Will your hair grow back?

Melbourne Trichology
Apr 17
2 min read

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If you’re noticing hair loss, you’ve probably asked yourself: “Will it grow back?”And honestly — it depends.

Hair loss isn’t one-size-fits-all. There are different types, and each one has its own story. Some are temporary and bounce back on their own. Others need treatment. And a few, unfortunately, are permanent.

Let’s break it down so you know what you’re dealing with — and what to do next.

First Step: Get a Diagnosis

Before anything else, the best thing you can do is speak with a trichologist or a dermatologist.Hair loss is a symptom, not a standalone problem. You need to know why it’s happening before you can treat it properly.

The Main Types of Hair Loss (and What to Expect)

1. Telogen Effluvium – Temporary Shedding

This is one of the most common types of hair loss, often triggered by:

Stress
Illness
Hormonal changes (like after pregnancy)
Diet or weight loss

The good news: It usually grows back on its own once the trigger settles down.Even better: There are treatments that can help speed up recovery if needed.

2. Male or Female Pattern Hair Loss – Genetic & Ongoing

This one is driven by hormones (specifically DHT) and genetics. It happens slowly over time — hair becomes thinner, weaker, and eventually stops growing.

Here’s the reality:Without treatment, it won’t grow back. It will continue to progress.

But there are ways to manage it:

Medications like minoxidil or finasteride
Low-level laser therapy
Lifestyle adjustments

Early intervention is key. The sooner you act, the more you can preserve.

3. Alopecia Areata – Autoimmune Hair Loss

This condition causes your immune system to mistakenly attack your hair follicles, leading to patchy hair loss.

In many cases, it recovers on its own.Once the immune system settles down, hair can regrow.

But if it’s been over six months without regrowth, chances start to decrease.

There are also some exciting new treatment options available, including:

JAK inhibitors — prescription medications for stubborn or chronic cases
Steroid injections or topical treatments

4. Scarring Alopecia – Permanent Hair Follicle Damage

This is where things get more serious. Inflammatory conditions like lichen planopilaris or frontal fibrosing alopecia destroy the hair follicle — and once it’s gone, it can’t grow back.

The focus here is on stopping the damage early.If you catch it soon enough, treatment can help prevent further hair loss, even if regrowth isn’t possible.

Natural Isn’t Always Enough

We all love the idea of going natural — oils, herbs, supplements. But when it comes to hair loss, natural solutions alone won’t always cut it.

Sometimes a combination approach is best:

Medications to stop or slow loss
Nutritional support for recovery
Topical treatments to stimulate follicles

Final Thoughts: Don’t Play the Guessing Game

Hair loss can be emotional and frustrating — but it’s also treatable in many cases.The worst thing you can do is keep guessing or throwing money at products that don’t match your condition.

Instead: