Hair loss is a disappointing experience for many because of its effect on ones esteem. There are a myriad of factors that can cause this problem that include: environmental, hereditary, diet, pregnancy, hormonal changes due to age and effects of cancer treatment.There are several methods to reduce hair loss depending on the cause which should first be identified so that the correct remedy can be sought. These remedies can be divided into the following:SurgeryThere are two types of techniques that this approach covers. These are:Scalp reduction this involves the removal of the bald parts of skin which is replaced with scalp that is covered with hair. It can also involve the use of skin bearing skin can also be folded on the bald skin area which reduces scalp. This is called flapping.Hair transplants this technique involves the removal of small sections at the back of the scalp which have several hair strands. These are than implanted on the sections of bald skin. This method is ideal for hair loss which results from hereditary hair loss because it can be repeated several times as the hair loss progresses.Herbal remediesLettuce a mixture of lettuce and spinach juice taken daily is helpful in the prevention of hair loss.Coconut milk this is applied on the scalp and massaged over it to facilitate hair growth and nourishment.Onion patches of baldness can be reduced by rubbing onions on them twice daily and rubbed with honey later on.Alma oil this is mixed with coconut oil. It is known to be a good hair growth tonic.Potatoes and rosemary these two are boiled and then the liquid strained and used as a hair rinse.Green tea contains antioxidants which prevent the loss of hair and facilitate the re-growth of previously lost hair.Supplementsvitamin B aid in the production of melanin which provide the hair with its natural color.Vitamin A- An anti oxidant which helps in the production of sebum in the scalp.Vitamin E- it assists in improving blood circulation in the scalp which keeps the hair follicles active.Iron is helpful if the hair loss is caused by anemia.Zinc and biotin people with metabolism disorders that lack these two minerals are known to have bristle hair.Stress ManagementTalking to a professional is helpful in combating stress which leads to hair loss. One can also seek the counsel of friends or close family members.Practicing the art of meditation is one of the successful ways of reducing stressful situations in one's life.Substituting the stressful situation with an activity keeps the mind occupied and makes the experience easily forgotten.Home based techniquesIdentification of when the problem started is helpful so that the trigger of hair loss can be identified after which it can be avoided.The use of one shower gel or shampoo is encouraged so as to limit the amount of chemical products that come into contact with hair.Hair that is kept clean at all times reduces the amount of harmful substances that could cause damage to it. The washing should be done using warm water or water with normal temperature because too much heat in the water can damage it.
