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Daily hair loss is part of the normal hair growth cycle. 90% of our hair is in a growth phase; 10% in a resting phase which is lost every 2 or 3 months. When loss of hair reaches a higher proportion than the usual limits, then it is a matter of concern. These include: Alopecia areata: Causes rapid hair loss and affects men and women. This is usually caused by an immunity disorder when the intrinsic white cells attack the hair follicles. When all the scalp hair is lost it is called Alopecia Totalis. A rare condition sometimes occurs called Alopecia Universalis which involves complete loss of hair from the body.

It is called male pattern baldness. Though essentially genetic, the reason could also be attributed to testosterone the male hormone. This hormone either retards or stops growth and produces weak and unhealthy hair. Male pattern baldness can not happen to men without any testosterone.

Skin diseases: yet another cause for hair loss which affect the scalp. Some of the skin diseases include dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, scalp fungus such as ringworm and tinea captis.

Sudden illness or fever - Sometimes after an illness or fever, large clumps of hair can come out. This is a temporary condition.

Other causes of hair loss include; Childbirth, The Menopause, Chemotherapy, Radiation Therapy and Age. There are several other reasons for hair loss other than these main ones.

Provillus hair loss treatments are available where you not only stop hair loss but re-grow your hair too. Here are some natural ways you could treat hair loss:

1. Have plenty of vitamins A, B, C and E. These promote new hair growth. What are the roles of these vitamins? They provide sebum, promote blood circulation to the scalp by enhancement of oxygen absorption and collagen.

2. Scalp care: Use herbal oils like olive oil, jojoba oil, amla oil for regular massaging of the scalp. In conditions of alopecia areata, several oils are proven to be beneficial.

3. Avoiding scalp abuse: Chemical shampoos and blow drying must be avoided. You can severely damage hair and scalp by coloring as well as straightening. Even daily hair wash with hot water can damage the hair and scalp as hair then turns brittle and the natural oils dry up.

4. Use of herbal care: There are some very effective options here. Use powders of amla, shikakai, henna and ritha as shampoo and conditioner. It is also excellent in preventing graying and hair loss. It has a natural low pH. Then you could use henna which acts as a natural conditioner.

5. Lifestyle - Stress is a very important factor in hair loss. Try and reduce stress by meditating and exercising. Quit smoking; the nicotine in cigarettes constricts blood vessels and decreases blood flow to the scalp. If you want to prevent damage to the scalp from UV rays, avoid exposure to the sun.