Changes in the nature of hair over time

You may have already noticed that over time, hair changes (and not really in a good way). Changes in nature that affect texture, thickness and color. Life is really too unfair...  

 Different factors explain the changes in the nature of hair over time. Among them, we find aging, lifestyle, health, but also and above all hormones. 

Changes in hair type: hormones to blame

 Let's go decade by decade. At 20, we are in the golden age of hair. The shafts are thick and the cuticles are tight. Only stress, the pill or excessive diets can damage the hair fiber. In general, it is from the age of 30 that things get complicated. It must be said that this often coincides with pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, which modify hormones. We lose more hair, the hair fiber thins, the hair is duller and more brittle. At 40, white hair appears. As a result, we dye our hair and therefore inevitably weaken the hair fiber. At 50, it is the turn of menopause to come and say hello. The hair cycle becomes shorter, the hair turns gray or white, and becomes more brittle. At age 60, once menopause is behind us, the drop in estrogen and the increase in testosterone affect the hair follicles, and the hair becomes even more brittle. This is the reason why many women then opt for short haircuts. Okay, we'll stop there, it's already depressing enough!  

Changes in the nature of hair: the fault of aging  

The older we get, the less sebum we produce, and our hair doesn't approve of that at all! It dries out, becomes less voluminous and loses its suppleness.  

Changes in the nature of hair: the fault of lifestyle  

A poor lifestyle undeniably accelerates the effects of time. This can be due to stress, lack of physical activity, but also and above all an unsuitable diet. Alcohol and a diet low in nutrients, for example, dry out the hair fiber. This is why it is important to focus on foods known to be good for the hair . You can also opt for a beauty routine with food supplements rich in zinc, iron and vitamin E.  

Changes in hair type: diseases to blame  

 All diseases are concerned here. From the most serious of course, to the most benign. Treatments for acne or hypertension for example, and medications such as painkillers and beta-blockers, considerably weaken the hair fiber.