Losing hair on a daily basis is nothing abnormal. But when they fall in large quantities, when should we be concerned? A dermatologist has the answer.
On the hairbrush, on the floor, in the shower… When you lose hair, you find it absolutely everywhere. Rest assured: it is normal to lose a certain amount of hair on a daily basis. In autumn, they fall even in greater quantities, just like leaves from trees. But then, when is it necessary to worry? Even more: when should you consult a specialist? On the social network TikTok, dermatologist Lindsey Zubritsky (also known as @dermguru) answered these questions in video, with supporting photos.
According to the professional, it is completely normal to lose between 100 and 200 hairs every day, especially during this season. For reference, she shows what a handful of ten hairs, fifty, one hundred and two hundred looks like. “If your hair loss looks like one of these photos, it’s completely normal“, she assures in the video. Beyond that, you then have to start worrying according to Dr. Lindsey Zubritsky. “If you’re losing as much as the 400 or 750 hairs in the photo, then you have a problem.“, she continues. In this case, it is then advisable to consult a health professional. Be careful however, the photos shared by the dermatologist should be taken with a grain of salt since the length of the hair is not taken into account For example, people with long manes will appear to match the sixth image even if little mass has actually fallen.
Do you feel like you are facing significant hair loss, whatever the season? Don’t panic! There are many solutions to encourage growth. In the first place? If it is a temporary problem, biotin or keratin treatments work to maintain stronger and healthier hair fibers. Scalp serums are also good allies.
In a second video, Dr. Lindsey Zubritsky also recommends using a dermaroller and massaging your scalp with it for about five minutes a day. This gesture boosts blood circulation and stimulates hair follicles, thus improving hair density and hair quality. On the other hand, if the problem persists, it will then be necessary to determine the cause: stress, weight loss, iron deficiency, or certain illnesses may be at the origin. A professional will help you find the most suitable treatment.
