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Smoking is not just bad for your lungs. It may also affect your hair. But does smoking cause hair loss? Let’s find out.<\/p>\n

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Smoking cigarettes does no good, as it may put you at risk for health problems such as lung disease and cancer. One of its side effects may also be connected to your hair. If you are a smoker and notice a decrease in the volume of your hair then it may be linked to your smoking habit. While ageing often affects the quality and volume of hair, unhealthy habits like using tobacco regularly may also bring bad news for your tresses. But does smoking cause hair loss? Read on to find out.<\/p>\n

Does smoking cause hair loss?<\/h2>\n

Smoking may impact your hair health, and not just your lungs. A 2024 study, published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology<\/a>, showed that smoking up to 10 cigarettes every day may increase the likelihood of experiencing hair loss. Another study, published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology<\/a> in 2020, showed that 425 out of 500 smokers, aged between 20 and 35, had some degree of hair loss. So, does smoking cause hair loss? Yes, scientific research says that it can.<\/p>\n

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Smoking and hair loss may be connected. Image courtesy: Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Here\u2019s how it may affect your hair:<\/p>\n