Losing hair everyday is a normal part of hair growth cycle. The 10% of our hair which is in a resting phase would fall out every 2 or 3 months with 90% of the hair in a growth phase. Thinning of hair is usually noticed when the loss is in excess of the normal hair loss pattern. There are several reasons for this, including: It affects men and women and the hair loss is very rapid. This is the result of dysfunctional immune system when the white cells of the body attacks the hair follicles. Alopecia Totalis is another condition where there is total loss of hair on the scalp. Alopecia Universalis is a rare condition when the entire body hair is lost.

Genetic conditions – Male pattern baldness afflicts about 25% of men by age 30. Though essentially genetic, the reason could also be attributed to testosterone the male hormone. Testosterone is converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which slows down or stops hair growth and produces weaker, shorter hair. Male pattern baldness can not happen to men without any testosterone.

Skin diseases: Such conditions include dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, scalp fungus such as ringworm and tinea captis.

after any serious illness or fever, you could experience large chunks of hair falling out. This is a temporary condition.

Childbirth, menopause, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and aging are some of the other common causes of hair loss. Though these are the primary reasons for hair loss, there could be several others also.

Not only can you stop hair loss but your can promote re-growth too, when you follow a successful hair loss treatment program. Some of the natural means for hair loss treatment include: Include them in the diet. Why are these vitamins important for hair loss?

Scalp care: Some of the essential oils which are effective in conditions of alopecia areata include that of thyme, rosemary, lavender and cedar wood.

Avoid using harsh chemical shampoos daily and do away with blow drying. Hair and scalp get damaged by chemical treatments such as coloring and straightening. Even daily hair wash with hot water can damage the hair and scalp as hair then turns brittle and the natural oils dry up.

Using powders of amla, shikakai, henna and ritha as shampoo and conditioner can be an effective treatment. It is also excellent in preventing graying and hair loss. It has a natural low pH. Henna is a wonder natural conditioner after this.

Try and reduce stress by meditating and exercising. Because the nicotine from the cigarettes blocks the pathway which supplies blood to the scalp and results in reduced supply of blood. To avoid damage to the scalp avoid UV rays from sun exposure.