Diffuse hair loss, fragile and brittle hair, dryness and loss of shine… These symptoms are often indicative of a significant hormonal imbalance, more precisely a lack of thyroid hormones . Fortunately, there are now treatments to limit the loss of hair density: targeted anti-hair loss treatments but also beauty tech innovations such as the LED helmet . Nooance Paris reveals the link between hair loss and hypothyroidism , to understand the origin of this hormonal imbalance and regain healthy and healthy hair.
Please note : The information shared in this article is not a substitute for personalized medical care. If you experience symptoms or a proven hormonal disorder (hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism), it is essential to consult a healthcare professional.
Thyroid and hair loss: understanding the hormonal role
When the thyroid slows down, the hair cycle stops
Thyroid hormones T3 (triiodothyronine) and T4 (thyroxine) are produced by the thyroid gland. They are essential for regulating cellular metabolism, particularly that of hair follicles and therefore the hair cycle.
The life cycle of a hair has three phases:
- Anagen: This is the growth phase, where the hormones T3 and T4 act to stimulate hair growth.
- Catagen: transition phase
- Telogen: resting phase, before shedding
When the hair cycle slows down due to hypothyroidism, hair enters the shedding phase (telogen) prematurely, resulting in diffuse and sometimes severe hair loss.
Hair symptoms that don't lie: diffuse hair loss, dry and brittle hair
In cases of thyroid deficiency, significant hair loss is generally observed (this phenomenon is called telogen effluvium): hair falls out in clumps, the hair becomes thinner and lacks volume, a rougher texture with brittle ends and sometimes also a partial or total loss of hair on the outer part of the eyebrows.
The 3-step strategy to slow hair loss and stimulate growth
A combined and comprehensive 3-pillar approach is essential to treat thyroid problems, support the body and locally stimulate the scalp.
Pillar #1: Balancing the thyroid through medical treatment
In case of symptoms or diagnosis (hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism), it is essential to consult a health professional: the endocrinologist can prescribe a suitable treatment such as Levothyroxine, which helps to treat the medical cause (compensate for insufficient hormone production) before acting on lifestyle.
Pillar #2: Nourish the follicle from the inside through micronutrition
Once a medical diagnosis has been made, it's essential to take action on your diet, particularly your nutrition. Blood tests can help you assess deficiencies in essential nutrients, which are very common in cases of hypothyroidism: iron, zinc, selenium, biotin, etc. A lack of vitamins or nutrients has a direct impact on hair quality and regrowth.
Pillar #3: Stimulate the scalp from the outside using light energy
Photobiomodulation in beauty and cosmetics is still little known, but it offers many benefits, such as complementing anti-hair loss treatments. Today, cutting-edge technologies such as LED light can work deep within hair follicles to stimulate growth more effectively than hair care products.
Photobiomodulation: beauty tech for hair health
Photobiomodulation, or red light therapy, is gradually becoming established in the field of hair health, driven by scientific research that confirms its benefits on hair growth and vitality.
What is red LED light therapy?
LED light therapy is a non-invasive technique that uses specific wavelengths to penetrate the scalp and deeply stimulate natural hair growth mechanisms.
With the innovations in our range of beauty tech products, it is now possible to benefit from this technology from home, with devices that are accessible, safe and suitable for regular use.
Light boosts cell energy for better growth
The red light thus reaches the cells of the hair follicle and acts directly at the source by stimulating mitochondrial activity, cellular energy production (ATP), and local blood circulation. This process reduces microinflammation around the follicle and promotes an environment conducive to active hair growth.
The use of an LED face mask is based on a mechanism of action similar to that of LED helmets for hair: the emitted light penetrates the tissues to stimulate cellular activity, improve circulation and promote regeneration, whether at the level of the skin or the scalp.
Nooance LED Hair Helmet: Cutting-edge technology, delivered straight to your home
Painless and without side effects, the Nooance photobiomodulation helmet is an essential ally for strengthening anti-hair loss treatments and stimulating blood circulation. It can be easily integrated into daily life: a few minutes per session, several times a week, is enough to restore volume and shine and stimulate hair production.
FAQs about hair loss and hypothyroidism: what you need to know
Is hair loss due to hypothyroidism reversible?
Yes, hair loss related to hypothyroidism is generally reversible with proper treatment. By restoring proper hormonal balance and a "normal" hair growth cycle through medical treatment (such as levothyroxine), hair follicles resume activity and promote hair growth. However, this regeneration can take time.
How long can I expect to see improvement with this strategy?
After hormone treatment for hypothyroidism, hair follicles resume their growth cycle. For faster, better-quality hair regrowth, a few months are necessary. You can boost hair growth with a suitable routine and the use of an LED helmet: discover Nooance user reviews on photobiomodulation .
Is the Nooance LED Helmet safe with my thyroid medication?
Yes, the Nooance LED helmet is generally safe to use even if you are undergoing thyroid treatment. Photobiomodulation acts locally on hair follicles without interfering with medications or your thyroid function. This non-invasive technology does not alter hormones, but stimulates cellular energy production in the scalp to promote hair regrowth.
Should treatment be continued even when hair grows back?
It's essential to continue your thyroid treatment even if you notice an improvement in hair loss and better hair density. We also recommend maintaining a healthy lifestyle (diet rich in essential minerals and nutrients) and a beauty routine tailored to your hair type to prevent further hair loss in the future.
In summary: get back thick and healthy hair with a suitable routine
Hair loss related to thyroid dysfunction isn't inevitable: by taking action now, you can limit hair loss and promote hair growth. At Nooance-Paris, we promote a holistic health approach that combines rigorous medical monitoring, appropriate nutrition, and innovative technologies like photobiomodulation offered by our LED helmet.
