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Decode Your Hair Growth Cycle to Boost Regrowth Success

Learn the anagen, catagen, and telogen phases—and how to time treatments for maximum impact.

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Melissa Metz

LPN, Advanced Aesthetics Nurse & Hair Regrowth Strategist

Key Takeaways

  • Takeaway1

    Anagen (growth) lasts 2–7 years; protect it with nutrition and scalp care.

  • Takeaway2

    Catagen (transition) lasts 10–14 days; follicles detach from blood supply.

  • Takeaway3

    Telogen (resting) lasts 3–6 months; shedding occurs at the end.

  • Takeaway4

    Exosome therapy shortens telogen and encourages follicles back into anagen.

  • Takeaway5

    Document shedding, stressors, and treatments to see patterns clearly.

Phase 1: Anagen – Protect the Growth Stage

During anagen, hair actively grows. Fuel follicles with protein, iron, and hydration. Use your prescribed scalp serum daily and schedule exosome sessions if shedding increases. Avoid tight hairstyles and excessive heat to keep strands strong.

Phase 2: Catagen – Gentle Transitions

This brief phase disconnects hairs from their nutrient source. Continue gentle scalp massages, avoid harsh treatments, and keep stress low. Think of it as a rest stop before regrowth begins again.

Phase 3: Telogen – Manage Shedding Wisely

Shedding is natural, especially postpartum or during stress. Track hair fall on wash days and note life events. If shedding spikes or extends beyond six months, book a consult—we can reintroduce exosome therapy, adjust nutrition, and coordinate labs with your physician.

Build a 90-Day Hair Diary

Record sleep, stress, nutrition, and shedding weekly. Add treatment dates, product changes, and cycle information. Patterns emerge quickly, guiding our next steps and offering encouragement as new growth appears.

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