Divya Nair Divya Nair Asked 5 months ago

Does devacurl cause hair loss?

I've been using Devacurl products for my curly hair for a while now. Lately, I've noticed more hair fall than usual. Is it possible that Devacurl can cause hair loss?

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Sumit Ahluwalia Sumit Ahluwalia Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago
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Hey, don't worry too much. There were indeed many controversies and class-action lawsuits in the US regarding some of their products causing dryness and hair fall for some users. If you are noticing unusual hair fall, it is safest to just stop using the product immediately and switch to a gentle, dermatologist-approved cleanser.

Sujata Joshi Sujata Joshi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Arre, with our Indian monsoon and hard water, our hair falls anyway without needing expensive foreign products to help it! But yes, I read about the big DevaCurl scare online. Best to stick to our trusted local brands or basic mild shampoos rather than importing trouble.

Vikram Malhotra Vikram Malhotra Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Yes, there was a massive consumer backlash and legal trouble globally over DevaCurl causing scalp irritation and hair loss. If you have curly hair, look for cleaner, fragrance-free local alternatives instead of risking your scalp health with hyped brands.

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Meera Radhakrishnan Meera Radhakrishnan Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

I don't have time for complex hair routines, but I closely follow hair care news. If a product has a history of causing issues for many people, it is not worth the risk or the money. Switch to a basic clinical shampoo and consult a dermatologist if the hair fall doesn't stop in a couple of weeks.

Aditya Sharma Aditya Sharma Joined Jul 2026 3 months ago

I was actually reading about this curly hair community drama on Reddit recently. Apparently, many users reported scalp build-up and thinning from their formulas, though the brand denied it. It seems safer to avoid it if you already have fragile hair roots.

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Gopal Krishnan Gopal Krishnan Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

These modern chemical formulations often don't suit our traditional hair types and cause issues like dryness and hair fall. In our days, a simple wash with hibiscus leaves or mild shikakai was enough. If you face heavy hair fall, stop these fancy products and let a doctor examine your scalp.

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