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The two most common types of alopecia are androgenetic and telogen effluvium.
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“It is genetic in nature and usually inherited from either parent.”
“It can also dehydrate the actual hair follicles and cause damaged hair.”
While you treat your scalp with moisturizing ingredients, steer clear of others that will only exacerbate the issue.
Palep recommends avoiding certain ingredients in any products that may touch the scalp.
“Troubling ingredients might includealcohol,formaldehyde,synthetic fragrances, andsodium lauryl sulfate,” says Palep.
Additionally, thinning hair can leave the scalp more vulnerable to UV rays.
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