The complete guide: causes, types and natural care for hair loss, all in one place.
A good hair loss routine rests on three things: a healthy scalp, gentle daily care with natural ingredients, and understanding what is behind the shedding. Below you will find every InaEssentials guide, grouped by topic, so you can build your routine step by step.
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Causes and types of hair loss
The first step towards healthy hair is understanding why it falls. These guides explain the main causes of hair loss and its different types.
Types of Hair Loss: Symptoms and Treatment Methods →
The different types of hair loss and how to recognise your own case.
Hair Loss from Stress: What Really Helps →
How emotional strain affects hair and what helps.
Hair loss
5 common causes of hair loss
Most often several factors combine
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Hormonal changes: pregnancy, childbirth, menopause
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Stress and fatigue
3
A shortage of iron, zinc and vitamins
4
Scalp and dandruff: an irritated scalp
5
Heredity
Understanding the cause is the first step towards healthy hair.
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Seasonal hair loss
Hair has a natural cycle that shifts with the seasons. Find out why shedding feels heavier in spring and autumn, and how to respond.
Seasonal Hair Loss: Causes and Natural Solutions →
Why hair sheds more as the seasons change.
Autumn hair loss: why hair sheds more in autumn →
Why hair sheds more in autumn and how to respond.
Hair loss · The hair cycle
The 3 phases of a hair
Every hair goes through a natural cycle
Growth
2-7 yrs
active growth
Transition
2-3 wks
the follicle shrinks
Rest
~3 mths
the hair sheds and renews
With hair loss, more hairs are in the shedding phase at once.
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Hair loss in different situations
Some periods of life put hair under more strain. These guides look at hair loss after childbirth, in men and after illness.
Postpartum hair loss: causes and natural care →
Shedding after childbirth and gentle care while breastfeeding.
Men's hair loss: causes and natural care →
Heredity, hormones and scalp care in men.
Hair loss after illness and COVID: why it happens and how to respond →
Why hair sheds after a fever and how to support it.
But when is shedding within normal limits, and when is it worth attention? Here is a quick guide.
Hair loss · What is normal
When shedding is normal
A guide to daily hair loss
Normal
50-100
hairs a day
Watch
100+
hairs regularly and in clumps
If you consistently notice more, consult a specialist.
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Solutions and products for hair loss
Once you know the cause, care comes next. See how to choose a shampoo and which natural ingredients support your hair.
Nettle vs Castor Oil for Hair Loss: Why Lightness Wins →
A comparison of two popular natural options.
Nettle Shampoo Reviews: What Our Customers Really Say →
Real reviews and customer experience.
The hair loss routine step by step
An effective hair loss routine is not complicated. Here are the core steps that bring together the advice from all the guides above:
Hair care
Hair loss routine
4 simple steps to a healthy scalp
1
Washing with a gentle sulphate-free shampoo
2
A scalp spray with nettle and clary sage, every day
3
Eating for iron, zinc and B vitamins
4
Consistency over several months
A healthy scalp = fuller, livelier hair.
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A natural solution for hair loss: Hydrobiotic Nettle & Clary Sage
Scalp care sits at the heart of every hair loss routine. Hydrobiotic Nettle & Clary Sage is a spray that tones the scalp and supports the feeling of fuller hair every day.
🌿 Nettle
Rich in minerals, it tones the scalp, supports circulation around the roots and contributes to the feeling of fuller hair.
🌸 Clary sage
Soothes and refreshes the scalp, helps balance oiliness and creates a comfortable environment for the hair.
🧬 Postbiotic complex
Supports the scalp's natural microbiome, calms the feeling of itching and irritation and leaves hair visibly livelier.
A natural solution
The power of nettle and clary sage
What Hydrobiotic Nettle & Clary Sage does
🍃
Reduces
hair loss
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Stimulates
growth
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Soothes
itching
❄️
Reduces
dandruff
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Strengthens
the roots
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Balances
the microbiome
💚Nettle
Tones the scalp, supports circulation around the roots and contributes to the feeling of fuller hair.
💚Clary sage
Soothes the scalp, helps balance oiliness and creates a comfortable environment for the hair.
💚Postbiotic complex
Supports the scalp's natural microbiome and eases the feeling of itching and irritation.
Gentle care without harsh chemicals.
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The ingredients work in synergy to support hair from the root and bring back the feeling of vitality, without harsh chemicals.
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Real customer reviews
Rated 4.86/5 from over 542 real InaEssentials customer reviews.
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Victoria✔ Verified purchase
★★★★★
This spray for hair loss and oily scalp has worked an absolute miracle for my hair and my oily scalp. Every time I'd shower and then towel-dry my hair, it would just break and fly everywhere, falling out in huge amounts. And then, two or three days later, my scalp would be drastically oily, and I'd have to jump straight back in the shower. But ever since I found InaEssentials products last December and decided to order this amazing spray, it's done wonders not just for my hair, but for my scalp too. After using it for a while, I noticed there was no sign left of the endless oiliness or the mad hair loss. I can honestly say I'm delighted, buzzing even, and proud of myself for taking the chance on this spray. I'd highly recommend it to you, ladies, I'm sure you'll be just as happy with it and see the brilliant results for yourselves.
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Isabella F.✔ Verified purchase
★★★★★
This Shampoo is absolutely amazing. My teenage daughter developed sudden onset hair loss. We were waiting months for a dermatologist appointment. I hadn't bought anything from InaEssentials, but was so worried I had to give the nettle Shampoo a try. We were both not really expecting much change, but seriously, look at the before and after photos, they are real and I am truly gobsmacked, the hair has regrown. We finally had a dermatologist appointment and she took down the name of the Shampoo. Who knows she might start prescribing it! Amazing Shampoo. Amazing company. I will be rebuying and will recommend to anyone and everyone.
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Lucy Wells✔ Verified purchase
★★★★★
Right, so about the shampoo. I got with my last order, I have to say it's absolutely brilliant. I never thought it'd have such an effect on my hair loss. I can tell you, after about 3 weeks of using it, the hair loss has gone down loads. It smells lovely too, and gives a nice gentle lather. The Crème de rose is just as wonderful. All the products I've tried are really good, the only downside is they're a bit pricey for the average wage, so I only buy them when there are promotions... but sure that's another story, isn't it?
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Imogen M.✔ Verified purchase
★★★★★
The Natural Wild Nettle Shampoo for Hair. Loss is a truly brilliant product! After just the first use, I knew this was the shampoo for me! My hair loss stopped by the second week, but not only that, my hair stays clean and in great condition. I've been using this shampoo for a year now and I alternate it with the Natural Rose Oil Shampoo. I also periodically use the Natural Hair Conditioner with Rosemary and White Fir Oil. I'm delighted to be able to use these wonderful Bulgarian products! Cheers, Reneta
About the InaEssentials family
InaEssentials is a family-run Bulgarian brand of natural cosmetics, inspired by the power of herbs. We create gentle formulas with nettle, clary sage and rosemary that support the beauty of your hair naturally.
We believe hair care starts with a healthy scalp and clean, understandable ingredients you can trust every day.
Frequently asked questions about the hair loss routine
How do I start a hair loss routine?
Start with caring for a healthy scalp. Choose a gentle, sulphate-free shampoo and a nettle and clary sage spray that tones the scalp every day.
How long does it take to see a result?
Hair has its own natural cycle, so consistency matters. Most people keep the routine for several months before they notice a difference in density and vitality.
When should I see a dermatologist about hair loss?
If shedding is sudden, severe, patchy or lasts more than a few months, it is worth consulting a dermatologist to establish the cause.
Can natural care replace treatment for hair loss?
Natural cosmetic care supports scalp health and the feeling of density, but it is not a treatment. For a medical condition, please see a specialist.
Sources and important information
The information in this article is for educational purposes and does not replace a consultation with a specialist. InaEssentials products are cosmetic care products, not medicines, and are not intended to diagnose or treat. If hair loss is prolonged or severe, please see a dermatologist.
