However, there are some aspects of the cold weather which can have negative effects on hair, and lead to patchy hair loss. At the top of the list is dry scalps which are caused by central heating as well as cold weather.  It can lead to brittle, fragile hair.  Pulling off and putting on tight hats will snap and break this fragile hair. Sometimes, the cold, dry air can cause the cuticle layer of the hair to lift. Then, when you go into an overheated room you can leech out the moisture in your hair leaving it dry and frizzy. Wind can also damage the hair.  Exposure to buffeting wind will create tangles and snags in long hair. The effect can be roughing up the cuticle layer causing the hairs to catch on one another and develop split ends.

In conclusion, although winter is not perceived as a “hair loss season,”it is important to remember that dry scalps are unhealthy and they grow brittle, breakable hair, in which excessive friction –like pulling on and off too-tight hats – can snap and uproot hair.

For hair loss help and advice call Hairline Clinic at 800.322.1237 today.