Thinning hair and partial baldness is a frightening prospect for women. Women losing their hair face more embarrassment and shame than men who are suffering from the same condition. while it is not necessarily par for the course, it does happen to many people. However, there are natural remedies that can help stop the process of hair loss in women.

1. An herbalist may suggest a daily intake of rosemary tea to improve circulation to the head. Rinsing the hair with nettle vinegar is said to lessen hair loss. Three herbs for balancing female hormones are dong quai, chaste tree berry, and wild yam. Combined, these herbs make a great formula for balancing female hormone levels. Always consult an herbalist for a specific condition since certain herbs can be toxic if taken in excess.

2. Mixture of peanut oil and lime juice can be applied to the scalp to help stop hair loss in women. To make this mixture, combine 2 tbsp. peanut oil with 3 tbsp. freshly-squeezed lime juice and stir to combine. Gently massage the mixture onto the scalp and leave it on for 30 minutes. Rinse your hair with cool water and wash with a gentle shampoo before letting your hair dry naturally without the use of a blow dryer or vigorous towel use. This treatment can be repeated once per day unless it causes irritation, and unused portions of the mixture can be kept in the refrigerator for 72 hours.

3. Omega 3 essential fatty acids are also an important part of healthy hair and skin. Including fish oil or plant-based fatty acids in your diet can improve the quality and health of your hair. Thinning hair can benefit from including these supplements in the diet. Malnutrition will also cause hair to thin and fall out. A well balanced diet is the simplest natural hair loss treatment to hair loss and thinning hair in women. Supplement the diet with a multivitamin to ensure that you are getting everything your body needs to function properly.

4. If you are predisposed to seborrhea, eczema, psoriasis, or dandruff, you could consider using jojoba oil. Mexicans and southwestern Native American nations have used jojoba oil traditionally for centuries to promote hair growth and the control of dandruff. Jojoba oil is great for hypoallergenic skin because it is a great moisturizer and mimics the scalp's own sebum.

5. Cutting down on alcohol and sugar and eliminating nutritionally deficient junk food from the diet can slow down hair loss. Stick to a natural, healthy diet that includes good fats, protein, whole grains and plenty of organically grown fruits and vegetables in order to prevent hair loss and thinning hair. If hair loss is the result of hormonal imbalance, eat foods such as rice, potatoes, wheat, yams, apples and alfalfa. Regular exercise will help with overall health and reduce stress levels.

6. Hormone replacement therapy is often used during menopause to restore the proper amount of estrogen, which will counteract the harmful effect of too much testosterone in the body. Testosterone is responsible for hormonal hair loss and thinning hair in older women and men. Natural supplements and herbs can be taken to restore natural estrogen balance using plant based estrogen. Black cohosh, sage, dong quai and ashwaganda added to the diet can restore hormonal balance and stop hair from thinning.