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True or False: Hair Loss Myths Exposed by an Expert
It’s no secret that whether you’re facing thinning hair, shedding while brushing, or looking to add density to what you’re working with; the look of thick, full, healthy hair is in high demand. In fact, the term “thinning hair” generates over 1 million searches per month* online.
With demand for densifying hair solutions at an all-time high, it made perfect sense for us to partner with hairstylist and board-certified trichologist Penny James on a routine to help restore fullness to strands. And while we had Penny’s expertise at our disposal, we couldn’t help but run a few of our most burning hair density questions by her—you might be surprised at what we learned. Read on for her expert take on some of the most pervasive myths around hair loss.
Myth: shaving makes hair growth back thicker
Truth: “Not so, unless you've made changes to your diet, added essential vitamins, minerals and amino acids to support healthy hair from within; shaving it off will not make it grow back thicker.
If you have poor hair quality, or over-processed hair beyond repair, shaving will remove the damaged hair, but not make your new hair thicker. However, your new hair will have a fresh start to life!”
Myth: the more frequently you wash your hair, the more hair fall you’ll see
Truth: “When we wash our hair, loose hairs will come out, and this is normal.
The more frequently you cleanse your scalp and hair, the less shedding you will experience.
The less you wash your hair, the more you will notice extra shedding on wash day, and that's due to a build up of excess telogen, which is the loose hair waiting to be released.”
