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research Incidence of hair loss concerns in women who wear the hijab: an exploratory survey
Many Hijabi women worry about hair loss, but fewer actually experience it.
research Abstracts from the 2025 WDS Forum
Pregnancy skin issues can lead to complications, seborrheic dermatitis is linked to STDs, community education helps homeless women's skin, topical timolol is safe for infant hemangiomas, synthetic progestins affect melasma risk, and hijab-related hair loss affects mental health, with cultural barriers limiting treatment access.
research Religious headwear and alopecia: considerations for dermatologists
Religious headwear can cause hair loss, so dermatologists should offer culturally sensitive advice to prevent it.
research Low Zinc Status Among Palestinian University Students is Related to Hair Loss But Not Diet Score
Appropriate zinc levels may help prevent hair loss in university students.
research The Relationship Between the Use of Headscarves (Hijab) and Hair Loss (Effluvium) Prevalence in Medical Students
Wearing headscarves does not cause hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Does anyone here have a receeding hairline from wearing the hijab?
A female user discusses hair loss possibly caused by wearing a hijab, considering treatments like derma stamping, hair serum, Nizoral shampoo, rosemary/castor oil, and possibly a hair transplant. Others suggest traction alopecia from hijab use and recommend consulting a dermatologist, with treatments like spironolactone and minoxidil.
community Hair loss as a hijabi in the middle east
A woman experiencing hair loss, exacerbated by wearing a hijab, is seeking advice for her upcoming wedding. She has tried various treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, and stem cell therapy, and is considering using hair fibers and extensions to cover her scalp.
community Hormones and hair loss (23F)
The user is experiencing severe hair loss, possibly due to telogen effluvium, after stress, poor nutrition, and hormonal changes. They are using Nizoral and supplements but are considering hormonal treatments like spironolactone despite previous side effects.
community due to medication, age, over use of color and heat, my hair began to fall out and break. I shaved my head (35F) and I’m horrified at myself now
A woman experienced significant hair loss due to medication, hair coloring, and heat damage, leading her to shave her head and feel distressed. She is considering using wigs and possibly oral minoxidil to manage the situation while her hair regrows.
community My hair loss story. Possible thinning and balding. Pic included. Do I have any hope?
The user is experiencing hair loss and has tried natural remedies like hibiscus shampoo and an oil mixture with coconut oil, curry leaves, fenugreek seeds, and castor oil, but saw no lasting improvement. They are advised to consult a dermatologist and consider treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo.