The Top 20 Hair Loss Myths!

Myth #1

You get your hair loss from your mother's side.

While baldness can be caused by genetic hair loss, the genes come from both sides of your family. The more your family has hair loss problems, then the chances are higher that you will get it!

Learn more about genetic hair loss.

Myth #2

Wearing Caps and Hats can cause hair loss.

Unless you are wearing a cap that is tight enough to block your blood circulation to your hair follicles, wearing cap has nothing to do with hair loss. Ask yourself, how many baseballs players or golf players have hair loss?

Myth #3

If I shave my hair bald it will grow back thicker.

Yes it will appear thicker at first because the base of your hair is always thicker than the tip! But you will not notice any difference when it grows back to full length.

Myth #4

Standing with your heads down will improve your hair loss.

Some people say that if your stand with your heads down you can actually improve the blood flow to your head which in turns gives your scalp better blood circulation. Don't even bother, there is no evidence that it can actually grow hair! It's best you try some supplements to improve your blow circulation instead.

Myth #5

Styling your hair can cause hair loss.

One of the more common hair loss myths. Well, there is some truth in it. Normal styling of your hair won't cause your hair to fall but certain hair styles like corn rows and tight ponytails can cause traction alopecia which is a kind of hair loss.

Myth #6

How about styling products like hair sprays and coloring?

These types of products might cause some damage to your hair strands but it does not affect the hair follicles below your scalp so it will not cause hair loss.

Myth #7

Will hair dryers and blowers blow off my hair then?

Hmmm..that depends. Unless you are using hurricane class hair blowers they can only cause brittleness and hair breaks if it's too dry or hot. Besides that, it's pretty safe. Though it's recommmended to use it at a normal distance.

Myth #8

Insufficient Vitamins can cause hair loss.

Partly true. A lot of people out there with the right diet have hair loss. However, malnourishment, poor health and certain vitamin deficiencies can alleviate hair loss.

Certain vitamins like zinc and biotin can actually improve your hair loss conditions. Find out more here!

Myth #9

Washing my hair too regularly is bad for the hair.

Your hair care products do not harm your hair follicles. You can wash as many times as you like but it's recommended to wash your hair 3 times a week. Also try to use normal amounts while washing your hair.

Myth #10

Lack of sex causes hair loss.

There is no evidence indicating that lack of sexual activities will cause your hair to fall nor will it grow faster with the increase in sex.

The direction of the way you sleep determines how much hair you will lose.

No matter at what direction you sleep..straight..sideways and with your face down it will not increase your hair loss. It's all about the inner workings of your hair follicles in your body.

Myth #12

Hair loss is caused by hair follicles been blocked or clogged up.

Blocked or clogged hair follicles do not affect the growth of your hair. Your hair will still grow from the root so no matter how blocked your scalp is it will continue to grow.

Myth #13

If you are bald as born you will be bald too later.

That is a definite no. Sometimes your hair growing genes kicks in later a bit after birth. It has nothing to do with you getting bald later in life.

Myth #14

Taking medicines can increase my hair follicles.

You cannot increase the amount of hair follicles in your head. When you are born you have been predetermined with the number of hair follicles. However, you can move DHT resistant follicles from the side and back of your head to balding area.

Myth #15

You can't cure hair loss.

Definitely untrue. There are many options available that can actually reduce and even reverse your hair loss condition. All you need to do is to find the right ones.

Take a look Hair Loss Treatments to find yours now!

Myth #16

Pouring alcohol on my head will help my hair to grow.

You wish. The only thing with pouring brandy on your head will do is to make you smell like a drunk.

Myth #17

Hair Transplant can't give you a natural hairline.

Yes and No. Hair transplant has been around for decades. In the early years of Hair Transplantation, doctors used grafts of 8-20 hairs for implants. Such grafts make the hair looks like doll plugs. However, hair transplants have evolved so much with so many new methods and if you look for a qualified one today, you hair transplant can almost be totally undetectable.

Check out the latest hair transplant techniques.

Myth #18

Only intellectuals get hair loss.

Crazy! This is a funny hair loss myth indeed. There are actually more than 50% of people will suffer from hair loss in their lifetime. People from all sorts of race and class will get it. It doesn't matter if you are smart or dumb.

Hey but if you work too hard it my affect your hair. Read on about stress and hair loss in Telogen Effluvium.

Myth # 19

Brushing your hair is good for follicle stimulation.

Nope. The only thing too much brushing will do for your hair is split ends and breakage. Try not to brush too often.

Myth # 20

Bald men are less virile.

As you should know DHT is the main cause of Hair Loss. DHT is also the main force behind male sexuality therefore it's actually the opposite.

My Personal Favorite Hair Loss Myth!

The right hair treatment products can make my hair grow back in a week!

Ha. Ha. Ha. Of all hair loss myths, this is definitely the funniest! I fell for that one flat. Your hair will only grow HALF an INCH a month. Some supplements might help improve growth, but don't expect to see any real results for at least half a year.

Check Out The 20 Hair Facts Too

There are just too many hair loss myths and urban legends around. What is important is that you have to trust science. Trust PROVEN Treatments. Don't waste time on money based on rumors!

I hope my Hair Loss Myths section manages to amuse you a little as it did for me! Also check the Hair Facts Page for amazing facts about your hair.