Is Washing the Only Time to Look for Excessive Hair Loss?

You can also see excessive hair loss during different styling processes, such as in the comb or brush, or even on the pillow in the morning. Some people see hair everywhere — on their shoulders, on the kitchen or bathroom floor, even on their spouses' clothes. Although you may see one hundred hairs when you wash, you probably lose about 20 percent more (one hundred twenty total) during the day. This is due to hair styling or just the result of gravity.

Could My Hair Loss Just Be Seasonal?

Unlike most animals with hair, humans do not have seasonal molting, although some people do seem to experience more hair loss at certain times of the year. We don't molt because most of our hair follicles have independent cycles from their neighboring follicles. One hair on your head could be in its growing phase, while the hair next door could be in its resting phase. Therefore, if you see more hair fall in the autumn, you need to ask yourself, "Do I have extra hair loss at this time most years?" If the answer is yes, then you may have seasonal hair loss; if the answer is no, you should perhaps consider seeing a specialist.