{"id":1697182,"date":"2026-01-04T13:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-04T10:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1697182"},"modified":"2026-01-04T13:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-04T10:30:00","slug":"yes-you-probably-do-lose-more-hair-in-the-winter-heres-why-and-what-to-do-about-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1697182","title":{"rendered":"Yes, You Probably Do Lose More Hair in the Winter\u2014Here&#8217;s Why (and What to Do About It)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><main id=\"main_1-0\" class=\"comp main mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\"><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--two-column-right-rail sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">Yes, You Probably Do Lose More Hair in the Winter\u2014Here&#8217;s Why (and What to Do About It)<\/h1>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Caitlin is a contributing writer for Byrdie where she covers all things hair, from scalp health to the latest color trends.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Caitlin Duggan<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"caitlin duggan headshot\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/img_4837-b92a97f455364e3ca2d157d6694e249e.webp\" title=\"img_4837-b92a97f455364e3ca2d157d6694e249e\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/img_4837-b92a97f455364e3ca2d157d6694e249e.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"caitlin duggan headshot\" title=\"img_4837-b92a97f455364e3ca2d157d6694e249e\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nCaitlin Duggan\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nCaitlin is a contributing writer for Byrdie where she covers all things hair, from scalp health to the latest color trends.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on January 04, 2026 08:30AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<div id=\"list-sc_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc mntl-block\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"A person combing their wet hair with a white comb\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A person combing their wet hair with a white comb\" title=\"winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Daniel Far\u00f2 \/ Death to the Stock Photo<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-intro mntl-block\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Winter can be rough: minimal daylight, dry skin, chapped lips, and, for some, serious hair shedding. While other effects of winter weather make sense, like decreased vitamin D and seasonal affective disorder, it probably seems counterintuitive that the cold weather could lead your body to drop hair. But for many people, the cold, dark winter months bring with them increased hair loss.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> We wanted to understand the science behind winter hair loss and the effect of seasons on the hair growth cycle, so we turned to two board-certified dermatologists, Tiffany Libby, MD, FAAD, and Iris Rubin, MD, to get the full scoop. Keep reading for their insights on and advice for battling winter hair loss.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Tiffany Libby,\u00a0MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon.<\/li>\n<li>Iris Rubin, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and the co-founder of SEEN Haircare.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Do You Lose More Hair in the Winter? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> According to our experts, the phenomenon of winter hair loss has a lot of reported sufferers\u2014but no clinical research to back it up. &#8220;There are no great scientific studies on seasonal\u00a0shedding, but there are numerous reports and observations of this occurring,&#8221; explains Rubin. Libby agrees, adding that &#8220;while there are some studies that point to seasonal patterns to\u00a0hair\u00a0shedding\u00a0and\u00a0hair\u00a0loss,&#8221; there is no known association between wintertime and hair loss.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Why Does It Seem Like I&#8217;m Losing More Hair in the Winter? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Both experts say that hair shedding is directly linked to the hair growth cycle. &#8220;The\u00a0hair-growth\u00a0cycle is comprised of four stages: The anagen (growing) phase, catagen (transitional) phase, telogen (resting) phase, and exogen (shedding) phase,&#8221; Rubin explains. &#8220;The telogen phase is when grown hairs are securely anchored within the scalp, and basically just hanging out before the\u00a0shedding\u00a0phase begins and the\u00a0growth\u00a0cycle begins all over again.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Rubin goes on to explain several theories about seasonal hair loss, one of which is that our bodies hold on to more hairs during warmer summer months to shield the scalp from UV exposure. Then, as part of the natural\u00a0hair-growth\u00a0cycle, the\u00a0shedding\u00a0of these hairs may happen to coincide with\u00a0winter\u2014but this would be highly dependent on the climate of where you live and your own personal sun exposure. &#8220;More sunlight during the summer may trigger hairs to enter the telogen (or resting) phase, perhaps as an evolutionary form of extra sun protection,&#8221; she theorizes.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Ultimately, however, both experts point to environmental factors as a more likely cause of hair loss in winter. &#8220;It is normal to lose between 50 to 100 hairs a day, and if you are brushing or washing your\u00a0hair\u00a0less, you may notice [the hair loss] more on days when you are brushing or washing\u00a0hair,&#8221; shares Libby. Cold weather often means less sweat, and many people report washing their hair less frequently in the winter. Rubin points to winter dryness as a culprit: &#8220;Drier\u00a0winter\u00a0air can also remove moisture from the scalp and\u00a0hair, making the\u00a0hair\u00a0more susceptible to breakage,&#8221; she says.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Treat and Prevent Winter Hair Loss and Breakage <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> No matter the cause, losing hair can be stressful\u2014so if there is a way to mitigate seasonal hair loss, we want to know about it. Luckily, our experts had several recommendations for battling winter hair loss and preventing breakage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Avoid Too-Hot Showers <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> There is no better feeling on a cold winter day than a steaming-hot shower, but it can hurt your hair and scalp. &#8220;Avoid taking too-hot showers, which can strip your scalp,\u00a0hair, and skin of natural oils,&#8221; Rubin cautions. Instead, opt for comfortably warm showers, or if you want to take a hot shower, lower the temperature before washing your hair.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Keep Dry Hair Conditioned <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Drier\u00a0winter\u00a0air can remove moisture from the scalp and\u00a0hair, making the\u00a0hair\u00a0more susceptible to breakage,&#8221; explains Rubin. For this reason, it&#8217;s important to keep your hair moisturized with conditioner. Libby recommends using a conditioner after every shampoo to help prevent\u00a0hair\u00a0damage, which she says can lead to fragile,\u00a0thinning\u00a0hair\u00a0that may easily break.\u00a0Need extra moisture? Try a hydrating hair mask.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Avoid Heat Styling (If You Can) <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Let your\u00a0hair\u00a0air dry when possible, or use low heat settings,&#8221; says Libby. &#8220;Tools like blow dryers, hot combs, or curling irons can damage\u00a0hair\u00a0strands and increase risk of breakage.&#8221; Rubin agrees: &#8220;Try to scale back on heat-styling, but when you do blow-dry, flat-iron, or curl your\u00a0hair, definitely use a styling product that offers heat protection.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Don&#8217;t Go Outside With Wet Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This isn&#8217;t just an old wives tale\u2014turns out, going outside in the winter with wet hair <em>really <\/em>isn&#8217;t good for you. And according to our experts, it&#8217;s especially bad for your hair. Rubin warns against going outside with wet\u00a0hair\u00a0when temperatures are below freezing, as the water on your hair can actually freeze and cause breakage as it expands. Make sure to wash your hair with plenty of time to allow it to fully dry before going outside in the winter (especially when it&#8217;s freezing outside).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Avoid Brushing Wet Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While this advice may vary based on your texture, in general, brushing wet hair can damage already fragile strands. &#8220;Don\u2019t brush\u00a0hair\u00a0while wet, as wet\u00a0hair\u00a0is more susceptible to breakage,&#8221; explains Libby. If you&#8217;re concerned with being able to detangle, try doing so while your conditioner is in your hair by keeping a wide-toothed comb in your shower. Your hair is less likely to break with the slip of the conditioner, allowing you to work out knots before your hair dries.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Use Hydrating Leave-In Products <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Both experts recommend using leave-in products to maximize moisture during the cold winter months. Adding hydrating ingredients to the scalp helps to treat\u00a0hair\u00a0starting at the root to protect against\u00a0loss\u00a0and breakage, explains Libby. &#8220;I like leave-on products like SpoildChild&#8217;s\u00a0A22 Biotin Boost\u00a0Hair\u00a0+ Scalp Serum, a spray formulated with rosemary oil, caffeine, and niacinamide, ingredients that have demonstrated\u00a0hair\u00a0growth\u00a0and strengthening benefits and that combat\u00a0hair\u00a0thinning\u00a0and breakage,&#8221; she says. &#8220;It\u2019s a quick, easy addition to your daily routine to keep your\u00a0hair\u00a0and scalp healthy.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Rubin recommends the Seen Magic Serum, telling us that independent testing showed that it reduces breakage by 81 percent after just one use.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div 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card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A person with hair tied in a ponytail by a green scrunchie viewed from the back\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c.webp\" title=\"hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A person with hair tied in a ponytail by a green scrunchie viewed from the back\" title=\"hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">Why Your Hair Keeps Breaking\u2014And How to Repair the Damage Fast<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_5-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Close-up of manicure with sienna wine velvet polish and glossy finish\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/imgi_44_542761299_18236473966290375_8086380280115061917_n-878d882a782e47618e633caefb5dda0f-37.webp\" title=\"imgi_44_542761299_18236473966290375_8086380280115061917_n-878d882a782e47618e633caefb5dda0f-37\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" 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Tested<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_7-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A hand holding a pump bottle partially filled with liquid soap or shampoo against a white background\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/shampoo-1-806ff350bfaf49a5ba0c632183b7dd3a-1.webp\" title=\"shampoo-1-806ff350bfaf49a5ba0c632183b7dd3a-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/shampoo-1-806ff350bfaf49a5ba0c632183b7dd3a-1.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A hand holding a pump bottle partially filled with liquid soap or shampoo against a white 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Growth Oils, According to a Dermatologist and a Scalp Expert<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_15-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A person's hair before and after using the Hally Fluffy G Totally Clean Foaming Hair Gloss\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-best-hair-glosses-tout-recirc-ee08d1839d264daab62d7538c4f88449-4.webp\" title=\"byr-best-hair-glosses-tout-recirc-ee08d1839d264daab62d7538c4f88449-4\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-best-hair-glosses-tout-recirc-ee08d1839d264daab62d7538c4f88449-4.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img 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beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--two-column-right-rail sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">Yes, You Probably Do Lose More Hair in the Winter\u2014Here&#8217;s Why (and What to Do About It)<\/h1>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Caitlin is a contributing writer for Byrdie where she covers all things hair, from scalp health to the latest color trends.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Caitlin Duggan<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"caitlin duggan headshot\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/img_4837-b92a97f455364e3ca2d157d6694e249e.webp\" title=\"img_4837-b92a97f455364e3ca2d157d6694e249e\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/img_4837-b92a97f455364e3ca2d157d6694e249e.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image 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class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<div id=\"list-sc_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc mntl-block\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"A person combing their wet hair with a white comb\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A person combing their wet hair with a white comb\" title=\"winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Daniel Far\u00f2 \/ Death to the Stock Photo<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-intro mntl-block\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Winter can be rough: minimal daylight, dry skin, chapped lips, and, for some, serious hair shedding. While other effects of winter weather make sense, like decreased vitamin D and seasonal affective disorder, it probably seems counterintuitive that the cold weather could lead your body to drop hair. But for many people, the cold, dark winter months bring with them increased hair loss.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> We wanted to understand the science behind winter hair loss and the effect of seasons on the hair growth cycle, so we turned to two board-certified dermatologists, Tiffany Libby, MD, FAAD, and Iris Rubin, MD, to get the full scoop. Keep reading for their insights on and advice for battling winter hair loss.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Tiffany Libby,\u00a0MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon.<\/li>\n<li>Iris Rubin, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and the co-founder of SEEN Haircare.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Do You Lose More Hair in the Winter? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> According to our experts, the phenomenon of winter hair loss has a lot of reported sufferers\u2014but no clinical research to back it up. &#8220;There are no great scientific studies on seasonal\u00a0shedding, but there are numerous reports and observations of this occurring,&#8221; explains Rubin. Libby agrees, adding that &#8220;while there are some studies that point to seasonal patterns to\u00a0hair\u00a0shedding\u00a0and\u00a0hair\u00a0loss,&#8221; there is no known association between wintertime and hair loss.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Why Does It Seem Like I&#8217;m Losing More Hair in the Winter? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Both experts say that hair shedding is directly linked to the hair growth cycle. &#8220;The\u00a0hair-growth\u00a0cycle is comprised of four stages: The anagen (growing) phase, catagen (transitional) phase, telogen (resting) phase, and exogen (shedding) phase,&#8221; Rubin explains. &#8220;The telogen phase is when grown hairs are securely anchored within the scalp, and basically just hanging out before the\u00a0shedding\u00a0phase begins and the\u00a0growth\u00a0cycle begins all over again.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Rubin goes on to explain several theories about seasonal hair loss, one of which is that our bodies hold on to more hairs during warmer summer months to shield the scalp from UV exposure. Then, as part of the natural\u00a0hair-growth\u00a0cycle, the\u00a0shedding\u00a0of these hairs may happen to coincide with\u00a0winter\u2014but this would be highly dependent on the climate of where you live and your own personal sun exposure. &#8220;More sunlight during the summer may trigger hairs to enter the telogen (or resting) phase, perhaps as an evolutionary form of extra sun protection,&#8221; she theorizes.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Ultimately, however, both experts point to environmental factors as a more likely cause of hair loss in winter. &#8220;It is normal to lose between 50 to 100 hairs a day, and if you are brushing or washing your\u00a0hair\u00a0less, you may notice [the hair loss] more on days when you are brushing or washing\u00a0hair,&#8221; shares Libby. Cold weather often means less sweat, and many people report washing their hair less frequently in the winter. Rubin points to winter dryness as a culprit: &#8220;Drier\u00a0winter\u00a0air can also remove moisture from the scalp and\u00a0hair, making the\u00a0hair\u00a0more susceptible to breakage,&#8221; she says.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Treat and Prevent Winter Hair Loss and Breakage <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> No matter the cause, losing hair can be stressful\u2014so if there is a way to mitigate seasonal hair loss, we want to know about it. Luckily, our experts had several recommendations for battling winter hair loss and preventing breakage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Avoid Too-Hot Showers <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> There is no better feeling on a cold winter day than a steaming-hot shower, but it can hurt your hair and scalp. &#8220;Avoid taking too-hot showers, which can strip your scalp,\u00a0hair, and skin of natural oils,&#8221; Rubin cautions. Instead, opt for comfortably warm showers, or if you want to take a hot shower, lower the temperature before washing your hair.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Keep Dry Hair Conditioned <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Drier\u00a0winter\u00a0air can remove moisture from the scalp and\u00a0hair, making the\u00a0hair\u00a0more susceptible to breakage,&#8221; explains Rubin. For this reason, it&#8217;s important to keep your hair moisturized with conditioner. Libby recommends using a conditioner after every shampoo to help prevent\u00a0hair\u00a0damage, which she says can lead to fragile,\u00a0thinning\u00a0hair\u00a0that may easily break.\u00a0Need extra moisture? Try a hydrating hair mask.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Avoid Heat Styling (If You Can) <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Let your\u00a0hair\u00a0air dry when possible, or use low heat settings,&#8221; says Libby. &#8220;Tools like blow dryers, hot combs, or curling irons can damage\u00a0hair\u00a0strands and increase risk of breakage.&#8221; Rubin agrees: &#8220;Try to scale back on heat-styling, but when you do blow-dry, flat-iron, or curl your\u00a0hair, definitely use a styling product that offers heat protection.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Don&#8217;t Go Outside With Wet Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This isn&#8217;t just an old wives tale\u2014turns out, going outside in the winter with wet hair <em>really <\/em>isn&#8217;t good for you. And according to our experts, it&#8217;s especially bad for your hair. Rubin warns against going outside with wet\u00a0hair\u00a0when temperatures are below freezing, as the water on your hair can actually freeze and cause breakage as it expands. Make sure to wash your hair with plenty of time to allow it to fully dry before going outside in the winter (especially when it&#8217;s freezing outside).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Avoid Brushing Wet Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While this advice may vary based on your texture, in general, brushing wet hair can damage already fragile strands. &#8220;Don\u2019t brush\u00a0hair\u00a0while wet, as wet\u00a0hair\u00a0is more susceptible to breakage,&#8221; explains Libby. If you&#8217;re concerned with being able to detangle, try doing so while your conditioner is in your hair by keeping a wide-toothed comb in your shower. Your hair is less likely to break with the slip of the conditioner, allowing you to work out knots before your hair dries.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Use Hydrating Leave-In Products <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Both experts recommend using leave-in products to maximize moisture during the cold winter months. Adding hydrating ingredients to the scalp helps to treat\u00a0hair\u00a0starting at the root to protect against\u00a0loss\u00a0and breakage, explains Libby. &#8220;I like leave-on products like SpoildChild&#8217;s\u00a0A22 Biotin Boost\u00a0Hair\u00a0+ Scalp Serum, a spray formulated with rosemary oil, caffeine, and niacinamide, ingredients that have demonstrated\u00a0hair\u00a0growth\u00a0and strengthening benefits and that combat\u00a0hair\u00a0thinning\u00a0and breakage,&#8221; she says. &#8220;It\u2019s a quick, easy addition to your daily routine to keep your\u00a0hair\u00a0and scalp healthy.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Rubin recommends the Seen Magic Serum, telling us that independent testing showed that it reduces breakage by 81 percent after just one use.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Hair<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Hair Concerns<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<div id=\"list-sc_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc mntl-block\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" alt=\"A person combing their wet hair with a white comb\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-1.webp\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A person combing their wet hair with a white comb\" title=\"winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Daniel Far\u00f2 \/ Death to the Stock Photo<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"article-intro_1-0\" class=\"comp article-intro mntl-block\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Winter can be rough: minimal daylight, dry skin, chapped lips, and, for some, serious hair shedding. While other effects of winter weather make sense, like decreased vitamin D and seasonal affective disorder, it probably seems counterintuitive that the cold weather could lead your body to drop hair. But for many people, the cold, dark winter months bring with them increased hair loss.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> We wanted to understand the science behind winter hair loss and the effect of seasons on the hair growth cycle, so we turned to two board-certified dermatologists, Tiffany Libby, MD, FAAD, and Iris Rubin, MD, to get the full scoop. Keep reading for their insights on and advice for battling winter hair loss.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Tiffany Libby,\u00a0MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon.<\/li>\n<li>Iris Rubin, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and the co-founder of SEEN Haircare.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Do You Lose More Hair in the Winter? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> According to our experts, the phenomenon of winter hair loss has a lot of reported sufferers\u2014but no clinical research to back it up. &#8220;There are no great scientific studies on seasonal\u00a0shedding, but there are numerous reports and observations of this occurring,&#8221; explains Rubin. Libby agrees, adding that &#8220;while there are some studies that point to seasonal patterns to\u00a0hair\u00a0shedding\u00a0and\u00a0hair\u00a0loss,&#8221; there is no known association between wintertime and hair loss.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Why Does It Seem Like I&#8217;m Losing More Hair in the Winter? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Both experts say that hair shedding is directly linked to the hair growth cycle. &#8220;The\u00a0hair-growth\u00a0cycle is comprised of four stages: The anagen (growing) phase, catagen (transitional) phase, telogen (resting) phase, and exogen (shedding) phase,&#8221; Rubin explains. &#8220;The telogen phase is when grown hairs are securely anchored within the scalp, and basically just hanging out before the\u00a0shedding\u00a0phase begins and the\u00a0growth\u00a0cycle begins all over again.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Rubin goes on to explain several theories about seasonal hair loss, one of which is that our bodies hold on to more hairs during warmer summer months to shield the scalp from UV exposure. Then, as part of the natural\u00a0hair-growth\u00a0cycle, the\u00a0shedding\u00a0of these hairs may happen to coincide with\u00a0winter\u2014but this would be highly dependent on the climate of where you live and your own personal sun exposure. &#8220;More sunlight during the summer may trigger hairs to enter the telogen (or resting) phase, perhaps as an evolutionary form of extra sun protection,&#8221; she theorizes.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Ultimately, however, both experts point to environmental factors as a more likely cause of hair loss in winter. &#8220;It is normal to lose between 50 to 100 hairs a day, and if you are brushing or washing your\u00a0hair\u00a0less, you may notice [the hair loss] more on days when you are brushing or washing\u00a0hair,&#8221; shares Libby. Cold weather often means less sweat, and many people report washing their hair less frequently in the winter. Rubin points to winter dryness as a culprit: &#8220;Drier\u00a0winter\u00a0air can also remove moisture from the scalp and\u00a0hair, making the\u00a0hair\u00a0more susceptible to breakage,&#8221; she says.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Treat and Prevent Winter Hair Loss and Breakage <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> No matter the cause, losing hair can be stressful\u2014so if there is a way to mitigate seasonal hair loss, we want to know about it. Luckily, our experts had several recommendations for battling winter hair loss and preventing breakage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Avoid Too-Hot Showers <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> There is no better feeling on a cold winter day than a steaming-hot shower, but it can hurt your hair and scalp. &#8220;Avoid taking too-hot showers, which can strip your scalp,\u00a0hair, and skin of natural oils,&#8221; Rubin cautions. Instead, opt for comfortably warm showers, or if you want to take a hot shower, lower the temperature before washing your hair.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Keep Dry Hair Conditioned <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Drier\u00a0winter\u00a0air can remove moisture from the scalp and\u00a0hair, making the\u00a0hair\u00a0more susceptible to breakage,&#8221; explains Rubin. For this reason, it&#8217;s important to keep your hair moisturized with conditioner. Libby recommends using a conditioner after every shampoo to help prevent\u00a0hair\u00a0damage, which she says can lead to fragile,\u00a0thinning\u00a0hair\u00a0that may easily break.\u00a0Need extra moisture? Try a hydrating hair mask.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Avoid Heat Styling (If You Can) <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Let your\u00a0hair\u00a0air dry when possible, or use low heat settings,&#8221; says Libby. &#8220;Tools like blow dryers, hot combs, or curling irons can damage\u00a0hair\u00a0strands and increase risk of breakage.&#8221; Rubin agrees: &#8220;Try to scale back on heat-styling, but when you do blow-dry, flat-iron, or curl your\u00a0hair, definitely use a styling product that offers heat protection.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Don&#8217;t Go Outside With Wet Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This isn&#8217;t just an old wives tale\u2014turns out, going outside in the winter with wet hair <em>really <\/em>isn&#8217;t good for you. And according to our experts, it&#8217;s especially bad for your hair. Rubin warns against going outside with wet\u00a0hair\u00a0when temperatures are below freezing, as the water on your hair can actually freeze and cause breakage as it expands. Make sure to wash your hair with plenty of time to allow it to fully dry before going outside in the winter (especially when it&#8217;s freezing outside).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Avoid Brushing Wet Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While this advice may vary based on your texture, in general, brushing wet hair can damage already fragile strands. &#8220;Don\u2019t brush\u00a0hair\u00a0while wet, as wet\u00a0hair\u00a0is more susceptible to breakage,&#8221; explains Libby. If you&#8217;re concerned with being able to detangle, try doing so while your conditioner is in your hair by keeping a wide-toothed comb in your shower. Your hair is less likely to break with the slip of the conditioner, allowing you to work out knots before your hair dries.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Use Hydrating Leave-In Products <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Both experts recommend using leave-in products to maximize moisture during the cold winter months. Adding hydrating ingredients to the scalp helps to treat\u00a0hair\u00a0starting at the root to protect against\u00a0loss\u00a0and breakage, explains Libby. &#8220;I like leave-on products like SpoildChild&#8217;s\u00a0A22 Biotin Boost\u00a0Hair\u00a0+ Scalp Serum, a spray formulated with rosemary oil, caffeine, and niacinamide, ingredients that have demonstrated\u00a0hair\u00a0growth\u00a0and strengthening benefits and that combat\u00a0hair\u00a0thinning\u00a0and breakage,&#8221; she says. &#8220;It\u2019s a quick, easy addition to your daily routine to keep your\u00a0hair\u00a0and scalp healthy.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Rubin recommends the Seen Magic Serum, telling us that independent testing showed that it reduces breakage by 81 percent after just one use.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc__content mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"15\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_1-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">01<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_1-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Avoid Too-Hot Showers <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_13-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> There is no better feeling on a cold winter day than a steaming-hot shower, but it can hurt your hair and scalp. &#8220;Avoid taking too-hot showers, which can strip your scalp,\u00a0hair, and skin of natural oils,&#8221; Rubin cautions. Instead, opt for comfortably warm showers, or if you want to take a hot shower, lower the temperature before washing your hair.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_2-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">02<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_2-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Keep Dry Hair Conditioned <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Drier\u00a0winter\u00a0air can remove moisture from the scalp and\u00a0hair, making the\u00a0hair\u00a0more susceptible to breakage,&#8221; explains Rubin. For this reason, it&#8217;s important to keep your hair moisturized with conditioner. Libby recommends using a conditioner after every shampoo to help prevent\u00a0hair\u00a0damage, which she says can lead to fragile,\u00a0thinning\u00a0hair\u00a0that may easily break.\u00a0Need extra moisture? Try a hydrating hair mask.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_3-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">03<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_3-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Avoid Heat Styling (If You Can) <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Let your\u00a0hair\u00a0air dry when possible, or use low heat settings,&#8221; says Libby. &#8220;Tools like blow dryers, hot combs, or curling irons can damage\u00a0hair\u00a0strands and increase risk of breakage.&#8221; Rubin agrees: &#8220;Try to scale back on heat-styling, but when you do blow-dry, flat-iron, or curl your\u00a0hair, definitely use a styling product that offers heat protection.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_4-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">04<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_4-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Don&#8217;t Go Outside With Wet Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> This isn&#8217;t just an old wives tale\u2014turns out, going outside in the winter with wet hair <em>really <\/em>isn&#8217;t good for you. And according to our experts, it&#8217;s especially bad for your hair. Rubin warns against going outside with wet\u00a0hair\u00a0when temperatures are below freezing, as the water on your hair can actually freeze and cause breakage as it expands. Make sure to wash your hair with plenty of time to allow it to fully dry before going outside in the winter (especially when it&#8217;s freezing outside).\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_5-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">05<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_5-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Avoid Brushing Wet Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While this advice may vary based on your texture, in general, brushing wet hair can damage already fragile strands. &#8220;Don\u2019t brush\u00a0hair\u00a0while wet, as wet\u00a0hair\u00a0is more susceptible to breakage,&#8221; explains Libby. If you&#8217;re concerned with being able to detangle, try doing so while your conditioner is in your hair by keeping a wide-toothed comb in your shower. Your hair is less likely to break with the slip of the conditioner, allowing you to work out knots before your hair dries.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"list-marker_6-0\" class=\"comp list-marker\"><span class=\"list-marker__index\">06<\/span><span class=\"list-marker__total\">of 06<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"list-sc-item__content_6-0\" class=\"comp list-sc-item__content mntl-block\">\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-list-item-title\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Use Hydrating Leave-In Products <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Both experts recommend using leave-in products to maximize moisture during the cold winter months. Adding hydrating ingredients to the scalp helps to treat\u00a0hair\u00a0starting at the root to protect against\u00a0loss\u00a0and breakage, explains Libby. &#8220;I like leave-on products like SpoildChild&#8217;s\u00a0A22 Biotin Boost\u00a0Hair\u00a0+ Scalp Serum, a spray formulated with rosemary oil, caffeine, and niacinamide, ingredients that have demonstrated\u00a0hair\u00a0growth\u00a0and strengthening benefits and that combat\u00a0hair\u00a0thinning\u00a0and breakage,&#8221; she says. &#8220;It\u2019s a quick, easy addition to your daily routine to keep your\u00a0hair\u00a0and scalp healthy.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Rubin recommends the Seen Magic Serum, telling us that independent testing showed that it reduces breakage by 81 percent after just one use.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> Source URL: https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/winter-hair-loss-11871832<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yes, You Probably Do Lose More Hair in the Winter\u2014Here&#8217;s Why (and What to Do About It) By Caitlin Duggan Caitlin Duggan Caitlin is a contributing writer for Byrdie where she covers all things hair, from scalp health to the latest color trends. 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