India, Aug. 9 -- Hairfall is common, common enough for many to turn a blind eye. Often brushed off casually, deeming it to be the result of haircare neglect, stress, or ageing, many realign their focus on amping up the routine with oils, serums, and more. But sometimes, it is not as surface-level as it seems, but rather a deeper, more concerning sign of health issues. The focus should be on broadening attention to consider underlying health factors that may result in hair shedding, rather than simply doubling down on oiling or hair treatments.

Dr Debraj Shome, Director & Co-Founder, The Esthetic Clinics (TEC) addressed this concern and told HT Lifestyle about the connection between hair health and systemic wellness.

He said, "Hair folli...