The 7 Main Reasons People Lose Their Hair

If you’ve noticed more hair in your brush, shower drain, or on your pillow lately, you’re not alone. Hair loss affects millions of men and women worldwide — and it’s not just about vanity. Our hair can be a reflection of our overall health, so when it starts thinning or shedding excessively, it’s often a sign that something deeper is going on.

August is Hair Loss Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to shine a light on why hair loss happens and what you can do to support your scalp and follicles for thicker, healthier hair.

Below, we’ll cover the seven most common reasons people lose their hair, plus one easy way to help keep your strands strong and full.

1. Hair Follicles Get Stuck in the Resting Phase

Your hair doesn’t grow continuously — it moves through a cycle of growth (anagen), transition (catagen), and rest/shedding (telogen).

When too many follicles get “stuck” in the telogen phase, new growth slows or stops altogether, leading to noticeable thinning.

This can be triggered by stress, illness, hormonal changes, or nutrient deficiencies.

The good news? Research has shown that certain plant-based compounds — like AnaGain™ Nu, present in our Hair Renewal formula — can “wake up” dormant follicles and push them back into the growth phase.

2. Genetics and Age-Related Decline

Genetics play a big role in how much hair you keep as you age. But even without a strong genetic link, natural aging causes hair follicles to shrink, producing thinner, weaker strands.

By your 40s, 50s, and beyond, your follicles may also take longer to regenerate after shedding. That’s why age-related thinning often appears gradual — but steady — over time. 

Supporting follicles with targeted nutrients can help slow this process and maintain fuller hair for longer.

3. Hormonal Imbalances

Hormones regulate nearly every function in your body — including hair growth.

Fluctuations caused by menopause, thyroid disorders, pregnancy, or even chronic stress can send your hair cycle into chaos.

When hormones shift, follicles may enter the shedding phase prematurely, leading to increased hair loss. 

Addressing these imbalances and nourishing the scalp with antioxidants and hair-supportive compounds can help restore a healthier growth rhythm.

4. Nutrient Deficiencies

Your hair is made mostly of protein, but it also relies on key vitamins and minerals like biotin, vitamin E, zinc, and certain amino acids.

If your diet is lacking — or if your body struggles to absorb nutrients properly — your follicles may not have the building blocks they need to produce strong, healthy hair. Over time, strands can become brittle, thin, and prone to shedding.

5. Damage from Chemical, Heat, or Styling Stress

Tight hairstyles, bleaching, chemical relaxers, and frequent heat styling can cause breakage and long-term follicle damage.

In some cases, repeated trauma to the hair and scalp can even cause permanent hair loss.

Gentle care, reduced heat, and protective styling are essential for preserving hair health — but internal nourishment plays an equally important role in recovery.

6. Poor Scalp Health & Inflammation

Healthy hair starts at the scalp. Conditions like dandruff, dermatitis, clogged follicles, or low circulation can create an environment where hair struggles to grow.

Inflammation and oxidative stress around the follicles can weaken hair roots, making it easier for strands to fall out before their time. Supporting scalp health with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant nutrients helps keep the follicle environment strong and growth-friendly.

7. Ineffective Absorption of Hair-Supporting Nutrients

Even if you’re eating a healthy diet and taking supplements, your body still has to absorb and deliver those nutrients to your follicles.

The problem? Many standard pills and powders break down in digestion before they can make a difference.

That’s why micelle liposomal delivery has become such a game-changer — it helps nutrients survive digestion and reach your cells in a highly absorbable form, where they can actually be used to support hair growth.

The Bottom Line

Hair loss is complex, and often caused by a combination of these factors. While you can’t change your genetics, you can give your body the tools it needs to keep your follicles healthy and active.

Purality Health’s Liposomal Hair Renewal combines clinically studied AnaGain™ Nu with biotin, vitamin E, and micelle liposomal delivery — helping your body absorb and use these nutrients more effectively so you can support thicker, fuller hair naturally.

Learn more about Liposomal Hair Renewal here (plus claim a special offer) >>