By Editorial Team 
Losing small amount of hair every day is normal; every person sheds 50 to 100 hairs daily. But if your hair fall go beyond this or you notice clumps of hair falling out, that is a sign of extreme hair loss.
In this article you will get to know the reasons of extreme hair fall, best remedies for it and how to prevent it in an effective way.
Quick self-check: that is your hair fall is extreme.
You have to gently pull a section of your hair in between your three fingers and if more than 5 strand come out then this will count as extreme hair fall.
Another way to do that is hair porosity check; and you can do that by float test. Drop a clean strand of hair into a glass of room-temperature water. If it floats at the top, you have low porosity. If it stays in the middle, you have medium porosity. If it sinks to the bottom, you have high porosity.
Common extreme hair fall reasons
One reason could be Telogen Effluvium this starts 3 to 4 months after your body suffers from major stressors like surgery, illness, childbirth, this can cause 300 hairs to fall per day but cannot lead you to be completely bald.
Which vitamin deficiency causes hair loss?
Severe iron and vitamin D deficiency is the one of the main causes. Low iron level in the blood prevents oxygen from reaching out the hair follicles. This is common in Pakistani women as anemia is widespread here.
Which hormone causes hair loss in male and female?
Hormonal imbalance is also a major cause of hair fall in both male and female.
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT):It is a byproduct of testosterone bind to receptors in hair follicle. It causes follicles to shrink, producing thinner and shorter hair strands until growth stops.
Estrogen and Progesterone:The female sex hormone protects their hair by keeping their active growth phase longer. When this level drops due to menopause or postpartum, androgens like DHT have a more prominent, damaging effect.
Thyroid Hormones: Imbalances from an underactive or overactive thyroid gland disrupt the body’s metabolism and shorten the hair growth cycle
There are various other reason that can lead to hair loss especially in Pakistan for example hard water and humid climate, sweating these factors weaken the scalp and worsen hair loss. In sufficient nutritious diet also play a major role in hair fall. If you eat too few calories and a little protein than your body will start conserving resources and the first function that it will shut down is hair growth. Some medication like blood thinners and blood pressure medicines can also cause extreme hair fall.
Best oil for hair fall in Pakistan
Oiling is considered as the most trustworthy remedy in Pakistani households and this is because of few good reasons. Regular oiling can improve scalp blood circulations and strengthens root. Some best hair options are as below that include;
Coconut oil — penetrates the hair shaft and reduces protein loss
Castor oil — thick and rich in ricinoleic acid, known to support thicker regrowth
Almond oil — lightweight, rich in vitamin E, good for sensitive scalps
Amla oil — a traditional remedy popular in Pakistan, high in vitamin C and antioxidants
Slightly warm the oil before applying, massage into the scalp for 10-15 minutes and leave it for at least one hour or overnight depending upon you hair porosity and than wash it out with a good shampoo.
Best Shampoo for Hair Fall
Choosing a right shampoo matters as much as your diet. You should look for shampoos that are sulfate-free and formulated specifically for hair fall control. Popular and effective options in Pakistan include medicated anti-hair-fall shampoos containing biotin, caffeine, or ketoconazole. Avoid using shampooing with hot water and avoid washing hair every single day as it wash away natural oils and weakens strands further.
Home remedies for Hair Fall
You can also use a few remedies along side with hair oiling that can make your hair even stronger.
Onion juice — Take some onions according to the length of your hair than grind that with a little amount of water a squeeze out all the water leaving the pulp behind after that you can apply that water onto your scalp and leave to for around 15 to 20 minutes and then wash your hairs with shampoo.
Aloe Vera gel — You can also use fresh Aloe Vera on your scalp it will reduce the flakiness and make your hair silky and smooth.
Fenugreek (methi) seeds — Soak fenugreek seeds overnight and next day blend those seeds into a smooth paste like form and apply that to your hair per week.
Egg mask — Eggs are protein rich and can provide strength to your hair and if you don’t like the smell of eggs you can use mayonnaise instead of that. Just apply eggs or mayonnaise on to your scalp all the way down to the tips of your hair and cover it than wait for 15 to 20 minutes and then wash your hairs you can do this weekly.
These remedies only work with good diet and proper hair care. Don’t consider these remedies to work overnight they will work for you but it will take some time but there is no damage of using these remedies and also add pumpkin seed to your diet they are also very beneficial for you hair.