Hair Loss, Female Pattern Baldness (Female Pattern Alopecia):
Information for adults

The hair loss associated with female pattern baldness, although permanent, requires no treatment if you are comfortable with your appearance.

Hair loss can have a significant psychologic impact, particularly in western society, which puts such a large emphasis on appearance.

For mild to moderate hair thinning, creative hair styling, hair weaving, or hairpieces may be adequate to improve appearance. Protect the scalp from sunburn with a hat.

The only medication approved to treat women in the US is topical minoxidil; the 2% preparation recommended for women is available over the counter. This may help hair to grow in a quarter of the women using it, and it will stop or slow hair loss in the majority of users. The medication is expensive, however, and the hair will fall out when its use is discontinued.

There is no known prevention for hair loss; shampooing and other hair products have no adverse effects other than harsh products or practices that may damage the hair shaft, causing breakage.
If you are having significant, persistent hair loss or if there is redness, itching, or skin changes associated with the hair loss, seek medical advice, as there are sometimes other causes for hair loss that can be treated.

If you have hair loss that is cosmetically concerning and other causes have been ruled out, you might consult a surgical specialist in hair replacement.