{"id":23286,"date":"2022-07-23T22:41:23","date_gmt":"2022-07-23T14:41:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gogoherbs.com\/?p=23286"},"modified":"2026-10-16T17:19:05","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T09:19:05","slug":"%e4%bf%9d%e6%8c%81%e9%a0%ad%e9%ab%ae%e5%81%a5%e5%ba%b7%e7%9a%84%e6%96%b9%e6%b3%95","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gogoherbs.com\/en\/%e4%bf%9d%e6%8c%81%e9%a0%ad%e9%ab%ae%e5%81%a5%e5%ba%b7%e7%9a%84%e6%96%b9%e6%b3%95","title":{"rendered":"How to maintain healthy hair: Causes of hair loss, daily hair care and nourishing nutrients"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The health of your hair is often difficult to detect until you notice a significant increase in hair loss while washing or combing it, or your hairline and parting become thinner, realizing your hair isn't as thick as before. Hair is not only part of your appearance but can also reflect your overall nutrition and lifestyle. The most practical way to properly care for your hair is to start from...Proper scalp care, scalp massage, balanced nutrition, and sufficient sleep<\/b>Hair care is primarily about getting the essentials, while supplements play a supporting role. Gogo Herbs has compiled key points for observing hair health, influencing factors, practical hair care methods, and tips on choosing hair nutrients and supplements.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Table of contents<\/strong><\/p>\n
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  1. How to tell if your hair is healthy? 5 key points to observe.<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. 5 factors that affect hair health<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. 3 practical hair care methods<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. How to distinguish between hair growth nutrients and health products<\/a><\/li>\n
  5. When should you consult a doctor?<\/a><\/li>\n
  6. Gogo Herbs Hair Care Product Recommendation<\/a><\/li>\n
  7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/a><\/li>\n
  8. Source of information<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

    1. How to tell if your hair is healthy? 5 key points to observe.<\/h2>\n

    Many people believe that "thick hair equals health," but observing your hair in more detail is actually quite important. Consider the following indicators daily; paying attention to trends is more crucial than focusing on a single day:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Key points of observation<\/th>\nHow to view<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
    Hair loss<\/b><\/td>\n\u4f9d\u00a0American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)<\/a>\u8207\u00a0UK NHS<\/a>The average person drops every dayApproximately 50 to 100 hairs<\/b>This is normal; hair loss during washing and combing is a natural metabolic process and there's no need to worry excessively. Only if it significantly exceeds this range and continues for a period of time should you pay attention.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Hair volume distribution<\/b><\/td>\nPay attention to whether the hairline, crown, and parting line have become noticeably thinner or receded; whether the hair on the sides and back of the head is still thick are important clues for determining the type of hair loss.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    hair quality<\/b><\/td>\nDoes your hair become thin, dry, dull, brittle, or prone to split ends? The hair shaft is mainly composed of keratin; when nutrients are insufficient, newly grown hair tends to be thinner and weaker.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    scalp condition<\/b><\/td>\nDo you have dandruff, excessive oil production, itching, redness, or pain? The scalp is the "soil" for hair growth; if the scalp condition is unstable, the condition of your hair will also be affected.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    gray hair<\/b><\/td>\nThe timing and amount of gray hair are mainly influenced by genes and age, while nutrition and stress are also factors that many people pay attention to.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
    Regarding "Standards for Healthy Hair":<\/strong>"Shiny hair and no dandruff" are often listed as health indicators\u2014this claim originates from a widely circulated set of "Ten Health Rules," not an official document from the World Health Organization (WHO) that can be directly verified, and the content of different versions also varies. Regardless of the source, using the condition of hair and scalp as a reference for observing physical condition is a reasonable practice; the specific indicators mentioned above are more practical than simply looking at appearance.<\/div>\n

    2. Five major factors affecting hair health<\/h2>\n

    (1) Nutritional imbalance<\/h3>\n

    Protein, vitamins, and minerals are essential building blocks for hair production. Modern lifestyles, including frequent dining out, picky eating, and dieting for weight loss, often lead to nutritional imbalances.\u00a0AAD<\/a>Insufficient intake of nutrients such as iron and protein, or chronically low daily calorie intake, can lead to significant hair loss. This explains why increased hair loss often occurs after rapid weight loss. Hair is mainly composed of keratin; when protein and calories are insufficient, hair naturally becomes dry and brittle.<\/p>\n

    (2) Hair tied too tightly or overly styled<\/h3>\n

    Frequently pulling your hair forcefully, or tying it tightly in a ponytail, bun, or braid for extended periods, or even wearing overly tight hats or headscarves, can all cause hair loss.Traction alopecia<\/b>.according to\u00a0AAD<\/a>Continuous pulling can slowly damage hair follicles, and the hairline is often the first place to show changes; if the pulling continues, some people will eventually see that hair stops growing in that area. In addition to tying your hair up, frequent perming, dyeing, and chemical straightening products can also damage the hair shaft structure and irritate the scalp, so they should be minimized.<\/p>\n

    When should you change your hairstyle immediately?<\/strong>AAD warns that the following conditions may indicate that your hairstyle or products are damaging your hair: (e.g., at the hair tie)pain<\/b>,scalpstinging<\/b>scalp appearsform a scab<\/b>Or the scalp is pulled intotent-shaped bulge<\/b>Additionally, if you pay attention to it monthly...Short, broken hairs on the forehead, receding hairline, and patches of hair loss where the hair has been pulled.<\/b>These are all early warning signs.<\/div>\n

    (3) Effects of drugs and treatment<\/h3>\n

    Some medications and treatments (such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and certain prescription drugs) can affect the hair growth cycle and lead to hair loss.\u00a0AAD<\/a>If you suspect that hair loss is related to medication or treatment,You should discuss this with your attending physician and never stop taking the medication on your own.<\/b>\u2014 Stopping medication without authorization can have serious consequences. Most hair loss caused by treatment will gradually recover after the course of treatment is completed.<\/p>\n

    (4) Family genetics and hormones<\/h3>\n

    The most common type of hair loss isAndrogenetic alopecia<\/b>It is related to genes and hormones and can occur in both men and women.\u00a0NHS<\/a>Men typically exhibitReceding hairline<\/b>\u8207Sparse hair on the top<\/b>Women are mostlyThe parting line on the top of the head gradually widens<\/b>This type of hair loss usually progresses gradually with age. The earlier you address it and seek professional advice, the greater the potential for improvement.<\/p>\n

    (5) Stress, sleep and changes in physical condition<\/h3>\n

    When the body experiences significant stress or change, a large number of hairs simultaneously enter the resting phase, leading to noticeable hair loss several months later; this is medically termed telogen effluvium.Telogen effluvium (resting phase hair loss)<\/b>.according to\u00a0AAD<\/a>Common causes include: rapid weight loss, postpartum, prolonged stress, high fever, surgery, recovery from a serious illness, and discontinuation of birth control pills. This type of hair loss is usually...Temporary<\/b>Generally, hair loss will gradually recover 6 to 9 months after the triggering factor has passed. In addition, according to the NHS, illness, stress, weight loss, and iron deficiency can all cause temporary hair loss.<\/p>\n

    3. Three practical hair care methods<\/h2>\n

    (1) Proper washing, care and drying<\/h3>\n

    Proper hair washing and conditioning techniques can reduce breakage and damage from pulling. Here are some examples:\u00a0AAD<\/a>\u00a0Hair care advice for people experiencing hair loss, adapted to Hong Kong's daily habits:<\/p>\n