It's time to break the notion that hair falls only when you get older. Millennials, i.e. generations before Gen Z, may have attributed graying hair, loss of hair density or thinning of hair in certain areas of the head to aging. But now in my twenties, the volume of hair is decreasing, the ends of the hair are splitting, the density of the hair is decreasing so much (Hair Loss) that whether it is made with braids or ponytails, nothing is being opened.
But Gen G is seen to be much more busy with skin and hair care than Millennials. They are interested in various cosmetics. Even so, thousands of problems! According to experts, there could be multiple reasons behind this.
Chronic stress
Excessive work pressure, study pressure, financial worries, job pressure and the habit of always being online takes its toll on the body. It also affects the hair. Needless to say, Gen Z is more affected by this than previous generations.
'Telogen effluvium' causes more hair follicles than normal to become inactive at a faster rate. According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, telogen effluvium can occur after severe stress. So not only hair care is enough, it is also important to look at recent lifestyle changes.
Deficiency of essential nutrients in the body
Trying to lose weight quickly or crash dieting can take its toll on hair. If the body does not get enough nutrients, the hair roots become weak. It should be noted whether the daily food contains necessary protein, iron, vitamins etc.
Hair loses naturalness due to excessive styling
Not all hair loss is due to weak follicles, there are other reasons as well. Excessive heat styling, use of bleach or chemicals, repeated dyeing of the hair, tying the hair too tightly, using hair extensions, slicked-back hairstyles, regular use of straighteners or curling irons can cause breakage from the middle or ends of the hair.
But what can be done?
The principle that applies in all such cases is the same – 'back to basics'. Just as sudden changes in diet should not be made, eating piles of junk food should also be stopped. Homemade herbal hair packs can be applied instead of artificial cosmetics. Life stress cannot be reduced in all cases. But it is better if you can eliminate the habit of crawling the phone for a long time at night. Any problem that is not addressed early on can escalate in the future.