Many women face a life-changing moment when they first notice extra strands of hair in their brush or shower drain. For Sarah Mitchell, a 34-year-old marketing executive from Boston, that moment came ...
It’s normal to lose about 50 to 100 hairs a day. But it can be upsetting when you notice more hair loss than this, bald patches, a widening part, or a ponytail that keeps getting thinner and thinner.
Women’s hair loss is often talked about quietly, yet millions experience shedding, thinning, and changes in texture throughout their lives. Stress, hormones, aging, and lifestyle shifts can all impact ...
Easily breakable hair may suggest hair damage caused by overprocessing. Overprocessing can include heat damage from curling irons, straightening, perms, or hair coloring. The diagnosis for this type ...
Ten years ago, the quality of my hair took a drastic turn for the worse. My once full head of healthy hair turned into a nest of split ends, my ponytail got thinner and thinner, and I experienced ...
When hair loss is front and center, such as at your temples, it can be so frustrating, not to mention a real blow to your confidence. “As a dermatologist, I've witnessed firsthand the emotional toll ...
Why is my hair falling out? Maybe you asked yourself this question if you’ve noticed your ponytail is a little skimpier than usual or there’s a bit more scalp peeking through your usual style. But ...
The differential diagnoses for hair loss are grouped into three categories: disturbances of the hair cycle, damage to the hair shaft, or disorders affecting the follicle. The following is not meant to ...