Daily hair loss is part of the normal hair growth cycle. The 10% of our hair which is in a resting phase would fall out every 2 or 3 months with 90% of the hair in a growth phase. The matter gets noticed when hair loss is beyond the normal shedding limits. These include: Why does hair loss take place? The usual looks involve one or several spots on the scalp. Generally caused due to immunity disorder where the body’s own white blood cells attack the hair follicles. Alopecia Totalis is another condition where there is total loss of hair on the scalp. Infrequently a condition called alopecia universalis occurs where hair is lost from the entire body.

Genetic factors: This can cause male pattern baldness which affects nearly 25% of men by age 30. Over and above the reason being genetic, it could also be due to testosterone the male hormone. Unhealthy hair is produced or hair production is stopped by Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) generated by the conversion of testosterone. Male pattern baldness can not happen to men without any testosterone.

Skin diseases: this is a common reason for hair loss and it could affect the scalp too. The particular skin conditions which cause hair loss include: dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, scalp fungus such as ringworm and tinea captis.

Sudden illness or fever - Sometimes after an illness or fever, large clumps of hair can come out. This is generally a temporary phenomenon.

Childbirth, menopause, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and aging could also be the other reasons for hair loss. There are other reasons for hair loss over and above these main ones.

Treating hair loss can be done successfully by which you not only stop hair fall but help in re-growth too. Some ways you could have natural hair loss treatments include:

1. Vitamins A, B, C and E are excellent for promoting new hair growth. What are the roles of these vitamins? They provide sebum, promote blood circulation to the scalp by enhancement of oxygen absorption and collagen.

2. Care for the scalp: It would help a lot if you regularly massage your scalp using herbal oils like olive oil, jojoba oil, amla oil. Some conditions of alopecia areata can be effectively treated with essential oils of thyme, rosemary, lavender and cedar wood.

3. Concern for scalp abuse: Blow drying and using chemical shampoos daily are to be avoided. Hair and scalp get damaged by chemical treatments such as coloring and straightening. Your hair and scalp can get damaged as hair turns brittle and dry when you wash it with hot water daily.

4. Going the herbalk way: Try using powders of amla, shikakai, henna and ritha as shampoo and conditioner. It is also a powerful anti-oxidant. If you want a thorough hair cleanser which does not rob hair of its natural oil, choose Shikakai, also know as the Fruit for hair. Use henna then which plays its role as a natural conditioner.

5. Change in Lifestyle: Stress, an important contributor to hair loss can be reduced by exercising and meditation. Forego Smoking: Because the nicotine from the cigarettes blocks the pathway which supplies blood to the scalp and results in reduced supply of blood. To avoid damage to the scalp avoid UV rays from sun exposure.