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Why Your Hair Sheds More in the Fall (and How PRP Helps It Grow Back Thicker)
Is It Normal to Lose More Hair in the Fall?
Yes. Seasonal hair shedding is real, and it tends to show up in late summer and fall. Most people lose around 50 to 100 hairs a day, but many see noticeably more in the shower drain and hairbrush between August and November. For some, that shedding is temporary. For others, it reveals thinning that was already underway. At Bixby Aesthetic Solutions in Bixby, OK, PRP and PRF hair restoration uses your body's own growth factors to wake up tired follicles and support thicker, fuller hair.
The Science Behind Seasonal Shedding
Every hair on your head moves through a cycle of growth (anagen), rest (telogen), and shedding. A large study of 823 healthy women published in the journal Dermatology found that the share of resting telogen hairs peaks in summer, around July. Because resting hairs fall out a few months later, the result is the extra shedding so many people notice as the weather cools.
Researchers believe this rhythm is a leftover from our ancestors, when hair helped protect the scalp from summer sun. Whatever the cause, it is a normal pattern, and it usually settles within a couple of months.
When Shedding Is More Than Seasonal
Hair loss is one of the fastest growing health searches online, with search activity rising roughly 95 percent between 2020 and 2025. That is not surprising, since shedding is often the first clue to a bigger issue. It may be time to see a provider if you notice a widening part, a thinning crown, a receding hairline, a smaller ponytail, or shedding that lasts longer than three months.
Common contributors include hormone changes during perimenopause and menopause, low testosterone in men, rapid weight loss (including on GLP-1 medications), stress, illness, thyroid issues, and nutrient gaps like low iron or vitamin D.
What PRP and PRF Hair Restoration Actually Do
PRP (platelet rich plasma) and PRF (platelet rich fibrin) are made from a small sample of your own blood. It is spun in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets, which are packed with growth factors that signal repair and regeneration. That concentrate is then carefully injected into the areas of your scalp where hair is thinning.
Those growth factors help extend the active growth phase of the hair cycle, improve blood supply to the follicle, and encourage miniaturized follicles to produce thicker, stronger strands. PRF is a more advanced form that releases its growth factors more slowly, which may help results last longer.
What to Expect From Treatment
A typical session takes under an hour from blood draw to injections, and numbing helps keep you comfortable. There is no real downtime. You may have some scalp tenderness for a day or two, and you can wash your hair the next day.
Most treatment plans begin with a series of three to four sessions spaced about four to six weeks apart, followed by maintenance every six to twelve months. Many clients first notice less shedding, then new growth and improved thickness over three to six months as follicles cycle into their growth phase.
Treating the Root Cause, Not Just the Hair
Because PRP works best when the underlying cause is addressed, Bixby Aesthetic Solutions looks at the whole picture. If hormones are part of the story, bioidentical hormone replacement may be recommended alongside hair restoration. If you are losing weight quickly, your provider can help you protect your nutrition while your body adjusts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fall Hair Loss and PRP
How long does seasonal hair shedding last? Seasonal shedding usually lasts about six to eight weeks and then settles on its own. If shedding continues beyond three months or you see visible thinning, schedule an evaluation.
Does PRP work for hair loss? PRP is one of the most widely used nonsurgical treatments for thinning hair, particularly for early to moderate pattern hair loss in both women and men. It works best when started early, while follicles are still active.
Is PRP hair restoration painful? Most clients describe mild pressure or pinching. Numbing is used to keep the injections comfortable, and sessions are quick.
What is the difference between PRP and PRF? Both come from your own blood. PRF is spun at a lower speed without additives, so it keeps more white blood cells and fibrin and releases growth factors over a longer period.
Where can I get PRP for hair loss near Bixby or Tulsa? Bixby Aesthetic Solutions offers PRP/PRF treatments at 12345 S Memorial Dr, Suite 113, in Bixby, OK, a short drive from South Tulsa, Jenks, and Broken Arrow.