The Truth About Pulling Out Grey Hairs: A Doctor Explains

Pulling Out Grey Hairs: Does It Really Cause More to Grow? The internet is rife with myths and old wives' tales, but what about the common belief that pulling out grey hairs leads to multiple hairs sprouting in their place? Dr. Sooj, a board-certified family medicine physician, recently addressed this question in a short video. "Each hair follicle produces only one hair," Dr. Sooj explains. "Greying is due to pigment cell death; pulling out a grey hair won't lead to multiple hairs growing back, only the same one eventually." The video has garnered significant attention on social media, highlighting the public's interest in this topic. While the video provides a clear and concise answer, further research into hair growth cycles and the genetics of greying could provide a more comprehensive understanding of this common concern.