While hair fall is a common occurrence, it can be alarming if you find out a bunch of hair falling out in the shower (or anywhere else) and it may be time for you to pay special care and consult with your doctor. 

Just keep reading if you’re not too sure about normal hair loss and check out the hair-care tips to reduce hair loss.  

Hair loss depends on the length and thickness of your hair. The average person generally will fall between 50 to 100 hairs a day. However, those with long or thick hair are expected to shed between 150 to 200 strands. If you wash your hair more than once a week, that amount can instantly increase. 

Tips To Reduce Hair Loss

1. Use A Wide-Tooth Comb When Detangling

Using the wrong detangling tools is the biggest contributors to your hair fall. Remember to detangle your hair with a wide-tooth comb, and start from the ends, working your way up to the roots. It’s also helpful to use a hair detangler.

2. Avoid Rubber Hair Elastics

According to the Cleveland Clinic, rubber hair elastics can lead to hair loss over time because elastics can grip your hair tightly. 

Switch to use hair ties that are gentle on your strands such as ones made of silk or cotton.

3. Limit Heat Styling

Using excessive heat on your hair can cause breakage and ultimately lead to hair loss. It’s wise to opt for heat-free styling alternatives when you want to blow-dry or flat iron your hair.

4. Protect Your Hair From The Sun

Other than protecting your skin from the sun, you should protect your hair from the sun too. Sun exposure can damage your hair and lead to hair fall, merely as using excessive heat can take a toll on your strands. Play it safe and take the proper sun protection for your hair.

If you have protected your hair as much as you needed to, do it now before too late! 

Source: L’Oréal Paris