While male and female pattern baldness result in permanent hair loss, other factors can cause temporary loss of hair. For instance, the drop in the level of estrogen at the end of pregnancy can cause a women's hair to shed more readily.

Some loss or shedding of hair every day is normal for both men and women. We average 150,000 to 200,000 of hair on our scalps. Blondes generally have the most number of hairs followed by brunettes and then redheads.

To understand how hormones affect hair growth, you’ll need to know the basics of the hair biology system at a cellular level. Each strand grows from a tiny opening on the scalp called a follicle, located in the hypodermis layer of the scalp skin.

It is always a good idea if you’re experiencing excessive hair loss, scalp inflammation, or developing bald spots to consult with a medical professional. While your hair stylist may be one of the first people to notice a problem and can be your first line of defense, a physical illness, medication, diet, or predisposition could be an issue.

As with any many areas of our lives, we make a decision to take preventative measures to alleviate or treat the problem... early detection and early treatment is important when it comes to addressing thinning hair.