A hair's life is a cyclical journey, marked by three distinct phases: Anagen (growth), Catagen (regression), and Telogen (resting).
- Anagen: This is the active growth phase where the hair follicle produces new hair cells, leading to hair growth. This phase can last anywhere from 2 to 7 years, depending on factors like genetics, health, and age.
- Catagen: This is the transitional phase where hair growth slows down and the hair follicle shrinks. This phase typically lasts for a few weeks.
- Telogen: During this resting phase, the hair follicle is inactive, and the hair shaft eventually sheds. This phase typically lasts for around 3 months.
After the telogen phase, the cycle begins again with a new anagen phase, and a new hair strand starts to grow.
This continuous cycle ensures that hair is constantly being replaced, leading to a healthy scalp and a full head of hair.
