Noticing hair loss? Dermatologist reveals why it's happening and what you can do about it

TRENDING Stories Videos Your SayHe said: "Female hair loss can happen for several different reasons. Female pattern baldness, ageing, hormonal changes, and poor hair care are all culprits behind hair loss |Female pattern baldness, also known as androgenic alopecia, is the most common cause of hair loss worldwide. Other causes of hair loss include childbirth, illness, cancer treatment, poor hair care, and some medications. Dr Johnson described this as "one of the most successful" treatments for female pattern hair loss, although some studies indicate it may be effective for other types of hair loss too. Red light therapy can also be employed as a hair loss solution, and is a firm favourite of the dermatologist.