Hair fall can be a concern year-round and seasonal hair loss can happen at any time. "On average, we lose between 100 and 150 hairs a day. Women with long hair notice it more in the strands left behind in the brush, shower, pillow, or on their shoulders," explains Dr Miguel Sánchez Viera, director of Instituto de Dermatología Integral.
Add to this other contributing factors like stress , certain medications, post-partum changes, illnesses, or low-calorie diets, and it becomes essential to recognise when hair loss should be a cause for concern. Noticing the signs of hair loss can raise concerns. Is it a temporary, normal occurrence, or is it time to see a doctor? While there's no universal answer, there are signs that can clarify the situation.
"Seasonal hair loss tends to be more intense during hair washing or daily brushing," explains dermatologist Cristina de Hoyos. "In most conditions that cause hair loss, the shedding is slow and continuous, with no specific moments or triggers." In other words, if your hair is falling out more during specific activities, like washing, it's likely not a cause for alarm.
This type of hair loss, known as telogen effluvium, is usually temporary and resolves on its own without treatment. Another form of occasional hair loss, common after stressful events or pregnancy (specifically 3 to 4 months postpartum), is also normal and doesn’t typically require medical intervention, as it's linked to a drop in estrogen levels that causes hair to .