Is Daily Shampooing and Showering Causing Hair Loss?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the potential causes of hair loss, particularly focusing on daily shampooing and showering practices. Participants explore various factors that may contribute to hair loss beyond genetics, including stress, scalp conditions, and seasonal shedding. The conversation includes personal experiences and questions regarding the normalcy of hair loss during showers.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that stress, medication, diet, and illness could contribute to hair loss, in addition to genetics.
  • There is a belief that daily shampooing does not inherently slow hair growth, although some participants express skepticism about the effects of daily washing.
  • One participant questions whether all types of stress can lead to hair loss, indicating a need for clarification on what constitutes stress.
  • Another participant discusses the role of prolactin in hair shedding and mentions that skin conditions and endocrine disorders can also lead to hair loss, though they note these are less common concerns.
  • Participants observe that increased hair loss during showers may simply be due to washing out loose hairs rather than an actual increase in shedding.
  • There is a question about the permanence of stress-related hair loss, with some participants indicating that hair typically regrows once the stress is alleviated.
  • Seasonal shedding is mentioned, with one participant noting that it is common to experience more hair loss during certain times of the year.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that hair loss can be influenced by various factors, including stress and seasonal changes. However, there is no consensus on the impact of daily shampooing, and the discussion reflects differing opinions on the relationship between stress and hair loss.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty about the specific conditions under which hair loss occurs and the definitions of stress that may apply. The discussion does not resolve the complexities surrounding the causes of hair loss or the effects of shampooing practices.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in hair health, those experiencing hair loss, or anyone curious about the effects of daily hair care routines may find this discussion relevant.

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Hey,
I thought I'd ask about this over here, since you guys are pretty knowledgeable...
I've heard a lot about possible causes for hairloss, e.g. putting shampoo on your hair every day or even hair gel.
Does anyone know of exactly what (other than genetics) could cause hairloss?
I've been told by people that putting shampoo in my hair everyday stops it from growing normally (i.e. it grows at a slower rate), is this true or false?
Also, every time I take a shower (everyday), I notice a lot of hair falls off my head; is this normal? I've been told my hair is pretty thick and I don't notice any loss...
Thanks.
 
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Pseudo Statistic said:
Does anyone know of exactly what (other than genetics) could cause hairloss?
stress, medication, diet, illness

People do shed more at certain times of year and it's normal to lose hair every day.

I've been told by people that putting shampoo in my hair everyday stops it from growing normally (i.e. it grows at a slower rate), is this true or false?
False I hope you mean you're shampooing daily and not just putting soap on your head and leaving it. :-p
 
Yup, I do shampoo daily... and wash it off, ofcourse. :D
When you say stress, does any stress count? Like "OMFG EXAMS NEXT WEEK :O:O:O!" stress, or "I feel like I'm going to commit suicide." stress?
 
Pseudo Statistic said:
Yup, I do shampoo daily... and wash it off, ofcourse. :D
When you say stress, does any stress count? Like "OMFG EXAMS NEXT WEEK :O:O:O!" stress, or "I feel like I'm going to commit suicide." stress?

Both. Stress, among other things, increases your prolactin secretion. Most people know of this hormone as involved in lactation, but it also is a hormone involved in shedding in animals, and can lead to hair loss in people when elevated (it's the reason that luxurious hair women have during pregnancy all falls out so quickly when they are lactating).

Skin conditions of the scalp can also lead to hairloss, as can some other endocrine disorders. But, unless you're female and starting to go bald, the endocrine disorders aren't very common causes of hairloss to worry about.

You'll notice hair falling out more in the shower just because you're washing out the loose hairs all at once...you'd otherwise find them in the hairbrush or scattered all over the place.

If you've just noticed an increase in hair loss, and can't attribute it to any other reasons, and aren't noticeably balding, it's probably just the same reason the rest of us are "shedding" this time of year...we're losing our summer coats. :biggrin:
 
Ah, interesting...
Is stress hairloss permanent?
 
No, once the stress goes away, the hair will grow back. It's not much different than shedding in that respect. It shouldn't seem like it's falling out by the fistfuls or anything like that, more that your shower drain or hairbrush seems to have more hair in it than usual.
 
Evo said:
False I hope you mean you're shampooing daily and not just putting soap on your head and leaving it.:-p

:smile:

Pseudo Statistic said:
Ah, interesting...
Is stress hairloss permanent?
Ya, if the stress is permanent!
 
Yes, its shedding season here too!
 

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