Hair Loss
Hair loss and thinning can happen for a variety of reasons, and the causes can differ between men and women. Here are some of the most common causes.
Genetics (Androgenetic Alopecia)
This is the most common cause of hair thinning for both men and women, often referred to as male-pattern baldness and female-pattern hair loss. It’s hereditary and typically results in thinning at the crown or receding hairline in men and diffuse thinning across the scalp in women.
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In men, it tends to be more noticeable, leading to receding hairlines and bald patches.
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In women, it usually results in overall thinning, especially around the crown, but doesn’t often lead to full baldness.
Hormonal Changes
Women
Pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause are major factors. Hormonal shifts during these times can cause temporary or permanent hair loss. For example, many women experience hair shedding after childbirth (postpartum hair loss), and the drop in estrogen during menopause can lead to thinning.
Men
Male hormones (androgens) can also impact hair growth. Conditions like an overproduction of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a derivative of testosterone, can contribute to hair loss in men.
Nutritional Deficiencies
Lack of key nutrients like iron, vitamin D, biotin, zinc, and protein can affect hair growth. A poor diet or underlying conditions like anemia can lead to thinning or shedding hair.
Stress, restrictive diets, or eating disorders can also cause nutritional deficiencies that may result in hair thinning.
Stress
Both physical and emotional stress can trigger a type of hair loss called telogen effluvium, where a larger-than-normal number of hairs enter the shedding (telogen) phase of the hair growth cycle.
Major life stressors, surgery, or illness can induce this kind of shedding, but it’s often temporary and hair may grow back once the stressor is addressed.
Medical Conditions
Conditions like thyroid disorders (hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism), autoimmune diseases (like lupus or alopecia areata), diabetes, and PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) can all contribute to hair thinning or loss. Scalp conditions like dandruff, fungal infections, or seborrheic dermatitis can cause localized hair thinning due to inflammation.
Medications and Treatments
Certain medications, including those used for high blood pressure, depression, arthritis, and chemotherapy, can cause hair loss as a side effect. Birth control pills can also affect hair growth due to their hormonal impact.
Age
As people age, hair growth naturally slows down. The hair follicles may shrink, and the hair becomes finer, resulting in thinning. Men typically experience more significant hair loss as they age, while women may notice it in their 40s or 50s, particularly after menopause.
Excessive Hair Styling or Damage
Frequent use of heat styling tools (flat irons, blow dryers), tight hairstyles (like ponytails or braids), or chemical treatments (colouring, perming) can damage the hair and lead to breakage and thinning. Over-brushing or harsh handling of hair can also contribute to this.
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Recommended Treatment
For some causes, like nutritional deficiencies or stress, addressing the underlying issue can help reverse or improve hair thinning. Medications like minoxidil (Rogaine) can be used for both men and women to stimulate hair regrowth.
PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy is also an option for more severe cases, particularly if genetic factors are the main cause.
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PRP
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Exomide Exomsomes
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Skin Needling
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LED Therapy
We recommend a combination approach here at Cosmetics By Briony. combining Exosome Therapy, PRP, and Microneedling. Using these treatments together can enhance the results and provide a more comprehensive approach to hair loss.
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Why Combining These Treatments Is Effective
Microneedling helps to increase the effectiveness of PRP and exosome therapy by improving absorption and circulation in the scalp. All three treatments work to rejuvenate hair follicles from different angles: by stimulating growth factors, improving scalp health, and encouraging regeneration.
These treatments are beneficial for both early-stage hair loss (thinning hair) and more advanced hair loss (bald spots). They can improve follicle strength, stimulate dormant follicles, and help restore a fuller head of hair.
Exomide Exosomes
Description of Treatment
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Exosome therapy is a newer, cutting-edge treatment being explored for hair loss, and it has shown some promising potential, although it's still relatively new compared to other established treatments like minoxidil or PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma).
What Are Exosomes?
Exosomes are tiny, naturally occurring particles that are secreted by cells. They play a role in cell communication by carrying growth factors, proteins, lipids, and RNA from one cell to another. In hair restoration, exosomes are derived from stem cells and contain signalling molecules that can help promote healing and regeneration.
How Exosome Therapy Works for Hair Loss
Stimulating Hair Follicles: The idea behind exosome therapy is that the growth factors and proteins found in the exosomes can help stimulate dormant hair follicles, promote hair growth, and potentially improve the health and density of existing hair.
Exosomes can help improve the health of the scalp by reducing inflammation and supporting tissue repair, which may help with conditions like androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern baldness).
Exosome therapy is typically performed through injections into the scalp, and the treatment is relatively minimally invasive.
Benefits
Exosome therapy is thought to help rejuvenate hair follicles and stimulate growth, particularly in cases of thinning hair or early stages of hair loss.
Improved Scalp Health: It can promote healthier scalp conditions, which are essential for strong hair growth.
Since it’s non-surgical and minimally invasive, recovery time is shorter compared to more invasive treatments like hair transplants. exosomes can support follicle health and activate the hair growth cycle by delivering key growth factors and cytokines to the scalp. This therapy can be especially helpful for people with thinning hair or early-stage hair loss.
Effectiveness
While early research and anecdotal evidence are promising, exosome therapy for hair loss is still being studied. It's important to note that while some patients have seen positive results, it's not a guaranteed solution for everyone. Like many hair loss treatments, results can vary, and multiple sessions may be needed.
Recommendations
Skin needling (or micro needling)
Hair loss is a treatment that has been gaining popularity and has shown some positive results, particularly for conditions like androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern baldness) and scalp thinning. The treatment involves using tiny needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the scalp, which can stimulate hair follicles and encourage hair regrowth.
​How Microneedling Works for Hair Loss
Increased Blood Flow - The tiny punctures created by the microneedles increase blood circulation in the scalp, which helps bring more oxygen and nutrients to the hair follicles. This can encourage healthier, stronger hair growth.
Collagen Production - Microneedling also stimulates the production of collagen and elastin in the skin, which can strengthen the scalp’s overall health and improve the environment for hair follicles to grow.
Enhanced Absorption of Products - One of the reasons microneedling is often paired with topical treatments (like minoxidil) is that it enhances the absorption of these products into the skin. The tiny channels created by the needles allow the treatment to penetrate more deeply, making it potentially more effective.
Activation of Dormant Follicles - By stimulating the scalp and causing micro-injuries, microneedling can potentially "wake up" dormant hair follicles, encouraging them to enter the growth phase (anagen).
Effectiveness
Research and clinical studies have shown that microneedling can be effective for people experiencing mild to moderate hair loss. When combined with other treatments (like minoxidil or PRP), it can produce even better results.
Exosome Therapy
Exosome therapy is an advanced regenerative treatment that uses exosomes—tiny vesicles derived from stem cells. These exosomes contain growth factors, proteins, and RNA that can help stimulate tissue repair and regeneration. When used for hair loss, exosomes promote the rejuvenation of hair follicles, enhance circulation, and encourage hair growth at a cellular level.
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How it helps
Exosomes can support follicle health and activate the hair growth cycle by delivering key growth factors and cytokines to the scalp. This therapy can be especially helpful for people with thinning hair or early-stage hair loss.
LED Dermalux Tri-Wave Phototherapy
The Dermalux Tri-Wave MD is a professional LED phototherapy device that uses a combination of red, near-infrared, and blue light to address various skin and hair concerns, including hair loss.
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How it helps
For hair loss, red and near-infrared light is believed to stimulate hair follicles, increase blood circulation to the scalp, and promote cellular repair and regeneration. The blue light can help reduce inflammation and prevent the build-up of sebum, which could contribute to hair thinning.
We use Combined Therapy
Microneedling can stimulate the hair follicles, increase nutrient absorption, and promote thicker, stronger hair growth as well as exosome therapy and LED enhances their effectiveness.
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