How to Combat Winter Hair Shedding
Hey Curl Babes! Noticing more strands shedding this winter? You’re not alone! Cold weather, dry air, and less sunlight can make your curls more fragile and for many of us winter can be a particularly challenging season. We know how scary it is when you are taking out lumps of hair from your detangling brush. Before you panic, let’s take a deep breath and break down why this happens and what you can do to protect your gorgeous curls. Why Does Winter Cause More Shedding? Dry Scalp & Lack of Moisture – Indoor heating & cold air zap hydration Cold air outside and heated air indoors zap moisture from your hair and scalp, leaving them dry and brittle. A dry scalp can lead to irritation, flakiness, and increased shedding. Less Sunlight = Less Vitamin D – A key nutrient for hair growth.Sunlight is a natural source of vitamin D, which plays a crucial role in hair growth. In the winter months, shorter days and less sunlight exposure can contribute to increased shedding. Seasonal Hair Cycles – Your hair naturally sheds more in colder months.Your hair follows a natural growth cycle. Some Curl Babes experience more shedding in the fall and winter as part of this cycle, where older hairs naturally shed to make way for new growth. More frequent Heat Styling – Can strip moisture & weaken curls.Using heat tools like blow dryers and flat irons more often in winter can cause damage and breakage. Extensions, weaves and wigs: they are often coated with harsh chemicals & toxins, irritating hair and scalp So what do we do? Here are our non-negotiables to keep your curls thriving during these winter months: How to Keep Your Curls Thriving ✔ Hydrate Your Scalp – by washing once a week and use lightweight oils like jojoba or argan on your scalp to lock in moisture. ✔ Massage for Circulation – Boosts blood flow & promotes growth. Super Effective and for Free99 . ✔ Use a Humidifier – Keeps moisture in the air & in your curls. ✔ Gentle Wash Routine – Opt for hydrating shampoos like our Curl renew shampoo. Make sure to always use hydrating shampoo after exfoliating or chelating with Curl renaissance. ✔ Protective Styles – stick to your own hair and avoid extension if possible. These styles will then reduce exposure & prevent breakage. ✔ Eat Hair-Healthy Foods – Iron, biotin, omega-3s, and vitamins D & E. ✔ Silk Pillowcases or Bonnets:i f it's not already part of your hair routine, now is the time to start. ✔ Gentle Detangling – this is the biggest opportunity for breakage and shedding. Stick to weekly detangling, opt for proven detangling tools such as the Denman brush or Tangle Teezer as well as your fingers while your hair is damp and conditioned. Be extremely delicate with your beautiful crown, she needs your affection right now. Winter Hair Shedding is Real But with these simple tweaks, your curls will stay hydrated, strong, and thriving. Be Patient Be patient with your hair, stay consistent with your Curl Care routine, and most importantly, show your curls the love they deserve! We’re in this together! Stay curly & confident, 💜The Inhairitance Team
