Can Air Pollution Cause Hair Loss? What Every Bay Area Resident Should Know If the air looks dirty, it could be hurting more than just your lungs—it might be damaging your hair, too. Living in the Bay Area means beautiful views, fresh produce, and a fast-paced lifestyle. But let’s be real— air pollution  is part of life here, too. Whether it’s wildfire smoke, traffic smog, or construction dust, the air we breathe isn’t always clean. And here’s something many San Jose resident