Rontok Hair Because Of The Age Factor, Here's How To Solve It

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JAKARTA - As you get older, your body experiences many changes including hair. In fact, hair will experience changes in color and texture from time to time. In addition, hair also has a shorter life cycle where it will fall out very easily.

Women and men experience hair loss for various reasons other than age such as heredity, endocrine disorders, thyroid disorders, reduced supporting hormones, and lack of nutrition.

In women, menopause is the biggest cause of hair loss because hormones that help stimulate follicles are reduced. Due to the aging and environmental changes, some hair follicles stop producing new hair altogether. Over time, hair fiber becomes thinner and more lossful. And unfortunately, hair will not regenerate.

The increase in age also makes hair lose its natural pigment which makes it change color to gray, or often called gray hair. The good news, there are some easy steps that can be taken to prevent that from happening.

"There are several ways that can be done to prevent the effects of aging on hair," said dermatologist Wilma Bergfeld. Launching the Cleveland Clinic, Thursday, September 15, here's how.

Your hair type determines how often you have to wash. But regardless of the type of hair, in general, shampooing too often can cause hair to become dry and brittle. Dr Bergfeld recommends shampooing at least twice a week. Use the type of shampoo that matches your hair, for example normal, oily, or dry.

Aplicating conditioner after shampooing is very important to maintain healthy hair. Conditioner is an important hair care product. Which helps moisturize and restore hair shine and natural oil that is lost during shampooing. After that, use a hair developer that functions to strengthen each strand of hair and increase the volume on the hair.

If you decide to color your hair, then choose the best hairdresser to do so. A professional can help determine the safest coloring to use for your hair type. And can provide tips on shampoo, conditioner, and other hair products made specifically for colored hair.

In addition, you can also rest your hair for a moment from the use of hair dryer products such as hair dryers, curling candles, and straightening straightens. Although your appearance may look different for a moment, reducing the use of intense arrangement tools one or two days a week will help restore hair conditions from damage.

If you have to use hair styling products, apply heat protection to your hair first before use. Hot protective products provide a protective layer between heated hair styling products and hair. This adds moisture to protect against damage during structuring.

To reduce hair loss, you can try to eat protein-rich foods. Dr Bergfeld said first, make sure to meet food needs. As you get older,

Food appetite starts to decline, so you will eat less portions and it is possible that you are experiencing malnutrition.

Because hair follicles are mostly made from protein, don't miss these important nutrients. A lack of protein can be attributed to hair loss. Dr Bergfeld advises women to eat a little low-fat red meat several times a week to maintain healthy hair.

What's more, as you get older the thyroid will slow down. You will easily feel tired and think age is the cause factor. In fact, the reason is because the body lacks iron. And, consumption of red meat can add to the shortage.