Common Habits Leading to Hair Loss and Damage, According to Experts

Kathmandu. Recently, many people are troubled by hair fall, split ends, and dry hair problems. Improvement may not be happening even with the use of expensive shampoos and oils. The main reason for this is not only our diet but also some common yet fatal mistakes made in daily life.

According to experts, neglecting proper hair care and not abandoning bad habits leads to weakened hair roots and premature hair fall. Here are some such habits and ways to keep hair healthy:

1. The Habit of Sleeping with Wet or Damp Hair

Many people sleep with damp hair out of laziness after bathing or in a hurry. However, wet hair is much weaker compared to dry hair. When sleeping, rubbing hair against the pillow puts pressure on the hair roots, causing hair to break easily. Therefore, one must make it a habit to always sleep only after drying the hair thoroughly.

2. Tying Hair Too Tightly with a Towel

After bathing, many people vigorously rub their hair with a towel or tie it very tightly to dry it quickly. Doing this creates excessive tension on the hair, which weakens the roots and increases hair fall. It is best to gently pat the hair dry with a soft towel.

3. Daily Shampoo Use and the Allure of Dry Shampoo

Shampooing every day removes the natural oils on the scalp that nourish the hair. In the absence of oil, hair appears dry and lifeless. Shampooing only 2 to 3 times a week is considered good for health. Likewise, excessive use of the currently popular 'dry shampoo' causes chemicals to accumulate at the hair roots, blocking the pores, which stops hair growth.

4. Excessive Heat Styling

Frequent use of hair dryers, straighteners, or curling irons absorbs the natural moisture of the hair. High temperatures cause hair to burn and split ends. If styling tools must be used, they should be set to low or medium heat, and a heat protectant spray or serum must be applied before use.

5. Not Choosing Products According to Hair Type

Not everyone's hair is the same. Some is oily, some is dry, and some is normal. Choosing shampoo based only on what others use or advertisements is wrong. Only by recognizing the nature of one's hair and using appropriate products can the right nutrition be obtained.

6. Hair Unprotected from the Sun

We apply sunscreen for our skin, but we forget to protect our hair from the sun. Harsh sun rays destroy hair protein. Therefore, using a scarf, hat, or umbrella when going out in the sun is mandatory for hair health.

Hair should be healthy not only externally but also internally. For that, drink plenty of water and focus on vitamin-rich foods.