Hair loss is a common condition that affects many individuals although there are solutions and you can get hair loss treatment.

Since there are many different types of hair loss, finding the root cause of your hair loss can be tough. Hair loss is typically a predetermined genetic factor. Although your hair loss may be simply genetic, there are many different types of hair loss. Along with each different root cause of hair loss, there is a potential treatment available. It’s best to spend some time and speak to a professional to understand your hair loss and find a potential solution.

Who Can Treat Hair Loss?
Dermatologists are doctors who specialize in hair, skin and nail issues. A dermatologist, including one of our team members here at Kiwi Spa, can help diagnose and treat your hair loss.

Common Causes of Hair Loss.

There are many different types of hair loss. Some hair loss can be brought on by extreme events in your life. Some of these hair loss causes include:
● Childbirth
● High Fever
● Sudden Weight Loss (Extreme Diet)
● Surgery
● Severe Illness
● Severe Stress

With the causes listed above most hair can and will return after some time. To prevent this sort of hair loss it’s important to identify the issue or event causing the hair loss to prevent further damage.
Common Causes of Patchy Hair Loss

Another form of hair loss is when you lose hair in patches. Common causes of patchy hair loss include but are not limited to:
● Small coin size bald patches on the scalp that will usually grow back with in months
● Hair thinning from ponytails or tight braids
● Twisting or pulling hair out

Hair Loss Myths

There is a lot of advice out there recommending specific forms of hair loss treatment. We’ve identified a few hair loss treatments that don’t actually prevent hair loss. One common belief is that shampooing will accelerate balding. This has not been proven and is not accepted by most hair loss experts. Another common misconception is that massaging your hair to promote circulation will help. This is simply not true. Massaging does not stop hair loss. Although there are many treatments out there we recommend you stop by Kiwi Spa to see if our hair loss treatment is right for you. You can meet with one of our team members, discuss your hair loss and we can find out if our hair loss treatment is right for you.