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Hair looks thinner under flash lighting. Does this mean my hair is thinning or not? (Photo)

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My hair looks a lot thinner on the side when I take a picture with the flash on. When I take a picture under natural light, it seems usually thick. Does this mean my hair is thinning or not? Aged 17

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