Hair loss: what to do

During and after childbirth, a woman’s body undergoes so many changes and hormonal storms that it often takes a long time to rebalance the body. Perhaps the strongest response to the changes is in the mother’s hair and scalp – from shiny, thick hair during pregnancy to hair that falls out after giving birth. Why does this happen? What can we use to stop excess hair loss and provide comfort to a sensitive scalp? What to do when dealing with hear loss?

Most women enjoy healthy, thick hair during pregnancy, so the loss that follows can be a real scare for young mothers. However, it should be known that this process is natural. But what to do when you are experiencing hair loss and what measures to take? Find the answers in this article.

Hair loss: what to do when your hair is falling out after childbirth

Facts about hair loss

During pregnancy, due to the effects of oestrogen, the hair is in the growth phase longer than normal, resulting in less hair loss. After the baby is born, the hormone balance returns to its previous state, the estrogen levels decrease and the hair returns to its normal growth cycle. A large proportion of the hair then immediately goes into a dormant phase and your hair is falling out, which can make it appear that the hair is falling out much more, or even that there is a really serious illness – but in fact it is simply the hair that didn’t fall out during pregnancy that is falling out. But many people wonder about what to do when your hair is falling out.

Another fact worth noting is that women who have given birth are more stressed, sleep less, suffer from constant fatigue and, if they are breastfeeding, continue to be deficient in the minerals and vitamins they need, so that their hair falls out more quickly than usual and in greater quantities.

Experts say it’s pointless to fight postpartum hair loss, as it’s a natural and inevitable process that helps our bodies to renew themselves. So whether you spend hundreds of euros on ointments, sprays and other products or just wait until the shedding process is over, the hair that should fall out will fall out.

How long can it last?

Hair loss is usually strongest 4 months after childbirth, but a little more loss can be observed earlier, e.g. 2 months after childbirth.

Usually, this loss lasts for a short period of time – around 2 months, and less often up to 6 months.

But there is good news – hair grows back by your child’s first birthday. After the awkward phase comes relief as a new ‘hedgehog’ starts to emerge – because usually after childbirth, the hair falls out around the forehead and ears, and then grows new “antennas” there too.

What can help when your hair is falling out?

• It is important to have tests a couple of months after giving birth (and regularly thereafter) to monitor your blood iron levels. If you notice a deficiency of vitamin D and other vitamins or trace elements, replenish your body as soon as possible with the necessary nutrients. If blood or thyroid tests are not a cause for concern, there is no need to be too distracted or stressed. Let any hair that did not fall out during pregnancy fall out.
• It is better to brush your hair several times a day, with regular brushing. It’s also a good idea to brush your hair before washing it. That way you won’t get the shock of seeing clumps of hair in the bath.
• If you’re really puzzled by the appearance of a bald scalp, you can try a masking powder or other products that give a light tint and a good optical appearance.
• Even though it’s natural for hair to fall out, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take care of it. On the contrary! Use quality hair products that will wake up the scalp when the time comes and help new hair grow back faster. Pamper your hair with oils, masks and serums to keep it looking happy and well-groomed.

Hair loss: what to do and best tools for hair restoration

Since we’ve been through these hormonal storms several times, we’ve had to try all sorts of products in the meantime. One of the latest and coolest discoveries is the DERMEDIC CAPILARTE line of shampoos and serums. With dark hair, the process of hair loss is very pronounced, so it was very important to restore density as quickly as possible.

DERMEDIC CAPILARTE is a comprehensive line of scalp and hair care products. It’s recommended for both women and men, because they are also concerned about hair loss and scalp problems.

Our TOP3 products

We present our TOP 3 products that make a visible difference for those who want to restore beautiful and thick hair and take care of a scalp that is agitated by hormones:

DERMEDIC CAPILARTE, hair growth stimulating serum, 150 ml

A serum to stimulate hair growth and regrowth. Contains combinations of the active ingredients Pilotantum and Procapil, caffeine, birch sap, D-panthenol, glycerol. Hypoallergenic, with thermal water. Clinically tested.

• Intensively nourishes the hair follicle cells, prolonging the anagen phase of the hair life cycle.
• Protects and regenerates hair follicle cells, improving their vitality.
• Stimulates scalp microcirculation, which influences the oxygenation of the hair matrix.
• Stimulates the growth of new, well-formed hair shafts.
• Thickens the hair and visibly reduces hair loss.
• Inhibits the production of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), the hormone responsible for shortening the hair growth phase and the miniaturisation of hair follicles.

Results:

• Reduced hair loss and stimulation of new hair growth (* clinical study conducted by an independent research institute under the supervision of a dermatologist);
• 121% increase in hair shaft growth** (**study by Biogened’s R&D Institute).

DERMEDIC CAPILARTE shampoo for hair growth, 300 ml

A shampoo that can help stimulate the growth and regrowth of hair if it is receding due to genetic or hormonal factors, or as a result of medication or stress.

• It contains a combination of the active ingredients Pilotantum and Procapil, apple stem cell extract, fragrant basil extract, caffeine, zincidone (a zinc salt that inhibits sebaceous gland secretion), D-panthenol, vitamins E and C, glycerol.
• Stimulates scalp microcirculation and intensively nourishes hair follicle cells.
• Stimulates the growth of new, strong hair follicles.
• Helps to increase the volume and density of hair.
• Gently cleanses the hair and scalp.
• With thermal water.

DERMEDIC CAPILARTE, soothing shampoo for sensitive and irritated scalp, 300 ml

A shampoo for daily hair washing when the scalp is prone to irritation, burning and itching. It has been extremely useful for us both during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Because, due to major hormonal changes, the skin reacts very sensitively to everything, especially cosmetic products. This miracle has become a product that we still use today, as it is extremely gentle and very effective in soothing itchy scalps.

• Active ingredients: D-panthenol, polydocanol, polyquaternium-7, betaine;
• Gently and effectively cleanses hair and scalp;
• Does not affect the physiological balance of the epidermal microbiome;
• Helps to maintain the correct pH of the scalp;
• Intensively soothes irritations and reduces inflammation;
• Reduces excessive scalp reactivity;
• soothes persistent itching and burning sensations;
• Regenerates the epidermis;
• SLES and SLS free;

Recommended for daily, year-round washing of hair and over-reactive scalp.

Why trust DERMEDIC cosmetics?

As you may already know from our previous posts, we have been using DERMEDIC cosmetics for a long time. We started with children’s sun care and then tryed more and more of their products. You can read more about Dermedic facial cosmetics in our article Facial skin care while travelling

• DERMEDIC is a clinically proven cosmetic product, where every ingredient is there by accident.
• All products are balanced to meet the needs of the most sensitive skin.
  DERMEDIC has a very wide selection of dermo-cosmetics, both for adults and children.
• DERMEDIC is a brand developed on the basis of the experience of dermatologists.
• DERMEDIC dermo-cosmetics are manufactured using thermal water from the artesian hyperthermal spring in Poddębice (Poland). Thermal water from Poddębice contains an exceptionally beneficial mineral composition that supports the therapeutic effect of DERMEDIC products.
• DERMEDIC products have an excellent price-performance ratio.

When should you be worried about hair loss?

• If hair loss persists for more than a couple of months. Also if the hair is becoming very thin and starting to break, you should consult your doctor. There may be other causes.
• If the hair loss persists for more than a year and is very intense, it may be difficult to control it at home alone. So you should seek additional measures prescribed by a doctor. During an examination, your doctor will carry out diagnostic tests, look at your hair and scalp with a dermatoscope, and may advise you on blood tests. We also recommend that you have a hair health check. You can do it for free at a physical pharmacy “Eurovaistinė” by making a reservation in advance.
• It is worth worrying if, in addition to increased hair loss, other symptoms such as burning of the scalp, severe itching, severe redness of the scalp, scaly rashes or areas of shedding occur. These and similar symptoms may signal provoked diseases.

The article “What to do when your hair is falling out” is an original article prepared by “Travel 4 kids®”. Copying and use without permission is strictly prohibited.

For more information about attractions all over Lithuania, please visit our Facebook account “Traveling with children” and Instagram account “Traveling with children”.

For more information on traveling around the world, visit our Facebook account “Traveling with children around the world” and Instagram account “Traveling with children around the world”.

Looking for more places to visit with kids, travel tips and recommendations?! – Join the group for travellers with children. You are also welcome to share your travel experiences here.

If you want to share your trip or your experience of traveling with children, please email us.