Facts
About Hair-Loss
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Many Muslim women and many converts to Islam in particular claim to experience
hair loss after adopting hijab (Islamic dress). Their normal reaction is to
assume that hijab is the reason for this difficult condition and wonder how they
may avoid losing their hair and still wear hijab
Fortunately, it is unlikely that hijab is the cause for any woman to lose her
hair. In fact, hijab is a great protection for your hair as it never gets
exposed to outside elements such as the sun, wind, air, rain, smog and other
forms of pollution. In addition, women who wear hijab are much less likely to
use excessive amounts of hairspray or to curl their hair regularly, both of
which damage the hair and may cause it to break and fall out.
If you began losing your hair after you adopted hijab, it is most likely a
coincidence since there are many health conditions which can contribute to
hair-loss in women. For example, it is common to lose large amounts of hair
after giving birth, especially if you are breastfeeding. This usually begins 4-6
months after the birth of a baby and grows back soon after that. Illnesses such
as thyroid diorders and iron-deficiency anemia may also cause hair to thin and
fall out while certain types of medications and even stress can do the same.
Whether the hair loss is permanant or temporary depends on many factors, and
these are best discussed with a qualified physician.
Older women in particular should realize that hair thinning is a natural part of
the aging process although the process is gradual and should not result in large
clumps of hair falling out all at once.
To reduce stress on the hair and scalp, do not style your hair in tight braids.
Allow your hair to air dry after shampooing and do not brush it while it is wet.
Avoid hot curlers and harsh chemicals such as dyes, perms and styling products.
In addition, do not make it a habit to leave your hair wet under the hijab.
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