Common Reasons for Hair Loss in Women

Hair loss in women is not uncommon: it happens due to various life changes and age, as well as genetics such as alopecia. But treating hair loss for women has been difficult, because of the stigma and cultural expectations attached to women and their hair. Hair loss is not as talked about amongst women than men, even though many women experience hair loss and thinning in America. Here are the common reasons why women lose their hair, and how to stop it.

1. Nutritional deficiency: A lack of vitamin D, zine, copper, iron, and other nutrients can result in hair loss for women. For those who just recently changed their diet (especially to a vegetarian one), or have not been eating well, you could be seeing hair loss or thinning as a result of a lack of nutrients. Eating more protein-rich foods (such as red meat or fish), vegetables containing these vitamins, or adding a supplement can help stop the thinning.

2. Hormone imbalance: A hormone imbalance can be caused by many things: from pregnancy and birth control pills to thyroid issues, the imbalance of DHT and estrogen can lead to the gradual loss of hair. First, it's important to see a doctor to determine whether or not a certain medication or condition is causing your hair loss--usually, if it is a hormone imbalance, stopping the medication will help your scalp grow hair once lost.

3. Genetics: About 30 million women experience hereditary hair loss, a loss that is usually cured with minoxidil-based products, surgery, or laser treatment. Because there is no other way to treat this type of hair loss, women who experience this issue might feel uncomfortable with their options. But products like Xandrox's 2% Minoxidil can help women who know that their hair loss is inevitable by stunting the hormones that cause hair loss, and growing new hair over time. Because it is safe and non-intrusive, Xandrox can be the best solution for women's hair loss.

To learn more about how Xandrox can help solve your hair loss problems, contact us.