You can follow these 10 ways to stop hair loss beginning with the shampoo you use.

It can be disturbing to find tufts of hair on your pillow or to find that there are more hairs in the shower drain than usual. The good news? Though it's one of the easiest-to-manage hair issues if you do it right. And it all begins with the product you use daily – shampoo. The best hair fall control shampoo for your scalp type is often the biggest lever you can pull and combined with some simple habits, it can make the difference between continued shedding and visibly stronger hair.

From basic to more advanced, here are 10 dermatologist-approved steps to take to prevent hair loss.

The first step is to determine which is the best hair fall control shampoo for your scalp type.The first step is to identify which hair fall control shampoo is best for your scalp.

But not all shampoos will work the same and the wrong shampoo can silently aggravate hair loss. Shampoos containing the use of harsh sulfates (such as SLS or SLES) will also remove the natural oils from your scalp which can cause the hair to be dry, irritated, and more likely to pull apart. Don't trust advertisements on the bottle rather use the ingredients list when choosing the best anti hair loss shampoo to use.

The truly successful hair fall control shampoo is:

1.Free from sulfate and/or with low surfactant.

Designed to meet your individual hair type (oily, dry or sensitive)

Packed with hair-loss prevention ingredients, such as biotin, caffeine, niacinamide or saw palmetto.

Your hair grows from the soil of your scalp so if the soil isn't healthy, nothing you plant in it will thrive.

2. Actually, there's no need to wash with hot water.

Even though it's tempting to bask in a hot shower, hot water has the potential to open up hair cuticles, and remove moisture in the long run, while weakening hair roots. Lukewarm or cool water helps maintain the natural balance of oil production on the scalp and closes the cuticle of the hair, which helps to minimize breakage.

3. Massage, Don't Scrub

The way you shampoo is as important as the shampoo itself! Massage scalp with fingertips (not nails) gently for 2–3 minutes in a circular motion. This improves blood flow to the follicles and delivers extra oxygen and nutrients to the roots, which will markably diminish shedding over a number of weeks.

4. Don't Wash Your Hair Every Day

Washing your hair daily can strip the scalp of its natural oils (sebum) causing it to become dry and irritated, thus making the hair roots vulnerable. The normal hair needs to be washed 2-3 times in a week, unless the scalp is very oily.

5. To avoid thinning the hair, do a weekly oil massage before shampooing.

Most people either don't oil or oil the wrong way: a game changer!

How to do it:

• Choose the oil (coconut, castor or rosemary oil)

• Warm slightly before using.

• Massage for a few minutes into the scalp

• Allow to sit for 30 minutes or longer (overnight for best results)

• Afterwards wash with a normal shampoo.

6. Always Use a Conditioner

Using a conditioner is not an option, it's a must. It straightens the hair cuticle, prevents tangles and reduces frictional force that results in hair breakage while combing and styling. Use it from mid-length to the ends of the hair, but not apply it to the scalp, as it could clog the follicles.

7. Make a Hair-Friendly Diet

A lot of people begin to experience hair loss in their hairline, especially on their plate. Iron, protein, zinc, biotin and vitamin D deficiencies are frequently responsible for excessive shedding. Include:

Lean meat and eggs for protein

Iron rich foods: spinach and lentils

Nuts and seeds that are rich in zinc and omega-3s.

Citrus fruits to enhance iron absorption

Even if diet is not sufficient, talk to your doctor prior to taking supplements; excess biotin or vitamins may result in adverse side effects.

8. Manage Stress Levels

Telogen effluvium occurs when hair follicles experience chronic stress and enter a "resting phase" early, causing noticeable hair loss that takes place 2-3 months later. Even simple stress relievers such as exercise, meditation, deep breathing, or a good 7-8 hours of proper sleep can be beneficial in the long run to the health of your hair.

9. Do not wear a tight hairstyle and too much heat styling.

Tight ponytails, buns and braids tighten the hair roots, causing a type of hair loss known as traction alopecia. In the same way, excessive heat and styling with straightening, curling and blow dryers damages the hair shaft. When you do style:

Always use a spray with a heat protectant

Do not allow styling tools to reach full heat.

Consider not tight haircuts, particularly at night

Every week, do the oil massage routine to your hair.

Oiling with coconut oil, castor oil or rosemary oil before shampooing can help nourish the scalp, minimize protein loss, and help to promote blood flow. Heat the oil slightly and massage into the scalp and leave on for 30 minutes (or overnight) before shampooing.

10. Be consistent and patient

Hair growth is slow, results will only become apparent after 3 to 6 months of regular use. Expecting overnight results, or changing products every other week can result in disappointment and product hopping. Do the same thing each month, take pictures to see how things are going along, and allow your hair to recover.

The Bottom Line

There is no magic product when it comes to hair fall control, it is about building the right habits starting from using the right hair fall control shampoo for your scalp, and then continuing with a healthy diet, gentle hair care and managing your stress levels. However, the best anti hair loss shampoo for you is not necessarily the most expensive one you can find on the shelf, but the one that's a match for your scalp type and consistent in use. When the hair loss is rapid, heavy or with obvious bald spots, it may be advisable to see a dermatologist or trichologist to exclude underlying conditions that can be treated, such as thyroid or PCOS problems, or nutritional deficiencies.

Little things make a difference and little by little, more and more, from the shower that you put a particular bottle in, your hair will become more and more full and voluminous.