Female Hair Loss: Causes, Conditions and Treatments
Hair loss in women is more common than many people realise and can be triggered by a range of factors including hormonal changes, stress, and medical conditions. Identifying the symptoms early and understanding the underlying cause can help guide effective treatment.
Understanding Female Hair Loss
Female hair loss is often dismissed or misdiagnosed. The truth is that millions of women experience significant hair thinning or loss — and the causes are highly varied. Without expert diagnosis, ineffective treatments are common.
At The Hair Centre, our specialist trichologist Gary Heron has over 40 years of experience diagnosing and treating every form of female hair loss. He will identify the exact cause and create a personalised treatment plan tailored to your specific condition and lifestyle.
Common Causes of Hair Loss in Women
Female Pattern Baldness
Gradual thinning at the crown and parting — the most common permanent hair loss in women.
Learn more →Telogen Effluvium
Sudden excessive shedding following pregnancy, illness, stress or dietary change.
Learn more →Alopecia Areata
Autoimmune patchy hair loss — can affect any part of the scalp or body.
Learn more →PCOS Hair Loss
Hormonal hair thinning linked to polycystic ovary syndrome.
Learn more →Traction Alopecia
Hair loss caused by tight hairstyles — braids, weaves, extensions, ponytails.
Learn more →Diffuse Thinning
General thinning across the whole scalp — often nutritional or hormonal.
Learn more →Real Results from Our Female Patients
Hanna's Hair Loss Transformation
We helped Hanna recover from severe Diffuse Thinning. Learn how we helped.
Anna's Hair Loss Transformation
We helped Anna recover from Female Pattern Balding. Learn how we helped.
Sue's Hair Loss Transformation
We helped Sue overcome Telogen Effluvium and restore her hair density. Learn how we helped.
Rachel's Hair Loss Transformation
We helped Rachel recover from Alopecia Areata. Learn how we helped.
Angela's Hair Loss Transformation
We helped Angela recover from chemical damage and Traction Alopecia. Learn how we helped.
Trichologist
Gary Heron
With over 40 years' experience diagnosing and treating hair loss conditions, Gary has helped thousands of patients understand their condition and find the right treatment path.
- 40+ years specialist experience in trichology
- Diagnosis-first approach to treatment planning
- Personalised treatment plans for all hair loss types
- Proven track record with thousands of patients
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Call us on 0203 468 7598 and arrange an appointment.
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