If you have noticed your hairline receding or your crown thinning, you are likely experiencing hair fall or hair loss. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 40% of women have visible hair loss by the time they hit 40 years old. Whether you are a man or a woman, losing hair can be pretty devastating for self-image and emotional wellbeing.

Fortunately, hair fall or hair loss tends to happen gradually, meaning you have enough time to find the causes and take the best corrective measures to remedy the trend. This piece focuses on why women lose their hair and the treatments that help reverse or slow down the balding process.