Homeopathy For Ageing Hair Loss

Aging can cause many changes to the entire body. No matter how much you keep yourself maintained and healthy, eventually, everything will wither away with your age. Your hair is one part of the body that is not spared by the aging process. Although the amount of hair loss due to aging is largely determined by genetics, nearly all people will experience some hair loss due to aging. With the natural aging process, the hair begins to thin and fall out. Normally, hair falling out would be replaced with new hair growth, however as we age this happens less and less. Regardless of age, it is normal to lose about 100 hair strands per day. It is okay to lose some strands but if you are losing more than 100, then you might face some issues which need to be addressed to the doctor on an immediate basis. Thinning hair is a natural sign of aging and does not indicate an underlying problem unless the hair loss is severe. Hormonal changes can affect hair growth patterns; therefore, it is fairly common for menopausal women to experience both hair thinning and hair loss. Hair on the head and body may thin out, but the decrease in estrogen can cause more noticeable hair on upper lips or chins. Hair follicles also decrease in size with age so they produce finer hair, leading to an appearance of varying degrees of baldness, especially in men.

While some women experience sporadic or minor hair loss, millions have female pattern hair loss (FPHL). FPHL is the most common cause of female hair loss and typically starts when a woman is in her 40s, 50s, or 60s. It is progressive, so without any treatment, hair loss continues. Sometimes it affects only the temples, but the hair loss may spread to other parts of the scalp.

Hair grows from the follicle, or root, underneath the skin. The hair is ‘fed’ by blood vessels at the base of the follicle, which give it the nourishment it needs to grow. Between starting to grow and falling out years later, each hair passes through four stages: anagen, catagen, telogen and exogen. Every hair is at a different stage of the growth cycle.

Over time, the length of the anagen stage decreases. Therefore, the hair may become weaker and thinner after each cycle. That’s why it’s important to ensure your diet is rich in specific nutrients to maintain normal, healthy hair growth.

The Hair Growth Cycle:

• Anagen (Growing Phase)

The growing phase lasts two to seven years and determines the length of our hair.

• Catagen (Transition Phase)

This is the transitional stage that lasts about ten days. The hair follicle shrinks and detaches from the dermal papilla.

• Telogen (Resting Phase)

This is the resting phase which lasts around three months. Around 10-15 percent of hairs are in this phase. Whilst the old hair is resting, a new hair begins the growth phase.

• Exogen (New Hair Phase)

This is part of the resting phase where the old hair sheds and new hair continues to grow. Approximately 50 to 150 hairs can fall out daily, this is considered to be normal hair shedding. If hairs enter the resting phase too early, excess shedding and noticeable thinning of the hair can occur.

Changes in Hair Texture and strength

You will notice that ageing hair loss will also lead to a change in hair texture and strength. Cells that comprise the hair’s protective outer cuticle become increasingly fragile. A decrease in keratin protein levels and fatty acids leaves hair weaker, duller, and less elastic. This causes hair to break when pulled or stressed. Gray hair may seem coarser because oil glands produce less sebum as you age, resulting in drier and rougher textured hair. Aging hair simply cannot withstand the same kind of styling as it did when you were younger. Keeping your body hydrated is a good way to combat scalp and hair dryness. There is hair fall treatments available for ageing hair loss, but one needs to first research for the best and then consult the doctor accordingly.

Anti-aging hair tips and solutions

Medical Help: Minoxidil is available in brand and generic forms in liquid or foam. It has long been used to treat male pattern hair loss. Products containing either 2% or 5% minoxidil are also FDA approved for the treatment of FPHL.

• Condition: Regular deep-conditioning treatments are essential to add shine and help smooth the hair cuticles. Argan oil is especially hydrating and is found in a number of hair products.
• Air Dry: Skip blow-drying whenever possible, allowing hair to dry naturally.
• Vitamins: A biotin supplement of 3,000 mg/day is particularly helpful if you have a deficiency.
• Conceal: If you’re having a bad hair day, you can always wear your favorite hat, headscarf, or perhaps a flattering wig.
• Reduce Stress: Elevated levels of stress hormones can cause added hair loss on top of the natural occurrence of hair loss as we age. Lower your stress level by participating in stress-reducing activities like meditation or breathing exercises. Making sure to get a good night’s rest when possible is a great idea as well.
• Exercise: Participating in exercise can increase circulation and help your scalp “act” younger by stimulating hair follicles to encourage growth. Aging can make bones brittle and muscles deteriorate, but keeping up with an exercise routine, even if it’s light exercise, can help keep your entire body healthy as you age. Gentle exercise routines like yoga or walking are good choices.
• Use Heated Styling Tools Sparingly: Use heated styling tools like flat irons and curling irons less often. When you do need to use them, make sure that they are set on the lowest heat setting and reduce contact times with the hair to avoid damaging fragile fibers. Grey hair tends to be more brittle and drier than hair with all its natural pigment and heat styling damage can make it wiry and coarse.
• Eating Healthy: Eating a well-balanced diet with plenty of protein will help to give your body the energy it needs to produce healthy hair cells and encourage growth. A diet with a healthy amount of Omega-3 Fatty Acids, vitamins A, E and C, and calcium can also help to keep actively growing hair healthy.

Your doctor might suggest these tips and solutions along with the hair fall treatment plan. There is various hair fall treatment plan and hair fall solutions that you will get but one of the best plans is to go for the homeopathy treatment for hair fall.

Can hair loss be stopped naturally?

It is impossible to think that one can stop hair loss naturally but with a particular hair fall treatment. Studies show that the risks of hair loss could be reduced through natural means. We all know diet is important to our overall health, for instance, what you may not know is that studies have shown diets with a high amount of raw vegetables and fresh herbs can help reduce the risks of male as well as female pattern baldness. Additionally, protein and Vitamin A can also help. Yoga can help reduce the risks of stress-related hair loss. Massaging your scalp will help keep your scalp healthy and increase blood flow to the area. Some oils, particularly coconut oil and olive oil, will help protect your hair and decrease breakage. And, of course, regular washing with a mild shampoo will help to keep your hair healthy and strong as well.

Many essential oils have been shown to promote hair health and regrowth including lemon oil, geranium oil, and rosemary oil. Essential oils are not meant to be applied directly onto the scalp. You’ll be mixing essential oils in shampoo, conditioner, or diluting with water to receive the desired effects. Follow all the instructions closely on any natural supplements you plan on using to help reduce hair loss or regrow hair and make sure you are not allergic to any of the supplements to avoid adverse topical reactions. There are also multiple natural supplements that are available in the market that helps to promote hair regrowth. Fish oil supplements, specifically for omega-3 fatty acids, have been known to help increase hair density due to the richness in the kinds of oils, antioxidants, and proteins in them. Aloe vera not only promotes scalp health, but it can unclog hair follicles otherwise blocked from excess oil to help promote hair regrowth. Ginseng supplements are also said to help promote hair follicle stimulation.

Homeopathy treatment for hair fall

Homeopathy for hair fall treatment is the safest and effective treatment that is mostly considered by people. Dr Batras homeopathy clinic looks to treat the cause of the disease rather than just the symptoms. Homeopathic medicines are safe and natural, which means they are not having any side effects as they are made from natural substances such as plants, minerals and animals. Homeopathy doctors at Dr Batras prescribe homeopathic medicines that are individualized, selected based on the individual case history of the patient, by taking into consideration the cause like hormonal imbalance, nutritional factor, emotional stress, the nature of the patient, and other factors which may be acting as a maintaining cause in the hair loss.

Some of the common homeopathic remedies for ageing hair loss are as follows –

Silicea: It is very commonly used and is processed from sandstones and human tissues. It strengthens the hair and reduces dryness by giving essential nourishment to the hair follicles. It is a very good growth enhancer.

Kalium Carbonicum: It is made from compounds which the Egyptians used in glass preparation and is another effective homeopathic medicine. It stops the thinning of hair and reduces its brittleness as well. This in turn increases hair growth.

Lycopodium: Premature baldness shows a dramatically marked response to the use of this miracle homeopathic drug. Women suffering from post-partum hair loss also benefit a lot from using Lycopodium. It is formed from the distillation of evergreen plant spores, such as club moss.

Natrum Muriaticum: Table salt (sodium chloride) is used to prepare this homeopathic medicine. Natrum Muriaticum is especially beneficial when dry crusts form on the scalp and dandruff is the primary reason for hair loss. It even helps when hair fall is triggered by menstrual problems or any skin disorder. This homeopathic remedy is also effective in treating hormonal imbalance-related hair loss. Emotional and sensitive people are generally prescribed this drug by their homeopaths.

Phosphorous: Another tried and tested hair growth enhancer is phosphorous. People who have baldness in patches and lose hair in clumps are benefitted from this homeopathic medicine. People who suffer from minor scalp ailments or those who lose hair due to excess dandruff are also prescribed this drug by their homeopath.

Kalium Sulphuricum: Hair loss due to flaky dandruff is treated with Kalium Sulphuricum and it is available in tablet and liquid form. It contains some amounts of sulphur and hence shouldn’t be overused. It is generally prescribed for twice day application. Generally, it isn’t recommended in excess and its use should be stopped after two weeks. If you wish to discuss any specific problem, you can consult a homeopath.

FLOURIC ACID: Fluoric acid is one of the best homeopathic medicines for hair loss and is highly recommended in treating patients who are having hair loss in spots (alopecia areata). Fluoric acid will help in the regrowth of the hair. It is also very helpful in hair loss that occurs after a fever such as typhoid. It is prescribed in cases when hair is dry, tangles easily and breaks off.

These are some of the excellent homeopathic remedies that work for both hair loss and ageing hair loss. At OHO Homeopathy, the homeopathy doctor prescribes the patient the customized hair fall treatment plan so that it suits the patient and also provides them with long-lasting results. Every other homeopathic medicine for hair fall is carefully chosen and then given to the patient so that they are able to deal with the condition effectively.