.
### 7. **Consult a dermatologist or hair specialist**.
- If hair loss is severe, it may be necessary to consult a professional, such as a dermatologist, to identify the cause (hormonal, genetic, deficiency, pathological). Depending on the diagnosis, a suitable treatment may be prescribed, such as medication (e.g. minoxidil) or more advanced treatments (hair therapies, hair transplants).
### 8. **Professional treatments
- Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)**: This treatment consists of injecting concentrated blood platelets into the scalp to stimulate hair growth.
