ForHers asks Dr. Green: Does Hair Shed More in Summer

Does hair shed more in the summertime? ForHers asks Dr. Green this and more in “Does Hair Shed More in the Summer? Answers from an Expert” where she notes that “factors like heat, humidity, and sun exposure can all play a role in increased shedding during the summer months. Heat and humidity can create weaker hair strands and follicles, leading to more breakage and shedding,” and despite the appeal of that summer sun, the sun is harmful. “Exposure to harmful UV rays can also damage hair follicles, resulting in hair thinning and shedding,” Dr. Green adds.

How to combat this, well first of all – “women should protect their hair from the sun’s harmful rays by using a hat or scarf to cover their hair and prevent UV damage,” suggests Dr. Green. She then talks about various hair loss treatments such as Topical Minoxidil and Oral minoxidil, along with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections which may be beneficial to some patients.

“PRP is taken from a patient’s blood and is rich in epidermal growth factors and proteins. When injected into the scalp, PRP works to stop hair shedding, increase hair density, and stimulate hair growth. Individuals often need an initial series of PRP treatments, followed by regular maintenance sessions to keep shedding at bay and promote healthy, beautiful hair,” she says. Find out more and read the full article at – https://www.forhers.com/blog/hair-loss-in-summer