Finding more hair on your pillow, in the drain or on your office chair? You are not alone. As the year-end rush of deadlines, late nights and parties arrives, many Malaysians notice their hair seems thinner than before.
This guide explains six common reasons for increased shedding, a simple 30-day routine, and where a daily hair supplement such as TruHerbs Hairitage can fit.
First, what is normal?
Most people lose some hair every day as part of the natural growth cycle. Shedding that suddenly increases, or clearly thins your ponytail or parting over a few weeks, is worth paying attention to. If you also have bald patches, an itchy or painful scalp, or sudden heavy loss, please see a doctor or dermatologist first.
6 common reasons for extra shedding
- Stress. Heavy workloads and year-end pressure can push more hairs into the resting phase, and shedding often shows up weeks later.
- Late nights. Poor sleep disrupts your daily rhythm and recovery.
- Crash diets. Skipping meals or cutting food groups can leave you short of protein, iron and other nutrients that hair needs.
- Harsh hair habits. Frequent heat styling, tight ponytails, colouring and over-washing can weaken hair.
- Scalp condition. Oily, flaky or irritated scalps are not a comfortable base for healthy hair.
- Body changes. Illness, postpartum and some medicines can also affect hair. Check with a doctor if you suspect this.
The TCM view
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, hair is linked with "blood" and "kidney essence", and stress, poor sleep and overwork are said to drain them. He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum) has long been used in Chinese tradition for hair care. This is a traditional perspective, not a diagnosis, and results vary from person to person.
A simple 30-day hair reset
- Week 1: Sleep before midnight on most nights, and be gentle when combing wet hair.
- Week 2: Add protein at every meal, such as eggs, fish, tofu or chicken, plus dark leafy greens.
- Week 3: Snack on black sesame and walnuts, and cut back on heat styling and tight hairstyles.
- Week 4: Take 10 minutes for a daily walk or stretch to ease stress. Review how your hair feels.
For more on why hair falls when you wash it, read Hair Falling More in the Shower? 4 Root Causes and Why Does Hair Fall Out When Washing?
Where TruHerbs Hairitage fits
If your diet is busy and you want daily support, TruHerbs Hairitage is a He Shou Wu based hair supplement from Baizigui. Some customers share that they notice less shedding in the first weeks, but results differ by body type and lifestyle. It works best alongside good sleep, nutrition and gentle hair habits.
Disclaimer: This article is for general wellness information and is not medical advice. Take supplements at the label dose. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, people on medication, and those with chronic illness should consult a doctor or pharmacist first.
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