General Hints to Avoid Hair Loss

DO NOT

• • indulge in crash dieting for weight loss

  • use a hair dryer especially in hot mode

  • comb wet hair soon after a bath

  • use very hot water for the scalp

  • use tight braiding or rollers and curlers

  • use every advertised hair care product

  • share combs and brushes in case someone else may have skin disease.

  • over-use shampoos or shikakai

  • use harsh chemical hair dyes, mousse or gel

  • leave hair oil applied on hair for days or massage vigorously with oil

Causes and check list

1. Stress – domestic, work related, studies/exams/others including commuting

2. Hormonal: menses / Thyroid / Others

3. Shampoo / Oil / Dye / Others

4. Water source / Swimming / Bath / Combing

5. Recent illness / Medical problems / Anaemia

6. Medication / Drugs

7. Itching / Dandruff

8. Diet / Food habits

9. Pregnancy / Child – birth / Surgery

10. Lifestyle / Lack of Sleep

Reference

http://abrahamsclinic.com/2013/03/20/general-hints-to-avoid-hair-loss/