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Helping clients with hair loss

August is Hair Loss Awareness Month. Read on to learn how you can help your clients dealing with hair loss.

No matter what life throws our way, our appearance is the one thing that many of us feel truly in control of. Sometimes in our lives, stress can become too much and can cause hair loss or thinning.

As well as affecting how we look, hair loss can also affect how we feel on a profoundly deep level. People experiencing hair loss may feel self-conscious and lonely. They may avoid discussing it because of fear of judgment or ridicule.

Cause for concern

Hair loss can happen unexpectedly and it's hard to predict. We may only understand the cause after it occurs. However, there are certain signs that your client should seek help and these include:

  • Their ponytail feels thinner when they tie their hair up
  • They are experiencing more hair shedding after brushing or combing their hair
  • They’re finding more hair on their pillow in the morning
  • Their scalp is more visible
  • Their usual hair parting looks wider

Learning why your client is experiencing hair loss is key. It may not be permanent. Factors like high water pressure or changing how often they wash their hair can contribute to hair fall. So, it’s important to get expert advice as soon as possible.

The Institute of Trichologists reports that 8 million women in the UK suffer from hair loss. Additionally, 85% of men will experience hair loss at some point in their lives. Chair of the Institute Eva Proudman, says:

“Hair loss can have many different underlying causes; it can be genetic, a sensitivity to androgens, (male hormones, Testosterone), lower than required dietary intake of protein, illness, stress or trauma. Health conditions such as thyroidism, diabetes, circulatory disorders are amongst the most common factors that can impact the health of hair and scalp – with much focus recently on the effect of the menopause (and perimenopause) on potential hair loss and thinning.”

As a hairdresser you are likely one of the first people to spot that your client might be dealing with hair loss, so it’s important to bring up your concerns in a way that is helpful to the client. While you can help them address the issue, it's essential to recommend they seek advice from a medical professional for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.

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