Why Does Hair Fall Out? What’s Normal vs. When to Take Action 💇‍♀️🧠

You’re brushing your hair… and suddenly the comb is full of it.You’re in the shower… and there’s a mini hair tumbleweed near the drain.

Is it normal? Is something wrong? Should you panic? 😰

The truth is: some hair shedding is totally normal. But when it becomes excessive, sudden, or emotionally distressing, it’s worth understanding what’s going on.

At Lockerbie Lock, we talk with guests all the time who feel worried about hair loss. So let’s break it down—why hair falls out, what’s expected, and how we can help you navigate it.

💡 How Much Hair Loss Is Normal?

Let’s start here:🌿 Losing 50–100 hairs a day is normal.

Your hair grows in cycles—growth, rest, shed. So seeing strands on your pillow or in the shower? That’s part of the process.

BUT...

If you notice:

• Handfuls of hair falling out daily

• Thinning at the crown or part

• A widening hairline

• Bald patches or sudden texture change

👉 That’s your signal to investigate deeper.

🔍 Common Reasons for Hair Loss

🧬 Genetics

If you’ve got a family history of thinning hair or pattern baldness, you may experience similar changes over time.

💥 Stress

Emotional or physical stress (including illness, surgery, or childbirth) can trigger something called telogen effluvium, where your hair shifts into its shedding phase all at once.

🥗 Nutrient Deficiencies

Lack of iron, protein, zinc, or B vitamins can lead to dull, weak, or thinning hair.

💊 Hormonal Shifts

Pregnancy, menopause, thyroid changes, or birth control can all affect how your hair behaves.

💇‍♀️ Overstyling or Damage

Excessive bleaching, tight hairstyles, or frequent heat use can cause traction alopecia or breakage that mimics hair loss.

💆‍♀️ How We Support Clients Experiencing Hair Loss

At Lockerbie Lock, we’re not doctors—but we are hair health pros.

Here’s how we help:

• Gentle Haircuts & Styling: To reduce tension on fragile areas and give the illusion of fuller hair

• Extension Consultation (If Applicable): For safe, natural-looking volume that won’t stress your scalp

• Scalp & Product Recommendations: We’ll suggest professional-grade treatments and routines to help promote a healthy hair environment

• Stylist Support: Because emotional support and honesty matter too

And if something feels beyond our scope, we’ll encourage you to speak with a dermatologist or trichologist.

🌿 Don’t Panic—Take Action

Hair loss can feel overwhelming. But the earlier you notice and act, the more options you have.

✨ Whether it's seasonal shedding or something deeper, you're not alone—and there are solutions.

📍 Let’s Talk About Your Hair Health

Think your hair is thinning? Feeling anxious about how it looks or feels?Come talk to one of our stylists at Lockerbie Lock.

We’ll take a look, talk you through next steps, and help you feel supported—not judged.

👉 Click here to book a gentle consultation or browse our healthy hair services.