Normal everyday hair loss is a sign of healthy growing hair going through its regular life cycles. Abnormal hair loss can range from hormonal, physical, chemical, mechanical, hereditary, or emotional factors inside or outside of the body that can result in permanent damage or can be reversible with better hair management, styling techniques, diet, and lifestyle. The longer you wait to correct the scalp injury or disorder, the more permanent the hair loss will be. Here are a few tips to know if you’re experiencing regular hair loss or if you should pay a visit to your doctor.

Normal:

✔️ 50-100 strands a day (barely visible)

Abnormal:

✔️100+ strands a day (very visible)

Normal:

✔️Loose hair size of a quarter or more every time you detangle and/or comb.

✔️Abnormal: Loose hair size of golf ball or more every time you detangle and/or comb.

Normal:

✔️Little to no loose strands with each gentle pulling of hair.

Abnormal:

✔️Many loose strands with each gentle pulling of hair.

Normal:

✔️Hair density (thickness) remains the same over a period of time.

Abnormal:

✔️ Loss in hair density consistently over a period of time with signs of male-pattern baldness.

Normal:

✔️Scalp looks healthy and supple with natural sebum (oil).

Abnormal:

✔️Scalp looks dry, red, tight, and scaly

Normal:

✔️Regular scalp itch from everyday products & buildup.

Abnormal:

✔️Pain and/or excessive itching usually in the thinning areas.

If you’re experiencing any symptoms related to abnormal hair loss, schedule an appointment with your doctor or trichologist in your area 💞