The link between head and shoulders and hair loss is a very unclear one but many doctors so called experts claim there is no connection between using head and shoulders and hair loss and it’s simply a coincidence between using head and shoulders and genetics kicking in.

Others believe that since using head and shoulders instead of clearing up there scalp issues it started to thin out there hair and cause hair loss. I’ve personally used head and shoulders and did notice a bit of thinning while using it and stopped using it immediately after trying to figure out what exactly was causing hair loss for a few months.

The main ingredient of head and shoulders Zinc Pyrithione has been researched thoroughly and is an antiseborrheic ingredient, which means it will slow the down the process at which skin cells develop. Basically less shedding means less dandruff, well that’s what they claim.

It’s really overwhelming to see the amount of people complaining about the link between head and shoulders and hair loss and some of the possible reasons are the following

Clogging pores – Is head and shoulders removing the dandruff or simply adding a layer of thick shampoo onto the scalp. Moisturizing dead skin cells and sticking them back onto the scalp without actually removing them.

Doesn’t Wash out Easily – This I believe is one of the main reasons people associate head and shoulders and hair loss , the shampoo is very thick and when you already worried about hair loss you tend to rinse your head gently and sometimes too gently to remove the shampoo. Which means you scalp has a layer of shampoo on it clogging up your pores and giving your scalp no circulation. Did they even design this shampoo to rinse out easily: S.

Too much zinc? – We know too much zinc can cause hair loss, especially the orally ingested kind and could this be true when it comes to using zinc pyrithione ? it could be I dunno if some experts want to chime in. Some people claim this but I haven’t research the topic of zinc overdosing.

Allergies or clashing with Prescription Medication – They also warn you not to use head and shoulders when pregnant , taking prescription or non prescription drugs or if your allergic to any of the ingredients in head and shoulders.

Head and Shoulders Conditioner – I found the head and shoulders conditioner even worse than the shampoo and almost impossible to rinse out fully. Felt like I was walking around with head weighed down by some weight.

Just a Coincidence – many people see the link as sheer coincidence but when you hear stories of 16 year olds complaining about head and shoulders and hair loss it makes you wonder, but still there must be a percentage of people who are experiencing genetic conditions.

So now that you’ve stopped using head and shoulder its time to try and reclaim some of that hair you lost and improve the state of your scalp and hair. The first thing I would do is go out and buy a good cleansing shampoo. We want to remove all that dirt and leftover shampoo off your scalp , go get your hair steamed to help lift off some of the dead skin and anything left on your scalp.

Some things you can do to speed up your Re-Growth

1. Buy an organic shampoo and try and avoid sulfates (used in pool cleaners) , try something with added protein , vitamins and minerals. Perhaps some oils to help with dandruff including tea tree oil, coconut oil, jojoba things like that. Go for a mild gentle shampoo
   
2. Massage your scalp to remove dead skin and dirt on your scalp. This also improves circulation and brings nutrient rich blood to your hair roots.
3. Hair Vitamins are important when re-growing your hair, try to increase the amount of vegetables in your diet or try a hair vitamin pill/capsule. Usually containing magnesium, biotin, and folic acid.
4. Eat healthy and Exercise and most importantly try not to stress

Good luck everyone , keep you hair and scalps healthy :)