If you were ever asked about the tell-tale signs of premature skin ageing, you will be able to answer them in a heartbeat. From crow’s feet to dark spots, we are all aware of the signs when it comes to looking out for skin ageing. But what are the signs of premature hair ageing, other than the obvious greying? Now that’s a tough one right!

From frizzy hair to losing hair more rapidly than normal, your hair is giving you signals as well. Read on to find out about the most obvious signs of premature hair ageing so you can try to reverse the clock...

 

Greying

Greying

This one is the most obvious sign of ageing and it is sort of inevitable as you grow old, but it is a matter of concern if your hair starts to grey in your early 20s. Pollution, stress, hormones, diabetes and thyroid are the most major reasons why your hair greys prematurely.

 

Hair loss

Hair loss

If you notice hair loss over a period of time, then it is another sign of ageing. Lack of protein, iron deficiencies and crash dieting are some reasons why you lose hair, leading to hair ageing.

 

Frizzy hair

Frizzy hair

Ageing makes the cells that form the hair’s outer protective layer become fragile and keratin levels plummet, leaving the hair weak and brittle, which can lead to frizz. This is an obvious sign of ageing and it is advisable to stop using any sulphate induced products to help nurse your hair back to health.

 

Dull Hair

Dull Hair

The reasons for your hair looking dull and lack lustre are many; premature ageing being one of them. Factors such as smoking, hormonal imbalances, product build-up, pollution, or overexposure to the sun can all lead to hair dullness.