Ever wonder why your hair falls out—or why it suddenly seems like it’s not growing? Understanding your hair’s natural growth cycle can help you take the right steps to reduce hair fall and encourage healthy regrowth.
🌱 The Hair Growth Cycle Has 4 Main Phases:
Anagen (Growth Phase):
- Lasts 2–7 years
- 85–90% of your hair is in this stage
- The longer the anagen phase, the longer your hair grows
Catagen (Transition Phase):
- Lasts 2–3 weeks
- Hair detaches from the blood supply
- Only about 1% of hair is in this stage
Telogen (Resting Phase):
- Lasts around 3 months
- Hair doesn’t grow, but it also doesn’t fall out yet
- About 10–15% of your hair is in this phase
Exogen (Shedding Phase):
- Natural shedding of 50–100 hairs per day
- Makes room for new hair to grow
🧴 What Causes Disruption in the Cycle?
- Stress and hormonal changes (postpartum, menopause)
- Poor nutrition (low protein, iron, biotin)
- Harsh treatments (bleaching, heat, tight styles)
- Medical conditions like thyroid disorders or alopecia
🌟 How to Encourage Healthy Hair Growth:
- Eat hair-healthy foods – Eggs, spinach, fatty fish, seeds
- Massage your scalp – Stimulates blood flow
- Use mild, sulfate-free shampoos
- Avoid tight hairstyles – Let your scalp breathe
- Consider supplements – Biotin, collagen, zinc (after consulting a doctor)
Hair regrowth takes time. You may not see instant results, but consistency in care makes a visible difference over a few months!
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