Are you noticing piles of hair strands collected around the drain, and quietly wondering if this is normal? While some hair shedding is perfectly natural, noticing thinning at the crown, a receding hairline, or seeing clumps of hair on your comb every time you do your hair is not. Your scalp is trying to tell you something that needs attention. Do not panic. Here is the good news. There are advanced hair fall treatments available that are safe, effectively target the underlying issue and give you the desired results. If you are looking for the best hair loss treatment, you have landed on the right page. Here's everything you need to know about hair fall, right from spotting early signs of hair loss to understanding the best treatments available at Oliva Clinics.

When Is Hair Fall a Problem?

Losing 50 to 100 strands of hair per day on average is considered normal. However, when you notice excessive shedding beyond this number consistently, your hair is thinning, a receding hairline in an M-shape, or if your crown area is becoming visibly sparse, know that it is a serious concern and you need to see a professional. Multiple factors contribute to hair loss in individuals, which is exactly why a dermatologist-led diagnosis is necessary.

Common causes of hair fall include:

• Genetics: Androgenetic alopecia, also known as male and female pattern baldness, is the most common cause in many individuals.
  
  
• Hormonal imbalances: Hormonal fluctuations during pregnancy, menopause, and conditions like PCOS or thyroid disorders can trigger hair loss.
  
  
• Nutritional deficiencies: Deficiency of iron, vitamin D, and protein can lead to hair loss.
  
  
• Stress: Prolonged stress can trigger telogen effluvium in some individuals, where large amounts of hair are pushed to the resting phase, causing excessive shedding.
  
  
• Postpartum changes: Hormonal shifts after childbirth commonly cause hair loss in most women. Although the condition is temporary, the hair loss is significant.
  
  
• Scalp conditions: Dandruff, inflammation, and fungal scalp infections can weaken follicles over time.
  
  
• Hair styles and chemical treatments: Tight hair styles, frequent use of heating tools like blow dryers, straighteners, and chemical treatments using dyes and bleach can severely damage the hair shaft.
  
  

Why Self-Diagnosis Does Not Work?

Most people think hair fall is due to the products they use. Hence, they try changing oils and shampoos, use hair growth supplements, or over-the-counter products, before consulting a doctor. The truth is that these approaches cannot address the underlying factor, which is actually causing the hair fall. Your hair loss could be because of a hormonal imbalance, follicle miniaturisation, or nutritional deficiency. That’s why you need to see a professional who will determine the root cause and recommend a suitable treatment. Also, identifying it at the early stages will significantly help improve the chances of arresting hair fall and restoring growth.

How Oliva Clinic Diagnoses Hair Loss?

Before any treatment begins, Oliva follows a unique V Discover protocol. This is a comprehensive 5-step consultation process that helps dermatologists identify the exact root cause and curate a customised treatment plan.

During this consultation, this is what you can expect from Oliva’s expert dermato-trichologists:

• They will first review your medical history and check for a family history of baldness. They will also investigate any recent illnesses and assess your stress levels.
  
  
• The trichologists will perform a Trichoscopy to analyse your scalp condition, hair and scalp health, and hair density.
  
  
• They will also recommend some blood tests to determine if hormonal imbalances or nutritional deficiencies are triggering your hair loss.
  
  
• They will further assess your dietary habits and lifestyle factors to evaluate if these may be contributing to your hair loss.
  
  

Only after this thorough assessment, Oliva’s dermatologists will create a personalised hair fall treatment plan that caters to your unique hair growth needs. At Oliva, it is never a one-size-fits-all prescription.

Hair Fall Treatment Options at Oliva Clinics

Depending on the root cause, type, and severity of hair loss, Oliva's dermatologists recommend one or more treatments given below, either as an individual or in combination for the best results.

PRP Hair Treatment

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment is a non-surgical hair regrowth treatment that uses the autologous procedure to regrow hair naturally. Dermatologists draw a small amount of blood from the client’s arm and process it using US FDA-approved centrifuge technology using the double spin method to separate the platelet-rich plasma from the blood. This plasma contains concentrated growth factors, which the dermatologists inject into the client’s hair loss-affected areas of the scalp.

These growth factors activate the dormant follicles, stimulate new hair growth, and improve overall hair density. Dermatologists usually recommend PRP for the early stages of androgenetic alopecia. The treatment is virtually painless, involves no downtime, and most clients require 6 to 8 sessions for optimal results.

QR678 Neo Treatment

QR678 Neo is a dual-patented (US and India), scientifically formulated peptide-based hair regrowth treatment available at Oliva. Unlike PRP, it does not require blood extraction from the client. Instead, it uses a plant-derived biomimetic peptide solution containing growth factors, nutrients, and vitamins. Dermatologists inject this solution directly into the affected areas of the scalp. This action helps revive dormant follicles and prolongs the hair growth cycle.

Dermatologists may recommend QR678 treatment to clients suffering from hair loss due to androgenetic alopecia, postpartum hair fall, and chronic telogen effluvium. Additionally, they will also use this treatment for combating hair loss caused by nutritional or hormonal causes. Most clients saw a visible reduction in hair fall within 2 to 3 sessions of their treatment, with significant regrowth after 4 to 6 sessions.

Hair Thread Treatment

Hair Threads is a minimally invasive procedure available at Oliva that uses ultra-fine, bio-absorbable PDO threads. Dermatologists insert these PDO threads into the client’s affected areas of the scalp. These threads are bioabsorbable and biodegradable, which stimulate epidermal growth factors and strengthen the hair follicles. They also enhance blood circulation in the scalp, encouraging new hair growth. This treatment is particularly recommended for those individuals experiencing mild to moderate hair thinning.

Exosomes Hair Treatment

Exosomes Hair Treatment is an advanced treatment for hair loss available at Oliva. This regenerative hair therapy works by repairing damaged follicles, reducing hair fall, and promoting new growth at the cellular level. Exosomes are nano-messenger vesicles that contain growth factors, proteins, peptides, and microRNAs. Dermatologists deliver these exosomes into the client's scalp either using a syringe or an MPen. These exosomes get absorbed into the scalp and start their work to naturally rejuvenate your scalp. Clients will notice reduced hair shedding in 1-2 sessions of the treatment and observe their hair density and thickness improve within 2-3 months. This treatment is ideal for both men and women experiencing hair thinning and patterned hair loss.

Hair Transplant

Dermatologists at Oliva may recommend Hair transplant treatment for advanced or long-standing hair loss. Hair transplant is a surgical hair restoration procedure and a permanent solution for individuals with balding or severe hair loss. In this procedure, the surgeons extract healthy follicles from the donor area and relocate them to thinning or bald areas of the scalp. This treatment delivers natural-looking, lasting results.

Topical and Oral Medications

Dermatologists may prescribe topical solutions to treat hair loss in some individuals. They may also suggest vitamin supplements or anti-androgen oral medications. They may recommend these individually or alongside the in-clinic procedures to support and sustain the results of clinical treatments.

What Makes Oliva Different?

Oliva has over 125 certified MD dermatologists and trichologists across 34 clinics in India, bringing genuine medical expertise to every hair loss concern. The clinic maintains a client satisfaction rate exceeding 97% for hair loss treatments. This reflects the quality of care from expert staff and the consistency of results from the scientifically backed treatments.

Every treatment at Oliva is personalised to an individual’s hair care needs and led by an expert dermatologist-led team, using US FDA-approved technology.

Take the First Step Before It Gets Harder to Reverse

Hair fall needs to be addressed in the early stages. The earlier you identify and intervene, the easier it is to reverse hair loss. Since hair fall is progressive, any delay leads to a challenge in preserving and reviving the existing hair follicles. If you are noticing more hair than usual on your pillow, in your comb, or around the shower drain, it is a sign that you need to see a professional. Don't wait.