6 Bad Habits That Cause Hair Loss

 

1. Incorrect shampooing method

Shampoo frequently used when washing hair. Some people squeeze out a lot of shampoo, believing that using more helps remove dirt and impurities more effectively, so they wash their hair generously. However, using too much shampoo can be harmful to scalp health, so it is important to use an appropriate amount suitable for your hair volume.

After squeezing the shampoo into your hand, do not directly rub it onto your scalp. Instead, lather it thoroughly with both hands until a lot of foam is produced, then evenly apply it throughout your hair and rinse.

Additionally, some people like to scratch their scalp vigorously with their fingernails while washing their hair because they believe it makes their scalp feel refreshed.

If your nails are long or you don't wash your hands frequently, bacteria can accumulate between your nails, which may lead to scalp infections.

Wash your hands thoroughly before shampooing, keep your nails clean at all times, and gently with the fingerprinted areas of your hands.

It is good to wrap it as if massaging.

    

2. Incorrect drying method

Drying your hair with hot air increases the temperature of the scalp and stimulates the hair follicles. Additionally, it can cause the scalp to become excessively dry or disrupt the moisture and oil balance, leading to hair loss. Therefore, it is better to dry your hair with cold air or natural air instead of hot air.

Conversely, not drying your hair at all because using a hairdryer is considered harmful to the scalp can also cause hair loss.

When the scalp becomes moist, it can produce a smell from the crown area or create an environment that bacteria favor, leading to seborrheic dermatitis.

If these symptoms worsen, hair loss may occur, so caution is advised.

 

3. Parting that has been maintained for a long time

Many people prefer to maintain their own hairstyle and keep their parting for a long time. Even after washing or drying their hair, the parting naturally stays in place. However, the parting that suits me well could also be a cause of hair loss.

The scalp area along the parting line is exposed to ultraviolet rays and can become weakened, leading to hair loss. Additionally, excessive ultraviolet exposure to the scalp can

If exposed, it can cause scalp damage as well as hair loss, so it is recommended to frequently change the direction of the parting.

  
Washing hair in the morning

Morning showers refresh you to start the day, but they are not very good for your hair.

When you wash your hair in the morning, the beneficial oils are washed away, making the scalp more susceptible to damage from ultraviolet rays.

Additionally, compared to the evening, there may be less time to wash the hair, so it might not be possible to wash thoroughly with enough time.

These days with high levels of fine dust, our bodies are exposed to numerous fine particles and other pollutants.

Since waste products can clog pores, be sure to take a shower and wash your hair after returning home from going out.

 

5. Imbalanced nutrition intake

Eating hastily in a busy daily life not only harms your health but also causes hair loss.

Healthy hair is produced only when sufficient nutrients are supplied to the hair follicles that create hair.

In the case of women, hair loss often occurs due to excessive dieting, so it is important to consume a balanced and nutritious diet.

 

6. Alcohol consumption and smoking

Drinking alcohol raises body temperature. Alcohol interferes with blood circulation and also increases scalp heat, which can lead to hair loss.

Eating greasy foods as snacks also causes fat to accumulate on the scalp, promoting hair loss.

The nicotine and tar components of cigarettes constrict blood vessels and block blood flow, worsening hair loss, so excessive drinking and smoking are not good for hair health.

 

 

 

[Source] Korea Policy Briefing (www.korea.kr)