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The 3 Main Causes of Hair Loss W I L F L E E S O N , Director of Trichology Scotland and Director of Rainbow Room International
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eathy hair starts from within and it’s so important when talking to client’s about their hair and scalp health, that you discuss with them not only looking after the exterior of their hair with good quality products, such as the ALTERNA Clinical Denisfying range to target thinning hair, but also looking after their hair from within – living a healthy lifestyle, exercising, getting enough sleep and having the right nutrient and mineral intake.
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Iron for example is crucial in avoiding hair shedding and is important for helping carry oxygen through your body as part of red blood cells and stimulating growth in hair. Vitamin D, Folic Acid/B9 and B12 are also beneficial nutrients in helping support cell division and hair growth and Vitamin D is also effective in reducing inflammation. Below are some of the most common causes of hair loss and ways in which as hairdressers, you can identify if your client may need to visit a Trichologist.
