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Hair actively grows from the roots for an average of two to seven years before hair follicles become dormant” – then it enters the next stage.

Catagen – the transition stage

Only lasting “two to three weeks,” in the catagen phase “hair stops growing and detaches itself from the blood supply” – when it enters the final stage.

Telogen – the resting stage

“This phase begins with a resting period,” explained Grow Gorgeous. The hair rests in the root while new hair begins to grow beneath it.

“This phase lasts for around three months,” asserted the hair care specialist, followed by the hair falling out.”