If Your Hair Is Shedding More Than Ever Right Now, This Could Be Why

Finding clumps of hair everywhere as the weather gets colder? It's not just the season. Read this.

Seeing a clump of hair on your hairbrush or in the shower can be a scary thing, and there are so many potential causes of thinning hair that searching for a solution can be stressful.

One of the contributors — and perhaps a surprising one — is dandruff. It’s common, too, so if you have it, know you’re far from alone.

“I’ve been treating scalp and hair conditions for more than 25 years, and dandruff is one of the most common issues I see,” said Dr. Paul Farrant, a consultant dermatologist and co-owner of a specialist dermatology clinic in the U.K. called Experts in Skin and Hair. “It can become more common in autumn and winter, especially when the heating is turned on and our skin can dry out.”

Ahead, he and other experts explain how dandruff can lead to hair loss and how to prevent that.

How Dandruff Can Lead To Hair Loss