As you become older, the natural ageing process can significantly affect your hair. While the hair of some people may continue to be thick and healthy far into their senior years, the hair of others may thin, turn grey, and go through other aging-related changes. You can take the greatest care of your hair as you age by being aware of what to anticipate. 

 

The impacts of ageing on hair and ways to prevent them were explained by Dr. Parthasarathi Dutta Roy of the Asian Hair & Skin Hospital in Bengaluru.

1.Hair loss: Your hair will naturally begin to thin out as you get older. Hormonal changes can gradually reduce hair follicle size and slow down the growth of new hair as you age.

2. Greying Hair: A common indicator of age, greying hair is brought on by a decrease in the amount of melanin that your hair generates. The component that gives your hair colour is called melanin. Tyrosin, an amino acid needed for the synthesis of melanin, is one possible cause, according to research.

3. An increase in dandruff: Dandruff is a common issue for hair that is getting older and is typically brought on by a dry scalp and a compromised immune system. A compromised immune system is less able to combat microorganisms that might worsen dandruff.

4. Brittle Hair: As we age, our sebum production declines, making our hair more fragile and weak. Your scalp produces sebum, an oily, waxy material that keeps your hair looking silky and shining. Your hair may grow brittle and dry without it.

6. Damaged Hair: Your hair may be more prone to damage as you age. Keratin production has decreased, which has caused this. Without adequate keratin, your hair is more prone to breakage and split ends. 8. Drier Hair: Because sebum production declines with age, older hair is frequently drier than younger hair. Split ends, frizz, and other indicators of dryness can result from this. For healthy-looking hair, it's crucial to use a moisturising shampoo and conditioner.

9. Alteration in Hair Texture: As you get older, keratin production declines, which may result in a change in the texture of your hair. Your hair may become unmanageable, wiry, and coarse as a result. Although you can't stop the ageing process, you may take care of your hair now to keep it healthy for longer. Dr. Parthasarathi offers some suggestions on how to take care of your hair so that it is strong and glossy.

 

• Use an emollient conditioner combination with components such African Shea Butter, Wheat Germ, and Soy Proteins after cleansing.

 

• Hot oil treatments and hair masks may both maintain hair supple and fresh. Natural oils can be used to nurture and provide hair more hydration and nutrients, such as sweet almond, sesame, olive, jojoba, or walnut oil.

• Skipping one or two washes to keep the hair's healthy natural oils in place is also useful. Beyond how we wash, style, and utilise products, taking care of ageing hair also involves other factors. By taking vitamins, we can make sure that our strands are supported from the inside out.

 

• Biotin, folic acid, vitamins C and E (including vitamin E derivatives applied topically), and vitamin K are all useful vitamins or supplements.