Hair loss can happen to women of all ages. It has been known to strike young girls in the midst of their teen years, well-groomed career professionals, as well as 
women who are ready to enjoy the fruits of their retirement.
No matter your age, such a condition can be devastating, affecting not only your self-esteem and confidence, but it can also affect the way you navigate the world. Unfortunately, it can also change how the world sees you. There is no doubt about it, a definitive social stigma is attached to hair loss in females, which is just not there for males.
If you are struggling with thinning hair, you may find that things you once enjoyed doing no longer have any appeal. Whether it was hitting the mall for some serious shopping or hanging out in the evenings with friends and colleagues, daily activities can become a hardship. Dinner dates, romantic trips, swimming, going to the gym, holidays and even simple things such as taking the children to the park can become a nightmare for you if you feel people are judging your appearance. Fear of people talking about you behind your back or asking awkward questions can leave you feeling like you want to shutter yourself in your house.
But why should your self-esteem and confidence come crashing down for something that is not your fault? The answer is simple, it shouldn’t. There is nothing to be ashamed of but more importantly, you can do something about it.
Reverse Hair Loss in Females
Did you know that of all the people on the planet currently experiencing hair loss, 40% of them are female?
Read that again: Almost HALF of all the people experiencing hair loss are female! You are definitely not alone in your struggle.
Now that you know the statistics, you may be wondering why you don’t see that many women with obvious hair loss running around. Are they just really good at hiding it?
Well, actually, they may be good at hiding it with clever haircuts or the use of accessories. However, it may be because they know how to reverse hair loss in females.
What Causes Hair Loss in Women
Hair loss is suffered by millions of females all over the world. Whilst 70% of females over the age of 70 experience female pattern baldness, there are many other forms of hair loss for women. It can involve the hair thinning out in a gradual manner or a sudden and total loss of hair.
The most common causes of hair loss in females are:
- Genetics
- Chemotherapy
- Medical condition or medical treatment
- Stress or trauma, including birth trauma and malnutrition
Ways to Start Reversing Hair Loss in Females Today
If you have started to notice a whole lot more hair on your bathroom floor than on the top of your head, you are likely very worried about female baldness. It is understandable! While there are several invasive and expensive methods of dealing with female hair loss, the following suggestions are things that you can start TODAY that will put you on the path to reversing hair loss in females.
Eat Your Hair Healthy
Interesting hair fact 1: The average person’s hair will grow around ½ inch (1 ¼ cm) every month which equates to roughly 6 inches (15 cm) in a year. Of course, this growth rate very much depends on your age, your current health, and your genetics. While some of these factors you simply cannot change–like genetics–there are still some things you can do. One sure way to improve your overall health and thus reduce thinning hair is to change your diet. The type of food you give to your body is not just fuel to burn, it is also one of the key factors of your health.
So, start with a balanced diet full of fruits and vegetables. Then, you also want to eat a steady addition of superfood nutrients that promote a healthy hair growth.
Here is a selection of foods you should attempt to incorporate:
- Eggs
- Spinach
- Berries
- Oily Fish (salmon/herring/mackerel)
- Sweet potatoes
- Nuts and seeds
- Peppers
- Beans
- Lentils and pulses
- Lean meat
Enjoy a Regular Scalp Massage
Interesting hair fact 2: A regular scalp massage goes a long way to help stimulate the flow of blood to the scalp and to encourage hair growth. Not only that, but it is also extremely relaxing. It works because the direct massage to the scalp area expands scalp arteries boosting blood flow to the hair follicles.
It is good to note that a head and a scalp massage is not the same. The massage should center in on the scalp when you want to promote hair growth. If you like, you can use a good quality hair oil or some essential oils, and lightly warm them to better absorb into the skin). You can either self-massage or, better yet, have someone do it for you.
Begin at the middle of the scalp, massaging the oils into the skin with slow circular movements. Travel slowly back towards the base of the head until the whole of the scalp is covered. For optimal success a scalp massage should be carried out once, or ideally twice, a week and should last from 5-10 minutes.
If someone is doing the massage for you, you could enhance the experience by playing some relaxing music and following the massage with a regenerative shampoo such as Keranique Scalp Stimulating Shampoo to help further the restorative massage.
Aromatherapy
Brush dry hair and scalp with a soft-bristled brush to invigorate the scalp. Then add 2 or 3 drops of lavender essential oil to the brush and continue to brush the hair gently. Lavender essential oil is balancing and calming as well as being a great aid to sleep. It also has wonderful anti-anxiety properties.
This method can be especially useful if your hair loss is stress-induced. There are a few important tips to remember, however. Make sure that your essential oil has a carrier oil that dilutes it instead of adding it directly to the scalp. Also, don’t get discouraged if you don’t see a full head of hair the very next day. It can take several months of patient application and stress reduction to see huge results. Remember, average hair growth is only about ½ per month!
Use the Keranique Hair Regrowth System
Use a tried and tested hair loss method specially created to bring a sleek texture back to the hair. You will see added strength and regrowth while guarding against 
day-to-day damage caused by 21st-century living. The Keranique system has proven to repair, nurture, and have protecting qualities.
You can be sure that you are doing what is right for your hair because of Keranique products:
- Are made with FDA approved ingredients
- Rinse away build-up
- Protect against damage
- Seal split ends
- Reinvigorate the scalp
The complete Keranique system includes the Revitalizing Shampoo, the Volumizing Conditioner, a Hair Regrowth Treatment, and a Lift & Repair Treatment. It is clinically proven to work, and it is specially designed to help reverse hair loss in females. Women have different needs when it comes to treating baldness and thinning which is why Keranique formulated their products with the female body chemistry in mind.
You Are Not Alone
So, now you know the science in reversing hair loss in females, and you can get started right away. While you are working on the physical aspect, here are some things you can do in the meantime to keep your self-esteem and confidence right up there where it belongs.
- Join it! No matter where you are on the planet, there will be relevant support groups for females (and males) experiencing hair loss. Find one, and join in. If there aren’t any in your area, you can always join in one online.
- Discuss it! Bring up the subject first with friends and family members. This might be a difficult one, but once you do it a few times it will get easier. Hair loss, like so many other things, can be the elephant in the room–the thing everyone sees but no one wants to mention. It’s your condition so you take control. You, your partner, and your friends will be glad you did.
- Own it! Again, not easy, but (for the moment anyway) hair loss is part of who you are. Once you accept it, you will already be eliminating some of the stress-related factors. Plus, it clears the path for starting the other methods discussed here.
- Change it! If you are really struggling, why not adapt your style with a wig or some funky hair extensions, just for the time-being. You will be surprised how a hat or some brightly colored scarves will make you feel like YOU again.
We all want to look the best we can, but it is good to remember that your hair does not define you. You can make great strides by improving your diet, starting a scalp massage habit, and switching to the Keranique system. Just don’t let your thinning hair stop you from living your best life. As always, please consult with your doctor regarding the root cause of your health and hair problems because it could be due to an underlying health issue.
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