Here’s What You Should Do
HOW STRESS AFFECTS YOUR HAIR
People talk about stress causing breakouts and affecting the skin, but increased amounts of stress can also take a toll on your hair. Stress can affect your hair by pushing follicles into a resting phase. When the follicles enter a state of rest, this leads to increased shedding, or a condition known as telogen effluvium. Common signs of telogen effluvium include:
- Increased shedding
- Thinning of hair along the scalp
- Dry hair that falls out easily
If you notice increased amounts of hair on your hair brush, shower drain, or pillows, you may be experiencing stress-induced hair loss.
SOLUTIONS
It is easy to spiral and worry, but there is no need to be alarmed. This condition is temporary and treatable.
Manage Stress
Addressing the root cause of your hair loss will solve the problem. When it comes to stress-induced hair loss, it is imperative to identify the cause of stress and plan out a solution. This may look like: seeing a therapist, practicing relaxation techniques such as yoga and medication, and prioritizing sleep.
Healthy Diet
The foods we eat can also play a role, which makes our diets very important. Eating a balanced diet that includes protein and iron will help curb hair loss. If you want an extra boost in nutrients, supplements are an excellent option. Many patients opt for Nutrafol, a wellness supplement that improves hair growth, thickness, and scalp coverage. Another benefit of this supplement is it also reduces feelings of stress.
In-Office Solutions
While hair loss due to stress is temporary, many patients use in-office treatments to treat patchy spots in the hairline and stimulate hair growth. We offer a few different hair-growth treatments, including PRP and exosomes.
PRP, or platelet rich plasma therapy, refers to a technique in which a small amount of a patient’s blood is taken, spun, then injected into the scalp to stimulate hair growth. A local anesthetic is administered to the scalp for comfort, and the final step in this hair restoration process is performing microneedling on the scalp, which triggers the PRP and allows it to seep deep into the skin.
Exosomes therapy is a minimally invasive treatment that involves carefully injecting exosomes into your scalp. Our practice uses a local anesthetic to make the process more comfortable.
All in all, stress-related hair loss is not forever and should not be an added stressor to your life. Discover effective techniques to manage stress, maintain a healthy diet, and opt for in-office treatments to say goodbye to stress-induced hair loss.