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    Why Is My Hair Falling? Causes & Solutions

    25 June 20268 min readUpdated 28 Jun 2026

    Reviewed by Ashpreet Kaur · Professional salon guidance · Individual skin results may vary.

    Some shedding is normal, but sudden or heavy hair fall has identifiable causes — and most are treatable with the right scalp care and treatments.

    Quick Answer

    Losing 50–100 hairs a day is normal. Excess hair fall is usually caused by stress, nutritional deficiencies, hormonal changes, scalp issues (dandruff, buildup), harsh styling, or post-illness shedding. Identify the cause, fix scalp health, and use targeted hair fall treatment for the best results.

    Key Takeaways

    • •50–100 hairs/day is normal shedding.
    • •Common causes: stress, diet, hormones, scalp issues.
    • •Healthy scalp = healthier growth.
    • •Harsh styling and buildup worsen fall.
    • •Targeted treatment plus lifestyle fixes work best.

    Normal vs Excessive Hair Fall

    Everyone sheds 50–100 hairs daily as part of the growth cycle. If you notice clumps in the shower, a thinning parting, or more hair on your pillow and brush, it's worth investigating the cause rather than panicking.

    Common Causes

    Top triggers include stress, poor nutrition (low iron, protein, vitamin D), hormonal shifts (postpartum, thyroid, PCOS), scalp problems like dandruff and buildup, crash dieting, tight hairstyles, heat and chemical damage, and shedding after illness or fever (telogen effluvium).

    What Actually Helps

    Address the root cause: balanced diet, stress management, gentle handling and a healthy scalp. In-salon, a scalp detox clears buildup, hair fall treatment strengthens roots, and repair therapy reduces breakage. Persistent or patchy loss should be checked by a doctor.

    Benefits

    • ✓Identifying the cause prevents worsening
    • ✓Scalp care improves growth environment
    • ✓Treatments reduce breakage-related loss
    • ✓Better habits protect new growth
    • ✓Boosts confidence

    Things to Consider

    • •Results take consistency and time
    • •Some causes (genetic, medical) need a doctor
    • •No overnight fix
    • •Lifestyle changes are essential

    Who Should Choose What?

    Anyone noticing increased shedding, a widening parting or visible thinning should investigate causes and start with scalp health and a hair fall treatment.

    Professional Recommendation

    At Stardom we start with a scalp analysis, clear buildup with a detox, and recommend a hair fall treatment course alongside diet and stress fixes. We refer clients to a doctor when we suspect medical or hormonal causes.

    Myths vs Facts

    Myth: Cutting hair stops hair fall.

    Fact: Cutting doesn't affect roots or shedding.

    Myth: Oiling alone cures hair fall.

    Fact: Oiling helps the scalp but won't fix nutritional or hormonal causes.

    Myth: Hair fall always means baldness.

    Fact: Most fall is temporary and treatable.

    Ask the Experts

    Quick answers to what, who, why, benefits, risks, maintenance, alternatives, results and "near me" in Ranchi.

    What causes hair fall?

    Stress, poor diet, hormones, scalp issues, harsh styling, and post-illness shedding.

    Who experiences hair fall?

    Anyone — it's especially common postpartum, with thyroid/PCOS, stress or deficiencies.

    Why is my hair falling suddenly?

    Sudden shedding often follows stress, illness, fever or hormonal changes.

    What are the benefits of treatment?

    Reduced breakage, healthier scalp, and a better environment for regrowth.

    Are there risks in ignoring it?

    Untreated causes can worsen thinning over time.

    What maintenance helps?

    Balanced diet, gentle handling, regular scalp care and treatments.

    What are alternatives?

    Scalp detox, hair spa, repair therapy, and medical evaluation if needed.

    What results can I expect?

    Less shedding and stronger hair over weeks to months with consistency.

    Where can I get help in Ranchi?

    Stardom by Ashpreet Kaur, Lalpur, near Circular Road — call 92412 40217.

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