Why Dandruff Shampoo Can Prevent Thinning Hair?
Jerry Hall
At any one time, about 10 percent of the hair on your scalp is
in a resting phase. After 2 to 3 months, the resting hair falls
out and new hair starts to grow in its place. This growing phase
lasts for 2 to 6 years. Each hair grows approximately 1
centimeter per month during this phase. About 90 percent of the
hair on your scalp is growing at any one time.
Hair loss is a common problem among men and women. About 25
percent of men begin balding by age 30 and two-thirds begin
losing hair by age 60, according to the American Medical
Association.
A number of things can cause excessive hair loss. For example,
about 3 or 4 months after an illness or a major surgery, you
may suddenly lose a large amount of hair. This hair loss is
related to the stress of the illness and is temporary.
Hormonal problems may cause hair loss. If your thyroid gland is
overactive or under active, your hair may fall out. This hair
loss usually can be helped by treatment of the thyroid disease.
Hair loss may occur if male or female hormones, known as
androgens and estrogens, are out of balance. Correcting the
hormone imbalance may stop your hair loss.
Dandruff is one of the causes of Hair loss. Dandruff is caused
by a fungus known as malazzesia globosa. This fungus is
commonly found floating in the air which is why dandruff can be
treated, but not cured. Studies have shown that with only 90
minutes of continuous scratching by the fingernails, it is
possible to remove all of the cuticular scale, a protective
covering on individual hairs, off of a hair shaft. This loss
leaves the hair shaft weakened and permanently damaged, making
it easily susceptible to breakage and hair loss.
“The most effective dandruff shampoos and conditioners contain
zinc pyrithione,” advised Dr. Draelos. “These ingredients leave
behind thin plate-like pieces of medicine on the scalp to
prevent regrowth of the fungus, thus acting as a preventive
measure for both dandruff and the hair loss associated with
scratching.”
Therefore, don’t just ignore the itch, invest in proper
treatment.
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