Thining hair

Oftenhair thinning is one of the initial signs of hair loss. But the good thing is, if you control it soon, you can prevent hair fall altogether

Thining hair and ageing go hand-in-hand but the tress problem is common irrespective of age. Here are some tips to make thinning hair look healthy and ticker


  • Shorter cut will help when it comes to thinning hair and adding in some layers to create body and movement.


  • A sweeping fringe can be great at creating the illusion of thicker locks.


  • When it comes to styling products, beware of going overboard and using too many as this will just make locks look flat. Use just one volumising product applied to the roots and gently blow dry hair upside down to build volume. It’s also important to choose a conditioner that consists of natural ingredients as they are kinder to the hair.


  • Excessive hair thinning can be a sign that something is lacking in your diet, so try and increase your intake of iron rich foods and those that include zinc such as eggs, shellfish and seeds.


  • Dark hair makes the area where your hair is thinning more noticeable. Try adding lighter shades and you will see how efficiently it can hide your scalp from peeking out. colouring your hair a shade lighter can help conceal the thinning area.



However, if fine-haired women are hoping to have fuller looking hair than use a volumizing shampoo, conditioner, and styling products before blow-drying hair upside down can add serious volume to even the thinnest hair. Also hair worn forward and to the side over your forehead can cover up thinning or receding hairlines and make it look fuller.

Another trick is to change your parting every few days. This way, less scalp is seen and you also have different ways to style your hair. Also, Make sure you aren’t tying your hair too tight as that can further cause stress to your hair and make it break easily. With the right cut and style, fine hair can look gorgeous.  

6 essential nutrients you should eat to prevent hair loss

We may often blame external factors such as pollution, stress,dandruff, etc. for our hair fall problem. But did you know a poor diet is one of the main causes of this issue? When you deprive your body of essential nutrients, many of which are needed for normal hair growth, you are likely to suffer from hair fall. If nothing’s done about it for a prolonged time, you are likely to near baldness. In order to control this situation, it is best to feed your locks a healthy diet, high on the nutrition scale. Here’s what your hair needs to remain healthy.

·          Vitamin B-Complex:

 This is required to help the hemoglobin supply oxygen to the scalp and hair follicles. More oxygen promotes hair growth and a healthy mane. The lack of vitamin B-Complex can lead to weak, undernourished and damaged hair. You can either get this from natural sources like chicken, tuna and salmon, or eat vitamin tablets if you have its deficiency. 



·          Zinc

Our scalp contains oil glands which need to function adequately to produce enough oil, the lack of which can lead to a dry scalp, dandruff and eventually hair loss. Eat foods like nuts, whole grains, lentils, meat and seafood to provide enough amounts of zinc to your hair. 



·          Copper:

 Hemoglobin is needed by our body to supply enough oxygen and blood to various organs including our hair. Copper helps in the formation of more hemoglobin. Lack of it can result in weak, brittle hair which will lead to hair loss. Good sources of copper include sesame seeds, soya, cashew nuts, meat, and seafood. 



·          Iron:

 Iron is very essential for men and especially women as they lose out blood and iron during their menstrual cycle. Even pregnant and lactating women need a high dose of iron as it helps produce hemoglobin. The lack of iron can weaken your hair right from the roots which will cause them to break very soon. Losing more than a 100 strands a day is a sign of hair loss. In order to avoid its deficiency, eat spinach, soybeans, dal, red kidney beans, chicken, meat, eggs and fish. Iron from animal sources is more easily absorbed into our system.



·          Vitamin C:

 Collagen production is very important to hold the hair tissues together in place and vitamin C helps do the needful. A lack of this can lead to frequent split ends, hair fall and brittle hair. Include fruits like oranges, lemons, berries, sweet lime, watermelon and tomatoes in your diet. If you are a smoker, you need more amounts of vitamin C so cut down on smoking and eat more fruits.



·          Protein:

 A very important nutrient which acts as the building block of every tissue in our body including the hair and scalp, protein is highly essential for us. It helps in the production of new hair to replace the ones lost. A lack of protein can lead to thinning of hair, dry and brittle hair as well as eventual hair loss. Get your protein intake from foods like beans, nuts, grains, milk, cheese, fish, eggs, chicken.Eating right can help control hair fall to a large extent as your diet makes your mane stronger from within. Instead of relying on just shampoos and serums, make sure you are getting an adequate dose of these nutrients from the food you eat