Hair loss can have a profound impact on a woman's self-esteem and quality of life. This article examines the causes and available treatments, including the innovative tricology holistic approach, to combat female hair loss.
What is hair loss in women?
While male pattern baldness tends to be more evident on the top of the head and temples, hair fall in women typically presents as diffuse thinning on the top of the scalp. This condition affects approximately 40% of women at some point in their lives. Although it usually occurs in postmenopausal women, it can also appear earlier in life.
Causes of hair loss in women
There are several causes of female hair loss, including genetic factors, hormonal factors, autoimmune diseases and stress. In addition, the condition is closely related to androgens—male sex hormones that are also present in women at lower levels.
Testosterone (a type of androgen) is converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the scalp. DHT binds to androgen receptors in the hair follicles, resulting in a shorter hair growth cycle and smaller and thinner hair follicles. Over time, this causes progressive hair thinning and, ultimately, hair loss.
How is hair loss in women diagnosed?
Patients are generally diagnosed based on their medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests to rule out other causes of hair loss, such as nutritional deficiencies and thyroid disease. Hair thinning patterns and a family history of baldness may also help confirm the diagnosis.
Professional hair loss treatment for women
There are several treatments currently available to combat hair fall in women. These treatments range from topical and oral medications to more advanced therapies, procedures, and medication, such as minoxidil, antiandrogens, hormone therapy, laser therapy, and hair transplants.
mesoestetic® offers a comprehensive approach to hair loss, using the tricology method, consisting of a professional treatment followed by home-use products designed to maximise the results and manage mild hair loss effectively.
Our c.prof 231 dutexome solution contains vitamins to control hair loss and an exclusive combination of exosomes, dutasteride 0.05%, copper tripeptide, biotin, and other B vitamins. It is formulated to reduce hair loss, improve hair strength and density and boost scalp hydration.
This solution involves a series of 7 monthly transepidermal shock treatment sessions, followed by quarterly follow-up sessions every three months to prevent the rebound effect and further hair loss.
Tricology treatment results: before and after
Home-use products
The tricology home-use product range features three anti-hair loss products with innovative formulas and cutting-edge active ingredients. These products are designed to be used together for maximum efficacy and enhanced results.
Anti-hair loss lotion
tricology lotion is a revolutionary anti-hair loss hair lotion specifically designed for home use to revitalise and replenish weak, brittle and fragile hair.
This topical treatment features an advanced formula containing exosomes and peptides that help prevent female hair loss and produce thicker, better quality and more beautiful hair.
Exosomes are tiny microscopic vesicles that act as powerful metabolic stimulants, delivering bioactive substances directly to the hair follicles. Peptides are small chains of amino acids that help to repair and strengthen hair follicles. The formula also contains Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto) extract, a well-known dihydrotestosterone (DHT) blocking agent in hair follicles. It also contains B vitamins (biotin, dexpanthenol, and pyridoxine) and zinc, helping to promote healthy hair growth.
Women's hair loss shampoo
Our tricology shampoo is a strengthening anti-hair loss solution that regulates excess sebum on the scalp to create a healthier environment for hair growth. Its formula contains Palmaria palmata, a seaweed with revitalising and blood circulation-stimulating properties that help to promote stronger and healthier hair growth.
This shampoo is also enriched with vitamin B, an essential nutrient for healthy hair, and zinc, a sebum-regulating mineral crucial for maintaining a balanced, beautiful and healthy scalp.
Anti-hair loss capsules
Our tricology caps are a dietary supplement designed to combat hair loss effectively and strengthen hair follicles from the inside out.
These capsules have been meticulously developed to provide the essential nutrients for beautiful, strong and healthy hair.
One of the key active ingredients is 5α-blocker®, an innovative compound that acts on 5-alpha-reductase, the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that can cause hair follicles to shrink and subsequently fall out.
5α-blocker® works by helping to keep the hair follicles in good condition, significantly reducing hair loss. The capsules are also enriched with vitamin B and zinc.
Hair loss can have a significant physical and emotional impact on a woman's life. Fortunately, this condition can be managed and minimised with a proper understanding of the causes. Adopting an effective hair routine and considering comprehensive solutions such as tricology can really make a difference. Why not try tricology for yourself?
Diego Pérez
Specialist in medical devices for injection
In charge of the mesoestetic® portfolio aimed at aesthetic doctors such as injections of hyaluronic acid for fillers and mesotherapy, and transdermal solutions and hair care.