Can applying ginger, garlic and coarse salt help hair growth? Dermatologist warns: Inflammation and itching are getting worse!
Does applying ginger to your hair fail and cause inflammation? Is it a common myth that wearing a helmet will cause hair loss?
There are many bizarre “hair growth tricks” circulating on the Internet, such as applying ginger, coarse salt or salad oil. Do not believe in these folk remedies, as they may harm your scalp hair follicles! Dr. Luo Yang from the Dermatology Department of Neihu Cathay Clinic reminds you not to use ginger, vinegar, garlic, salad oil, etc. as “hair growth tools.” Ginger and garlic are spicy foods that can easily irritate and inflame hair follicles; salad oil can easily block hair follicles. Some patients apply coarse salt to their scalp in order to grow hair, which makes the original “Mediterranean” circular alopecia more obvious and even causes “scalp inflammation”.
Dr. Luo Yang said that many people have misconceptions about hair loss. Some women are so afraid of “hair loss as soon as they wash their hair” that they simply don’t wash their hair for several days, resulting in more serious inflammation and itching of the scalp. Motorcyclists who wear helmets for long periods of time may indeed have their hair follicles blocked due to excessive heat. However, office workers commute only in the morning and evening and do not wear helmets 24 hours a day, so it is not directly related to the receding hairline.
Is the hairline starting to regress related to “3 reasons”? Iron deficiency can also cause hair loss in women?
Dr. Luo Yang explained that when the hairline begins to recede, it is usually caused by the following three reasons:
Family inheritance. If a family member has a history of male baldness, the individual will have a certain chance of developing hair loss.
Age. Age is also the main factor that determines the lifespan of hair follicles. Hair follicle cells in the elderly grow more slowly, and the symptoms of hairline regression may be more severe.
Living habits. When women or certain ethnic groups tie their hair or comb their hair into a ponytail, the hair follicle tissue at the hairline is pulled, which may also cause the hairline to recede.
In addition, the lack of nutrients in the body such as “iron” and “zinc” and other metal substances may also be the main cause of hair loss in young women. Iron is especially important for women. When menstruation comes, women are prone to losing iron and causing hair loss. If you have iron deficiency, you can consume iron-containing foods in moderation, such as pork liver, pig blood, red meat, dark vegetables and other foods.
Is there any chance of treating receding hairline? Doctors emphasize that “2 elements” can improve hair loss problems
Can the symptoms of hairline regression be effectively treated? Dr. Luo Yang said that at present, there are two types of hair loss treatments. One is the hair growth ingredient “Minoxidil”; the other is the oral drugs “Finasteride” and “Dutasteride”.
Dr. Luo Yang explained that Minoxidil, commonly found in hair growth products on the market, the mechanism is to trigger “vascular endothelial growth factor” (VEGF) in the human body, thereby increasing local blood flow and improving blood circulation. The common effect is to prolong the hair growth phase and activate hair follicles. About 30-40% of hair loss patients experience improvement after using Minoxidil.
Dr. Luo Yang said that “testosterone” in the human body is converted into “dihydrotestosterone” after being metabolized by the enzyme “5α reductase” in the body. When dihydrotestosterone binds to male hormone receptors in the body, it will affect protein synthesis and cause hair loss. Both Finasteride and Dutasterid, as “5α reductase inhibitors”, can effectively inhibit the conversion process of testosterone, thereby promoting hair growth. 60-70% of patients can improve their symptoms with oral medications.
Dr. Luo Yang pointed out that current treatments can both maintain existing hair volume and promote new hair growth. People should consult a professional dermatologist if they need it. Plant-derived shampoos on the market that claim to have “hair growth effects” have no real hair growth effects without the addition of Minoxidil. If itching or inflammation occurs after use, seek medical attention as soon as possible. When you are troubled by hair loss, seek medical advice promptly and receive appropriate treatment. Do not rely on folk remedies or use products of unknown origin.
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