How stressed out women are losing their hair in their 20s

A study revealed that one in five high earning men and women blamed work stress for hair loss.

16:58 04 September 2014

A recent survey that was participated in by 2,000 adults has found that more and more women are losing their hair in their 20s and they blame it on the pressures of life and stress from work.

A sixth of women said that they started suffering from hair loss before their 30th birthday while eight per cent said that the problem started when they were 25 years old.

Adam Reed, the ambassador of L’Oreal, the company that commissioned the study, said: ‘This research leaves little doubt that stress is currently the biggest factor facing women when it comes to their thinning hair.

'Given how prevalent hair thinning is across Britain, among both men and women, it is surprising how little awareness there is about the issue.

'British women are facing increasingly stressful lives as they struggle to balance work-life pressures and their hair is suffering as a result.

‘As soon as a person notices hair loss, you should look at your current lifestyle and target areas causing you stress. Maintain a positive attitude and move forward with steps such as a healthier diet.’

The research added that hair loss, which is considered a tell tale sign of ageing, is the most worrying sign of getting older for both men and women.