A handful of hair in the brush, telogen hairs coming out in the shower, decreasing density at the temples... Female hair loss is common, often poorly understood, and a genuine source of anxiety. Losing 50 to 100 hairs a day is normal. It is when this threshold is regularly exceeded that underlying causes should be investigated.
In this article, we explore the main causes of hair loss in women and evidence-based nutritional solutions to address it.
Understanding the causes of female hair loss
Hair loss (telogen effluvium or androgenetic alopecia) can have multiple, often interconnected causes:
- Nutritional deficiencies: iron, zinc, vitamin D, biotin (B8), and sulfur-containing amino acids are the most frequently involved
- Hormonal fluctuations: postpartum, perimenopause, stopping oral contraceptives, PCOS
- Chronic stress or emotional shock: cortisol prolongs the resting phase (telogen) of the hair cycle
- Thyroid dysfunction: hypothyroidism is often associated with diffuse hair loss
- Aggressive treatments: frequent coloring, heat, traction (locs, tight buns)
A blood test (ferritin, TSH, serum zinc, hormonal profile) can identify specific deficiencies.
Natural solutions to promote hair growth and reduce hair loss
Several natural approaches have proven effective:
- Optimize protein intake: hair is 95% keratin, a protein. Low-protein diets directly weaken the hair fiber
- Increase your dietary zinc intake: pumpkin seeds, seafood, legumes
- Prevent iron deficiency: especially in women with heavy periods - low ferritin is the leading cause of diffuse hair loss in women
- Reduce stress: yoga, cardiac coherence, sufficient sleep
- Adapt your hair-care routine: dry gently, avoid excessive heat, detangle starting at the ends
Which active ingredients should you target in hair supplements?
Nutraceutical research has clearly identified several key active ingredients for hair health:
- Biotin (B8): EFSA-approved claim - contributes to the maintenance of normal hair. Particularly useful in cases of confirmed deficiency
- Zinc: EFSA-approved claim - contributes to the maintenance of normal hair and nails
- AnaGain™: patented pea sprout extract (clinical study), stimulates the anagen/telogen ratio by activating dermal papillae
- Spirulina: a complete source of amino acids, iron, vitamin B12, and essential trace elements
- Vitamin C: improves the absorption of non-heme iron and contributes to collagen formation
The Epycure solution: the Hair & Nails Treatment
The Epycure Hair & Nails Treatment is formulated with 93.5% ingredients of natural origin and combines the most extensively documented active ingredients:
- AnaGain™ Nu (pea sprout extract): stimulates the dermal papillae of the follicle, favoring the anagen phase (growth) over the telogen phase (shedding)
- Biotin B8: EFSA claim - contributes to the maintenance of normal hair
- Zinc: EFSA claim - contributes to the maintenance of normal hair and nails
- Vitamins B5, B6, B9, B12: complete B-complex for overall hair health
- Spirulina: provides sulfur-containing amino acids (cysteine, methionine) essential for keratin synthesis
- Vitamin C: synergy with iron and collagen formation
The Lab’Epycure results
Tested by real users in real-life conditions:
- 100% testers noticed less hair loss after 3 months
- 90% have less brittle hair
- 80% have shinier hair
- 70% feel that their hair grows faster
Hair & Nails Treatment - AnaGain™ + biotin + zinc + B complex + spirulina - 93.5% natural
In practice: how do you use the treatment?
Dosage: 2 capsules per day, in the morning with breakfast.
Timeline:
- Day 30: less daily hair loss (brush, shower)
- Day 60: stronger, less brittle hair
- Day 90: restored volume, accelerated growth
Minimum recommended duration: 3 months - the full hair growth cycle lasts between 3 and 6 months. A treatment that is too short does not allow its true impact to be measured.
Conclusion
Female hair loss has multiple causes, but in the vast majority of cases, it responds well to a targeted nutritional approach. Identifying specific deficiencies (iron, zinc, biotin) and addressing them with clinically validated active ingredients at effective doses is the most sustainable approach.
The Epycure Hair & Nails Treatment was designed by nutrition experts, made in France, HACCP AFNOR-certified, vegan, and gluten-free - for hair health preserved from within.
