Hair thinning can be one of the worst realizations that you’re getting older, just behind finding a gray hair. If you’re worried about your hair thinning, or you’ve noticed that it’s started to thin, follow these tips to restore it or save it from getting thin. Rather than watch your hair get thin and do nothing to stop it, follow these tips to make your hair look better than ever! My favorite part about these tips is that they’re not that difficult or crazy-in fact you probably do a lot of these tips daily already, and if you don’t they’re easy to add to your everyday routine!

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1. Avoid Hair Bands

I love to throw my hair up as much as the next girl, but I hate the feeling of pulling out my hair tie and feeling nearly half of the hair on my head falling out. If you’re the same way, avoid putting your hair up. Hair ties will only cause breakage and will eventually start to make your hair thin out, faster than you may think.

2. Stop Putting Your Hair up

A lot of women these days have found new alternatives to hair ties, however, even putting your hair up can be pretty terrible for your hair, no matter the type of hair tie you use. Pulling your hair back tightly will cause just as much hair loss as tying it up tightly, so just avoid it altogether.

3. Condition, Condition, Condition

Most women can’t imagine even going a day without conditioning, and that’s the way that it should be. If you notice that your hair’s not exactly in the best shape that it once was, start conditioning more thoroughly. It’s essential to keeping your hair healthy and avoiding hair loss.

4. Avoid Too Much Product

Although you may think you need it, hair products will be the death of your hair. In the long run, would you rather your hair be a little less cooperative or would you rather that you start going bald? The fewer products you put in your hair, the healthier your hair will be, and your hair will show the difference!

Embrace your individuality and transform your look by trying out a unique shade. Did you know that green hair is associated with nature, creativity, and growth? So go ahead, experiment with this bold hair color to represent a new phase in your life, waiting to blossom like a fresh spring leaf.

5. Use Less Heat

If you can, avoid using heat whenever possible. The more heat you apply to your hair, the more damage you’ll see, which will eventually lead to thinner hair. Skip the blow dryer or flat iron a couple of days a week to give your hair a little bit of time to rejuvenate and heal itself.

6. Use a Mask or Intensive Treatment

Conditioner isn’t enough to save your hair. Make sure to spend at least one day a week giving your hair some extra TLC with a mask or conditioning treatment that is sure to revitalize your hair and make it look brand new. It will help slow down hair loss and you’ll be back to healthy hair in no time!

7. Wash with anti-Dandruff Shampoo

If you’re still having issues, try twitching to anti-dandruff shampoo, even if you don’t have dandruff. It has an active ingredient in it that is said to stimulate the hair follicles and encourage hair growth. If you’re experiencing pretty bad hair loss, try this tip next time.

What’s your go-to hair thinning tip? Have you dealt with hair thinning issues? Let me know in the comments!

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Rachel
2015-08-08T01:27:26.842Z
Try avoiding combing & brushing too often too (particularly when there is product in your hair), which makes it more difficult to get a comb or brush through); always use a wide toothed comb as opposed to any other comb or brush, which is less aggressive on your hair, try & avoid having product in your hair & was it out as opposed to comb it out on your off days & don't style it, try to leave it natural if you can; & gently run your fingers through it to detangle, as opposed to comb or brush
Wendy
2015-08-08T00:47:15.565Z
Yup follow this tips religiously for healthy beautiful hair
Kathy
2015-08-08T12:41:50.795Z
What's good also is using garlic shampoo and I know eww garlic. Is it going to smell like it? No not at all it makes your hair follicles stronger
Thelma62913
2015-08-08T16:18:15.741Z
The only time my hair is pulled back is when I'm on the treadmill. I wash it two times a week, so that avoids the blow dryer 5 days. However I do use heat in terms of the inStyler & Curl Secret. I don't brush it a lot either.
totalblondie128
2015-08-08T06:34:41.207Z
If you're gonna use hair ties, opt for scrunchies, which have the same amount of hold as hair grips but they are covered in fabric, so that when you go to let your hair down, you don't damage as many hairs. There are some super cute scrunchies out there
summer
2015-08-09T17:16:34.583Z
Great tips!
Channce
2015-08-08T03:56:46.305Z
Sorry for the typos *? *hot
Channce
2015-08-09T07:27:46.208Z
I agree @Tinamarie I was using cheap stuff before like Aussie and Herbal Essence. And while it made my hair smell good it did very little for frizz and helping to style and I would lose 20+ hairs in the shower which I just attributed to being blonde (we lose more hair). But I switched to Lush shampoo and conditioner and immediately noticed my hair doesn't feel "silky" I'm the shower thanks to cheap shampoos waxes, and I lose less than 10 hairs, usually more like 5. What you use definitely makes a difference. Try to eliminate sulfate and waxes from your shampoo and conditioner. While your hair may not feel soft and "moisturized" (it definitely isn't) it will be a lot healthier. Those cheap shampoos and conditioner trick you into believing that they are doing a good job when they are really just ruining your hair.
Minnie
2015-08-08T09:43:29.043Z
I have major thick hair and hairdressers always comment on how much there is. I want it to stay that way! I sometimes use Moroccan oil, and 90% of the time let it dry naturally after washing. I do dye it a brown shade though, that's my only fallback. Oh and soft scrunched instead of tight bobbles :)
Channce
2015-08-08T03:56:14.954Z
Would braids be considered a better alternative to wearing hair up. My hair is long and thick and it gets hit in the summer and I don't like it in my face. I can't cut my hair too short because I have a fuller rounder face.