Is Your Hair Shedding More Than Usual?
Losing 50–100 hairs a day is completely normal. But when you start noticing clumps in the shower drain, excessive hair on your pillow, or thinning patches, it's a sign that something is disrupting your hair's natural growth cycle.
The good news? In most cases, hair shedding is temporary and treatable — especially when you understand what's causing it and take the right steps to address it.
Why Is My Hair Shedding So Much?
Excessive hair shedding (known medically as telogen effluvium) is usually triggered by a stressor that pushes more hairs than usual into the resting phase of the growth cycle. Common triggers include:
- Postpartum hormonal changes — one of the most common causes in women aged 25–40
- Crash dieting or nutritional deficiencies — particularly low iron, zinc, or protein
- Chronic stress — emotional or physical stress disrupts the hair growth cycle
- Illness or surgery — the body redirects resources away from hair growth during recovery
- Thyroid imbalances — both hypo and hyperthyroidism can cause significant shedding
- Stopping hormonal contraception — a hormonal shift that can trigger temporary shedding
The shedding often appears 2–3 months after the triggering event, which can make it hard to identify the cause.
How to Stop Hair Shedding: 5 Practical Steps
1. Identify and Address the Root Cause
If your shedding is sudden or severe, speak with your GP to rule out thyroid issues, iron deficiency, or other underlying conditions. A simple blood test can provide clarity.
2. Support Your Scalp with the Right Products
A healthy scalp is the foundation of healthy hair. Switch to a shampoo formulated to support follicle health and reduce shedding — the DOLPA HRG Shampoo & Conditioner is designed specifically for this purpose, cleansing the scalp without stripping it of the moisture it needs.
3. Use a Targeted Hair Growth Treatment Daily
Topical treatments that nourish the scalp and follicles can make a significant difference when used consistently. The Hair Root Growth Daily Care System is formulated to support the scalp environment needed for healthy regrowth — use it daily for best results.
4. Restore Moisture and Reduce Breakage Weekly
Shedding and breakage are often confused — breakage happens mid-shaft, while shedding occurs at the root. To address both, incorporate a weekly deep conditioning treatment. The Quick Recovery Hair Mask helps restore moisture, strengthen the hair shaft, and reduce the appearance of thinning caused by breakage.
5. Be Gentle with Your Hair
While you're working to reduce shedding, minimise additional stress on your hair. Avoid tight hairstyles, reduce heat styling, and use a wide-tooth comb on wet hair to prevent unnecessary breakage.
How Long Does It Take for Shedding to Stop?
If your shedding is triggered by a specific event (like postpartum hormones or stress), it will typically resolve on its own within 3–6 months once the trigger is removed. However, using the right products consistently can help support your scalp and speed up the recovery process.
Most women using a targeted routine notice a reduction in shedding within 4–6 weeks, with visible improvements in density after 3–4 months.
When to See a Doctor
If your shedding is severe, has lasted more than 6 months, or is accompanied by other symptoms (fatigue, weight changes, scalp irritation), it's worth speaking with your GP or a dermatologist. Some forms of hair loss — like alopecia areata — require medical treatment.
Start Your Hair Recovery Routine Today
The most important thing you can do is start — and stay consistent. Explore the Hair Root Growth Daily Care System and give your hair the support it needs to recover.