Introduction
It’s true that the fall season is one of the best times to take a vacation. You can enjoy all of the wonderful colors, smells and tastes without being too hot or humid outside. It’s also a great time for your hair because it changes color with the seasons. However, if you have experienced hair loss in autumn, then you might be wondering what causes this phenomenon—and how it can be prevented?
What is Autumn hair loss?
Hair loss is a common problem, affecting many people throughout the world. It can be caused by many factors, including stress, diet, and genetics. However, the most common form of hair loss is often referred to as autumnal hair loss or seasonal hair loss.
Hair loss can be caused by an imbalance in your hormones (such as testosterone), which will cause a decline in functionality throughout your body including your scalp and follicles. The decrease in the production of oil also causes this imbalance; therefore if you increase oil production through massage therapy or natural oils such as Castor Oil then this will fix the issue at its root cause rather than simply masking it with cosmetics.
What are the causes of hair loss in autumn?
So what are the causes of hair loss in autumn? As you may have guessed, it’s the same as winter! In autumn, there is also a change in the weather. The summer is gone and we start to get colder and want to wear more clothes – this leads to less sun exposure for your scalp and thus less vitamin D production. This can lead to thinning hair or even baldness if not taken care of early enough.
How to fight Autumn hair loss?
- Eat a balanced diet. You can have all the right vitamins and minerals in your body, but if you don’t eat enough food, these will help little or not at all.
- Drink plenty of water. It’s good for your hair, skin, and nails and can be especially beneficial during the colder months when the air is dryer (and therefore less moisturizing).
- Avoid stress as much as possible. Stress causes premature ageing of the body including our hair so try to relax as much as possible by going for walks in nature or listening to soothing music for example; it helps!
- Take care of your scalp: massage it gently every day with coconut oil or olive oil (this will also encourage blood circulation), use a shampoo and conditioner that is suited to your hair type – cleanse gently using lukewarm water only once per week at most – rinse well after use but avoid getting the roots wet too often especially in wintertime because they’re already weak enough due to lacklustre circulation due alternatively high levels of sebum production which can result from cold weather conditions.”
How can you prevent hair loss in autumn?
Below is a list of the most important things to do in order to prevent autumn hair loss:
- Use a good shampoo and conditioner. Make sure these are specially designed for thinning hair, as this type of product will help keep your scalp healthy and moisturized. It’s also recommended that you use a deep conditioning treatment at least once a week, as this can help restore moisture to damaged strands.
- Use a good hair mask once or twice per week, especially if you have dry or frizzy locks which are prone to breakage during colder months. These masks can come in different forms (oil/balm), but all contain ingredients such as coconut oil or argan oil which will nourish your scalp while also providing protection against UV rays if used after washing your hair outside
Do you have to change anything in your diet?
A good diet is the most basic thing you can do in order to keep your hair healthy. When it comes to nutrition, make sure you get enough protein and iron. Iron is needed for the production of red blood cells that carry oxygen around the body. Without enough iron, you’ll feel tired and lethargic which will lead to hair loss.
Zinc helps keep your immune system strong. So if your immune system isn’t working well then this could cause changes in the hair follicles. That can lead to shedding or breakage. You should also ensure that you’re getting enough vitamin B12 and vitamin C as these are both essential nutrients for fighting off colds which can result in loss of growth during times when our immune systems are low due to illness.”
Should you avoid washing your hair too often?
You can avoid hair loss by not washing your hair too often.
- Wash your hair only when necessary.
- Use a gentle shampoo and conditioner.
- Shampoo at night and let it dry overnight so that the natural oils in your scalp will be absorbed by the follicles as they are washed out of your hair.
Care for your scalp
Scalp care is an integral part of hair care, but it’s not always on the top of your mind. If you’re already struggling with hair loss, however, it’s time to start paying attention to what’s happening up there.
First and foremost: massaging your scalp has been proven to stimulate blood flow and help hair grow faster and stronger. This can be done by gently rubbing your fingertips in small circles along the length of your scalp. Try doing this twice a day for at least five minutes each time. This will also smooth away any flakes that have accumulated on your head (more on those later).
Next up is shampooing regularly with a shampoo that contains zinc pyrithione—a natural antifungal agent often found in dandruff shampoos—or ketoconazole, another type that can work against fungus growths as well as seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff). An over-the-counter option is Nizoral A-D Shampoo ($15) which may help you fight off any fungal infections without resorting to prescription medication side effects like dryness or itching.* *If you prefer natural remedies over chemical ones then tea tree oil based products such as Pureology Strength Control Shampoo ($20) could be right up your alley!* *
Should you use a special shampoo or conditioner during the autumn season?
You may have heard that summer is the best time to wash your hair. But in autumn it’s actually better to keep that moisture in. That’s because you want to protect your locks from being stripped away and ending up with an itchy head. If you don’t already know what type of shampoo or conditioner works best for you. Try them out before heading into the autumn season.
Then, once a week use a deep conditioning mask or treatment on damp hair. Let the product sit for 15 minutes before rinsing thoroughly and drying as normal (don’t leave on longer than instructed).
If you want even more protection against dryness—or if there’s some frizziness happening—use an oil treatment once every week or two during this season too!
Can a vitamin deficiency cause hair loss in autumn?
Yes. A vitamin deficiency is the most common cause of hair loss in autumn. If you find that your hair has been thinning, consider what you’ve been eating lately and see if any foods have been missing from your diet.
Vitamin B12 is found in red meat, fish and eggs; vitamin C is found in citrus fruits, broccoli and peppers; iron can be found in shellfish like clams or oysters as well as other lean meats like chicken or turkey.
Hair loss is not just a wintertime problem. You also have to pay attention to it during the fall months.
Autumn is a time when:
- the body’s metabolism slows down
- the immune system is weakened
- blood circulation is slowed down
- and the hair growth cycle slows down.
All these points make hair loss quite common in autumn.
You might ask yourself whether there are any other factors that can contribute to hair loss during this season? The answer is yes: stress and an unhealthy diet play an important role as well!
Conclusion
If you are experiencing hair loss in autumn, it’s important to understand what causes it. And how to prevent this from happening. It is not just a wintertime problem – the fall season is also a time when you should take care of your hair. You should also be aware of any possible vitamin deficiencies that could cause seasonal hair loss. Because they can be addressed with dietary changes or supplements.