At some point in our life each one of us can be confronted with a hair thinning problem that tends to cause a lot of embarrassment. The causes of hair thinning and hair loss are multiple: childbirth, intensive emotional stress, a poor diet, certain medical conditions as well as genetics. While most of these factors are relatively difficult to control, there is one aspect that depends solely on you: the hairstyles you choose. While the hairstyles we choose are not recognized as a cause of hair thinning or hair loss, some of our daily choices might contribute to the problem unintentionally.
Regardless if the problem of hair tinning is a temporary one such as postpartum hair loss or seasonal hair loss or if genetics contributes to a weight loss problem, the hairstyles we choose can impact the amount of hair we lose every day. Especially in the case of long hair length we can make a series of unfortunate choices that ultimately aggravate the situation. Some of the hairstyles we choose cause tension to the scalp putting extra stress on it and even accelerating the process of hair thinning. Here are a few hairstyles that should be avoided if you are predisposed to this problem:
Tight ponytail
Tight cornrow hairstyle
Braided hairstyles
Braiding your hair is one of the simplest and most effective ways to add interest to a plain hairstyle however, it can be one of the surest ways to accelerate hair loss. Tight braids and cornrows put an enormous stress on the scalp due to the fact that the hair must be constantly pulled in order to create this style and the hair strands become a weaker and weaker if you regularly opt for this type of hairstyle. Opting for partial loose braids is a quick improvement that can be made, however it is best to avoid this type of hairstyle at least for a while until the situation starts improving.
Ponytails
A tight high ponytail can be one of the easiest ways to create a polished look but also one of the most detrimental choices for your tresses if this becomes part of your signature look. Similar to braids and cornrows the tension created at the root weakens the hair strand, making you more susceptible to developing hair loss problems. Moreover, tight ponytails can also cause headaches for the very same reasons. Hairstyles that are created using a tight ponytails such as top knots and certain bun hairstyles should also be avoided as a precautionary measure. Tight pigtails are another obvious no-no.
Permed hairstyles
If the hair is already weakened from several chemical treatments, perming your hair can be a risky move that can contribute to hair loss. Moreover, if you color your hair before you perm your hair you are also at the risk of developing hair loss. Ideally you should color your hair only after you permed your hair and never in the same session as this can lead to severe hair damage and speed up hair loss even more.
Heat damage
Permed hair
Heated tools and treatments
Heat based hair treatments as well as styling tools that use heat are other contributors to the problem. Flat, irons, curling irons or hot rollers should only be used sparingly as they can lead to various problems that might be difficult to deal with in the long run. Also, although hot oil treatments are recommended for nourishing the hair shaft, any slight miscalculation when it comes to the temperature of the oil can cause inflammation to the scalp, aggravating the problem. Decreasing the frequency of the treatments or discontinuing them is one of the best courses of action that can be taken when faced with this type of problem.
If you are dealing with thinning hair medium and short hairstyles are some of the best choices for you. If you are unwilling to give up long tresses, make sure to choose shoulder length hairstyles. Bob hairstyles are an excellent choice for creating a little bit of volume. Using a volumizing shampoo and creating a few loose waves is also a good strategy to create the impression of thickness.
Short layered crop
Short bob hairstyle
Medium layered hairstyle
Shoulder-length layered cut
