Why Your Hair Falls More in Winter — And How to Stop It
Hey gorgeous gals, it’s me again — Holly Haircare! 💋
Winter has officially landed, and you know what that means… time to wrap yourself up like a burrito in your fluffiest blanket, binge your favourite series, and—of course—read this riveting blog about how the cold can totally mess with your hair.
Now, I get it. You’re probably thinking, “Ugh Holly, not another boring winter haircare lecture…” But hun, trust me — you’ll thank me when you’re not dealing with dry ends, breakage, and strands that just won’t behave. Let’s keep those locks lush, shall we?
As much as I’m a summer queen at heart, I can’t lie — there’s something magical about cozy nights by the fire, snacking on whatever’s in the pantry (it’s called bulking season, sweetie), and fully leaning into your comfy era.
But winter can be a bit of a hair villain…
When the temps drop, so does your hair’s hydration. Cold air + dry indoor heating = a thirsty scalp, weak roots, and more shedding than usual. Combine that with woolly hats and heat styling? Yikes. But don't freak out — I’m here to guide you through it all and spill the tea on how to save your strands.
💭 So, Why Does Hair Fall More in Winter?
Let me break it down:
❄️ Dry air everywhere — Winter lacks moisture, and heaters only make things worse. Your poor scalp gets dry, which can loosen the hair at the root and lead to shedding.
❄️ Seasonal cycles are real — Hair naturally goes through growth and shedding phases, and colder months can trigger a shedding phase for many of us.
❄️ Hat hair hazards — All those cozy hats made of wool and synthetics? Cute, yes. But they create friction that can snap your strands and contribute to breakage.
Hair Fall vs. Hair Loss — What’s the Difference?
Let’s clear this up real quick: seasonal shedding = normal. Your hair is just cycling through its natural phases. You might see more in your brush or shower drain, but it’s temporary, darl.
Hair loss, though? That’s when it doesn’t grow back. Usually caused by things like hormones, stress, or genetics. If your hair feels thinner in winter, it’s most likely seasonal shedding, dryness, or breakage — not permanent loss.
Now let’s get to the good part — how to protect your hair like a pro this winter.
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No, hair gloss isn’t damaging, most formulas are designed to reduce the appearance of damage. However, like any hair colour product, it’s important to choose the right formula and follow the instructions carefully for the best results. If you’re getting a gloss in the salon, your colourist will guide you on how often to return for maintenance. For at-home treatments, be sure to follow the product instructions closely.
How Often Should You Gloss Your Hair?
Most hair gloss treatments last around a month, you’ll need a touch-up every four to six weeks if done in a salon. For at-home glosses, you may need to use them more frequently, depending on how quickly your colour fades. Glossing can also help preserve your hair colour, especially when used with colour-safe shampoos and conditioners and by washing with cooler water.
Hair glosses and glazes differ primarily in how long they last. Glosses are semi-permanent, typically lasting a month, while glazes offer more temporary results, usually around one to two weeks. Both add shine, smooth hair, and enhance colour, and both can be done at home.
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❄️ 5 Steps to Minimise Hair Fall This Winter
Step 1: Use a Gentle Cleanser
Start with a shampoo that’s kind to your scalp. I’m talking sulphate-free, moisture-packed goodness.
Try the Pure Goddess Shampoo — featuring Pure’s exclusive ‘Pure Complex’™ made from 100% organic extracts. This beauty gently cleanses without stripping, and it’s loaded with Organic Shea Butter, Argan Oil, and Marula Oil to bring back that bounce and shine.
Step 1: Use a Gentle Cleanser
Start with a shampoo that’s kind to your scalp. I’m talking sulphate-free, moisture-packed goodness.
Try the Pure Goddess Shampoo — featuring Pure’s exclusive ‘Pure Complex’™ made from 100% organic extracts. This beauty gently cleanses without stripping, and it’s loaded with Organic Shea Butter, Argan Oil, and Marula Oil to bring back that bounce and shine.
Step 2: Apply a Scalp Serum
Let’s get science-y. A healthy scalp = strong hair.
Enter: Kérastase Nutritive Scalp Serum. It’s the ultimate scalp care in a bottle. A Niacinamide serum that provides vitamins to deeply nourish dry hair and scalp. Up to 23% increased scalp moisture, straight after application (yes, really).* Less dryness, more fabulous.
Step 3: Deep Condition, Queen
Weekly deep hydration is your new BFF.
Go for the Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask — a dreamy treatment for medium to thick hair. It’s full of argan oil and all the goodies to boost shine, softness, and manageability. Think of it as a tall glass of water for your hair.
Step 2: Apply a Scalp Serum
Let’s get science-y. A healthy scalp = strong hair.
Enter: Kérastase Nutritive Scalp Serum. It’s the ultimate scalp care in a bottle. A Niacinamide serum that provides vitamins to deeply nourish dry hair and scalp. Up to 23% increased scalp moisture, straight after application (yes, really).* Less dryness, more fabulous.
Step 3: Deep Condition, Queen
Weekly deep hydration is your new BFF.
Go for the Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask — a dreamy treatment for medium to thick hair. It’s full of argan oil and all the goodies to boost shine, softness, and manageability. Think of it as a tall glass of water for your hair.
Step 4: Fight Heat + Friction
If you must style with heat (I get it, sleek ponytails hit different), always protect your strands first.
Spritz on the Angel En Provence Grapefruit Thermal Protection Spray — it shields up to 240°C and is infused with Argan Oil, Proteins, Vitamin P, and Vitamin C. Yes, it smells delicious too.
And don’t forget: wool hats are cute, but your hair needs a buffer. Line your beanie with a silk or satin scarf, or try the Splash Happy Silk Sleep Cap underneath—bonus: less frizz.
Step 5: Leave-in Hydration is Key
Lock in all that goodness with a leave-in conditioner.
The Oribe Supershine Light Moisturizing Cream is a luxurious supreme cream, satisfying the thirstiest hair, calming frizz, elevating shine and restoring hair to supernatural softness. Say no to split ends and yes to silkier strands.
Evo Fabuloso Cool Brown Colour-Boosting Treatment
This treatment provides an instant colour boost and a nourishing treatment to refresh or tone colour. It adds a truly glossy shine to coloured hair with fading hues. The shades in this range are rich and pigmented, ideal for those who need gradual but noticeable results from an at home gloss treatment. This product is perfect for people with light to medium brown hair.
Step 4: Fight Heat + Friction
If you must style with heat (I get it, sleek ponytails hit different), always protect your strands first.
Spritz on the Angel En Provence Grapefruit Thermal Protection Spray — it shields up to 240°C and is infused with Argan Oil, Proteins, Vitamin P, and Vitamin C. Yes, it smells delicious too.
And don’t forget: wool hats are cute, but your hair needs a buffer. Line your beanie with a silk or satin scarf, or try the Splash Happy Silk Sleep Cap underneath - bonus: less frizz.
Step 5: Leave-in Hydration is Key
Lock in all that goodness with a leave-in conditioner.
The Oribe Supershine Light Moisturizing Cream is a luxurious supreme cream, satisfying the thirstiest hair, calming frizz, elevating shine and restoring hair to supernatural softness. Say no to split ends and yes to silkier strands.
Step 5: Leave-in hydration is key
This product works like a mini keratin treatment, transforming hair into ultra-silky, radiant, and frizz-free strands. It’s perfect for any hair type and offers anti-humidity protection that lasts through multiple washes. Free of sulphates and conditioning agents, it's also cruelty-free, gluten-free, and vegan.
Evo Fabuloso Cool Brown Colour-Boosting Treatment
This Treatment provides an instant colour boost and a nourishing treatment to refresh or tone colour. It adds a truly glossy shine to coloured hair with fading hues. The shades in this range are rich and pigmented, ideal for those who need gradual but noticeable results from an at home gloss treatment. This product is perfect for people with light to medium brown hair.
Pureology Colour Fanatic Top Coat + Tone (Purple)
Ideal for light to medium blonde hair, this high-shine gloss eliminates unwanted yellow tones and helps neutralise warm hues for up to 8 washes between salon visits. It conditions and seals the cuticle, leaving your hair soft, shiny, and beautifully toned.
💫 Final Thoughts From Your Hair Fairy Godmother
Don’t let winter steal your shine, gorge. With the right care — scalp love, hydration, gentle styling — your hair will stay strong, bouncy, and looking chef’s kiss all season long.
You deserve gorgeous hair year-round. So go ahead and treat yourself like the queen you are.
And remember…
Slay the day away with more hair on your head.
xoxo, Holly H 💖
