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In particular, the formulation contains 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride, the finasteride that blocks DHT and minoxidil that drives growth. For a lot of men, the first sign of hair loss is not necessarily a bald patch. It could be noticing a little more scalp in the mirror, a receding hairline in photographs, or simply finding more hair than usual on the pillow or in the shower. And once that happens, the questions tend to follow: Is it genetic? Is stress making it worse? Am I eating right? And, perhaps most importantly, can anything be done about it? Long periods of stress, illness, significant weight loss, crash diets or other physical stresses can trigger a type of excessive shedding known as telogen effluvium. Interestingly, this shedding may not happen immediately. It can show up a few months after the triggering event, which is one reason people may struggle to connect the two. The better approach is to first understand why the hair is changing. Genetics may determine susceptibility, while stress, nutrition, illness and other factors may influence shedding and overall hair health. Once the cause is clearer, men can make more informed decisions about what, if anything, they need to do. For progressive male-pattern baldness, prescription treatments may be considered such as minoxifin under appropriate medical guidance. Ultimately, the conversation around hair loss needs to move away from quick fixes and towards early awareness, accurate diagnosis and personalised care. For a generation of Indian men paying closer attention to their appearance and wellbeing, understanding their hair may be just as important as treating it.
The way many people live today can also affect the hair cycle.