6 Common Hair Problems And How To Fix Them

To prevent more breakage from happening, blow-dry your hair on cool, and use a fine-toothed comb instead of a brush to detangle (brushing can drag the knots and result in breakage). If you use heat styling tools daily, invest in a quality heat protectant and avoid placing heat directly on to the ends of hair. According to Gillen, the key lies in pH-balancing hair care, which uses ingredients like lactic acid to regulate how your skin produces oil. It might take a month or two to fully regulate the oil production, so in the meantime try to cut back on hair-washing and opt for dry shampoo between washes. RELATED: I Tried Over 25 Volumizing Hair Products—These Are the Only Ones Worth Buying For worse cases, you could ask your dermatologist about a prescription shampoo like ketoconazole, which affects two hormones associated with hair loss—testosterone and dihydrotestosterone (DHT). If you continue to notice a lack of hair on your head, see a doctor. It could be a symptom of a greater problem (like thyroid problems, iron deficiency anemia, and more). RELATED: Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Hair Loss—and How to Live With It RELATED: 5 Best Ways to Fight Dandruff and Soothe Your Itchy Scalp—Including One Natural Remedy