Does smoking cause hair loss?

One question is whether the link is a result of tobacco toxins directly affecting the scalp, or of smoking's causing severe disease that speeds aging. THE BOTTOM LINE. Several studies suggest smoking can lead to premature graying and hair loss. scitimes@nytimes.com. read more

Yes, smoking does cause hair loss. Smoking causes hair loss in two ways: It reduces circulation to the extremities; It pollutes the blood, which impacts the liver; It may also have some minor clogging effect on the scalps pores when combined with sebum. You should quit smoking. But not because it causes hair loss. read more

Other suggestions include the fact that smoking affects the immune system which opens the body up to all sorts of diseases and illnesses. And certain diseases damage the hair or cause hair loss. Another factor is ageing: hair loss is a sign of the ageing process and this can be accelerated by smoking. Smoking causes other signs of premature ageing such as increased lines and wrinkles and a pale, drawn appearance so why not add baldness to this list. read more