Shabana Ahmed Shabana Ahmed Asked 9 months ago

Does hair fall out more in winter?

My scalp gets really dry and itchy in winter, and I always feel like I see more hair coming out when I brush. Is it true that hair fall increases during the colder winter months?

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Ramesh Damodaran Ramesh Damodaran Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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At my age, my hair falls out in winter, summer, and monsoon anyway! But yes, winter dandruff definitely makes it worse. I just apply some warm oil and hope for the best.

Sister Lini Mathew Sister Lini Mathew Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, dry winter air robs the scalp of moisture, leading to dry roots and dandruff, which increases hair fall. Try to avoid using very hot water for hair washes, lukewarm is much better.

Malini Roy Malini Roy Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

My dermatologist at Apollo told me that dry winter scalp can cause temporary shedding. However, they advised me to get a proper scalp scan done if it doesn't stop. Always better to ask a doctor clearly.

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Ganga Ram Ganga Ram Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Beta, winter brings dryness to everything. In our village, we use a little warm mustard oil on the scalp before bathing to keep it soft. Don't worry, your hair will grow back once spring comes.

Kiran Deshpande Kiran Deshpande Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I used to suffer from terrible winter hair fall and itching. What helped me was applying warm coconut oil mixed with a little hibiscus flower paste. It kept my scalp hydrated and reduced the breakage immensely.

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Vijay Goel Vijay Goel Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Dry scalp in winter can cause hair fall, but keep an eye on your general health too. When my BP medications were adjusted, my hair quality also changed. Regular health checkups are very important.

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