Maybe you've heard that if you wash a lot your hair falls out more. Here I will refer to four myths and four truths about it.
Frequent washing of hair with shampoo worsens the fall. FALSE. Alopecia is produced by the action of androgens at the level of the hair root. Washing your hair daily with shampoo has no effect, since the shampoo does not act on the hair root. The problem in any case would reside in the quality of the shampoo: it must be soft and for daily use.
Excess fat can stimulate hair loss. TRUE. Maintaining proper capillary hygiene is essential to ensure your health. And is that the oily hair is a real problem for those who suffer it: prevents the normal development of the follicles and can end up weakening them. This excess fat, which generates scalp scaling, is not a direct cause of baldness but can aggravate it.
Stress is your hair's worst enemy. " TRUE. Although everyone is concerned about seeing hair on the pillow or in the shower drain, hair loss is part of a natural regeneration process. Although there may be genetic causes, a large number of cases are due to a stress situation of any kind: work, personal (divorce, financial concerns, sudden loss ...) or physical (hard training, fatigue, etc.).
My father is bald, so I will be bald too. TRUE (ONLY IF YOU WANT). If your father or grandfather has baldness, you have a high probability of suffering androgenetic alopecia, that is, the one that is written in your genes. But that does not mean that you should resign: there are products that slow the hereditary fall and reactivate growth.
Horse shampoo prevents hair loss. FALSE. No shampoo penetrates to the hair root, so they do not influence the course of alopecia.
The excess of sun favors baldness. FALSE. The extremes are never good, but those related to the sun take the cake. Expose the scalp to solar radiation can become a risk sport: 90% of skin cancers are closely related to exposure to ultraviolet (UV). These are divided into three categories: UVA, UVB and UVC, the former being the most common. However, its pernicious effects do not affect the health of the follicle.
A balanced diet contributes to the prevention of hair loss. TRUE. Thus, a good diet rich in vegetables, fruits, meats and fish will provide vitamins, especially group B, vitamin A, proteins and minerals that will contribute to the hair being stronger and healthier. The following distribution of macronutrients in the diet is suggested: 48% of carbohydrates, 35% of lipids 35% and 17% of proteins; analyzing each case of course.
Cutting hair often strengthens hair. FALSE. This is an urban legend built on a certainty: when you cut your hair it is normal to perceive it thicker because the capillary stem is usually wider the newer it is. In summary, the filaments are stronger at the root than at the tips. Maybe that's why you've ever heard about this widespread myth. Put another way: Have you noticed that the nails grow stronger when you cut them? Well, that.
The use of hair gums, lacquers and dyes makes androgenic alopecia worse. FALSE. These products can modify the aesthetic appearance of the hair, but neither do they act on the hair root, which is where alopecia begins.
The consumption of tobacco and alcohol damages our hair. TRUE. Experts say that the majority of human beings have approximately 105,000 hairs on their heads-blond ones can have 140,000-of which, each month, we lose about 3,000. It is a natural loss that should not concern us at all, but if our diet is not the most appropriate or we have unhealthy habits these figures can multiply alarmingly. Hair loss due to nutritional deficiencies can be a sign that we are not doing something right. In any case, it is a temporary and reversible loss until we correct the diet. To this we must add the effects of alcohol and snuff, which in any case are positive because they weaken our body and detract from the hair.
Abusing of some foods harms the hair. TRUE. Low levels of vitamins and iron can lead to hair loss. Taking excess sugar minimizes the body's levels of vitamin E, can lead to a lack of vitamin B and promotes the reduction of hair elasticity, since it prevents proteins from being absorbed and reach the hair follicle. It also discourages excess salt and excessive intake of soft drinks, as well as fatty foods such as cheeses, sausages, fried, as they can raise the level of uric acid that accumulates in the blood.
Helmets, caps and the hats drown the follicle. FALSE. Do not listen to this belief. The hair follicles take oxygen from the bloodstream, not from the air. So the myth that helmets, caps and hats can drown our scalp is, it's worth the fun, completely crazy. If this were true, all the police in the world would be bald.
There is no effective treatment for alopecia except surgery. FALSE. Depending on the type of alopecia, effective medical treatment can be prescribed, improving circulation around the hair follicle, enhancing nutrition and oxygenation. In this way it slows hair loss, stimulates hair growth and increases the time hair remains in the growth phase before falling. *
The use of waxes, dyes, dryers and irons causes the hair to fall out. FALSE. Neither the waxes nor the dyes of the 21st century have any effect on the disappearance of the hair follicles. Neither the dryers nor the ironing tongs. The only thing that could happen if you abuse all this is that you end up burning or drying your hair, something that would ultimately make you lose shine or feel life. In that case, simply cut it off and you will see that what is born will do it in perfect conditions. Therefore, if you mistreat your hair a lot, you will not lose it. But do not forget to moisturize and pamper it with more attention.
Brushing the hair carefully and avoid straining hairstyles does not influence hair loss. TRUE. Keep in mind that the hair root is half a centimeter deep below the foot. The hair that we managed to pull off easily was already in the renovation phase or half loose. When brushing, it is advised not to do it excessively, because of the risk of damaging the hair, not because it can fall more or less. If you have knots or big tangles, start brushing at the bottom, so as not to add excessive pressure on the hair shaft. Do not brush the hair when it is wet, which is when it is most vulnerable to damage.
Warm water weakens the hair. FALSE. Neither hot water nor cold water nor warm water affect the health of your hair at all. With the right shampoo and care that we have indicated, feel free to wash your hair as best you can. There is no scientific evidence that places hot water as a proven cause of baldness. You continue with your routines and do not let anyone confuse you.
* Minoxidil: used to stimulate hair growth and slow the progression of baldness, is more effective in the treatment of people under forty, whose Alopecia symptoms begin to come out. It is topical application, you should not exceed apply twenty-five drops, distributed over the areas of the scalp equally, its use is recommended twice a day.The use of it has side effects such as weight gain, swelling of the face, ankles , abdomen, chest pain and dizziness. There are some hormonal treatments such as antiandrogens, which under strict medical and gynecological control can be taken combined with estrogen, its function is to stop the peripheral action of testosterone at the level of the hair follicles. You can consume food supplements that contain the vitamins, minerals and amino acids necessary for the proper development of the body. If the case is presented that androgenic alopecia is irreversible, the solution would be the hair transplant. It consists of a surgical procedure where the patient's own hair is extracted, the donor part is the posterior area of the head and the implants are performed in unpopulated areas. The beauty of this treatment is that the transplanted hair does not fall and grow normally.
It is important to mention that androgenic alopecia can cause serious psychological problems in women, such as low self-esteem, states of anguish and depression. The woman who presents an excessive fall of the scalp does not feel sure of herself, feels less feminine and affects her in such a way that she stops going out on the street. It is advisable to visit a specialist for help.
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