🍁 Falling for Moisture: How to Combat Hair Dryness This Fall

Have you ever noticed more hair in your comb or shower drain and wondered if something’s wrong? The truth is not all hair loss is the same. There’s a big difference between shedding and breakage, and knowing which one you’re dealing with is the first step to restoring healthy, thriving hair and we're going to tell you how.

What Is Shedding?

Shedding is a natural and healthy process. Each strand of hair goes through a growth cycle growth (anagen), rest (telogen), and shedding (exogen). It’s completely normal to lose 50–100 hairs a day as part of this cycle. You’ll usually notice full strands with the white bulb attached at the root that’s a sign your hair naturally released from the follicle.

However, excessive shedding can occur due to:

• Hormonal changes (postpartum, menopause, thyroid issues)

• Stress or illness

• Nutritional deficiencies (especially iron, protein, vitamin D, and zinc)

• Certain medications

When shedding increases beyond normal, it’s your body’s way of signaling an internal imbalance.

What Is Breakage?

Breakage happens when the hair strand itself becomes weak and snaps, usually mid-shaft. You won’t see the white bulb instead, you’ll find short, uneven pieces of hair.

Common causes include:

• Over-processing (coloring, relaxers, heat styling)

• Lack of moisture or protein imbalance

• Tight hairstyles (wigs, weaves, braids, excessive styling) that create tension

• Using harsh shampoos or not trimming regularly

  
  

How to Tell the Difference

• White bulbs at the end? Shedding.

• Short, brittle pieces? Breakage.

• Both? You may be dealing with internal and external stressors.

  
  

How We Can Help

At A’Daora Trichology & Wellness Institute, we identify the root cause of your hair loss through scalp analysis, functional testing, and holistic care. Our goal is to help you balance your body, strengthen your follicles, and revive your strands...naturally.

✨ Book a trichology consult or treatment today to discover what your hair is trying to tell you at A'Daora Trichology & Wellness Inst.

www.ayursbatchofnature.com

~ Dr. Tara | Trichologist | Holistic Doctor | Wellness Strategist | 443-554-5410

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