28th May, 2022

Does Hair Fall Stop After Shaving Head?

Reviewed By

Dr Dhananjay Chavan

Dermatologist

Does Hair Fall Stop After Shaving Head?

Does shaving your head stop hair fall? Explore the truth behind this common belief, how it affects hair growth, and effective ways to manage hair loss.

Almost everyone has experienced some form of hair loss at some point in their lives. Hair loss can be reversed relatively quickly if properly treated.

One widely held belief is that shaving your head aids in treating the condition. But is this really the case? Does shaving head for Hair Loss worth it? Is it just an old wives’ tale that we’ve heard for centuries? We believe it is past time to debunk a few myths.

What’s covered in the article?

  • Does Hair Fall Stop After Shaving Head?
  • How to Prevent Hair Loss?
  • Time to Visit a Dermatologist!
  • Conclusion

Does Hair Fall Stop After Shaving Head?

Shaving the head for hair loss will not help with the condition. It has no effect on hair loss because hair grows from within the skin and is controlled by your cellular composition and other factors.

Shaving hair cannot change the texture and density of the hair follicles roots. The new hair growth post-shaving just creates an illusion of fuller hair for a few days but will not prevent the hair loss that is caused due to some underlying condition like increased DHT levels or others.

How to Prevent Hair Loss?

We’ll discuss how to deal with hair loss, but first, we need to understand why people lose their hair. You can’t really treat a condition unless you know what’s causing it, can you? These are the certain factors that may be responsible for the condition:

  • Unhealthy Diet
  • Stress
  • Hormonal Changes
  • Poor Hair Care
  • Illness and Medical Conditions and Medications

Now that we know the reasons for hair loss. Let us discuss some of the do’s and don’ts to prevent hair loss:

  • Scalp Massage
  • Avoid Touching your Hair repeatedly
  • Pat Hair Dry
  • Eat Nutrients Rich Balanced Diet
  • Minimise the use of styling tools and heat devices such as blow dryers, curling irons, flat irons
  • Say no to hair colours and bleaches
  • Consult hair doctor

Time to Visit a Dermatologist!

Still confused about whether shaving head for Hair Loss is good or not? It is wise to go to a doctor when you feel your hair is falling off too frequently. However, do not wait for too long, as that might cause severe damage to your hair. HairMD specialists will prescribe you medicines or supplements to help you mitigate the hair loss problem. Also, if required, they might suggest a hair transplant treatment.

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Conclusion

In conclusion, shaving your head does not stop hair fall, as the underlying causes of hair loss remain unaffected by shaving. While shaving can give the appearance of thicker hair regrowth, it’s important to address the root cause of hair fall through proper treatments and lifestyle changes. If you’re concerned about ongoing hair loss, consulting a specialist can help identify effective solutions tailored to your needs.

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