The Details
Roughly 30 million women in the U.S. suffer from thinning hair - about one in four women.
Hair loss in women can be caused by hyperthyroidism, ovarian cysts, changes in hormone levels during pregnancy and menopause, and years of abuse via excessive hair products. However, 90 percent of hair loss in women can be attributed to genetics. At the root (so to speak) of female hair loss is dihydrotestosterone, a derivative of the male hormone testosterone (DHT) If a woman has too much of this hormone, it shrinks follicles and kills off healthy hair.
Unlike male pattern baldness, which leads to the loss of patches at a time, women more commonly discover that their hair volume diminishes, with each strand shrinking in diameter. This is what makes hair transplants on women so difficult; no specific area can (normally) be treated.
Age range: Generally, women who notice significant hair loss start to see their locks thin between the ages of 25 and 35.
If underlying causes of hair loss can be addressed often times the hair will return.
Hair growth is a slow process affected by many variables. Once the process starts, one can expect to see new growth in about 4 months.
What can we do to help??
At Chris for Hair we understand how difficult it is to find qualified, honest hair replacement professionals that truly have your best interest at heart. Hair replacement costs vary, however most women can be helped with simple solutions. In some cases hair replacement costs can be covered by medical insurance, we can help with these cases.
We also understand the psychological issues women face when hair loss has becomes an issue that can not be ignored. In fact Chris herself has experienced hair loss as a result of radiation therapy and also as the survivor of a chronic illness that can result in hair loss.
If you are looking for a professional hair replacement specialist that will be honest with you, provide the best solution to your hair loss problem, and has the resources to help you with everything from hair extensions to provide fullness, to custom hair replacement products, you have found the right person.
Call 925-245-0194 to schedule your complimentary consultation.