What You Should Know This Festive Season
Christmas might be the most magical time of year, but it’s also when many people notice their hair looking thinner, flatter or more brittle. Between cold weather, central heating, festive stress and poor diet, the holiday season can quietly take a toll on hair health.
So why does hair seem to struggle during December — and what can you do about it?
Why Your Hair Can Shed More at Christmas
1. Cold Weather & Dry Indoor Heating
Switching between icy winds and warm, dry rooms dehydrates the scalp. This encourages flakiness, irritation and breakage, making hair appear thinner.
2. Festive Stress
Christmas shopping, travel and end-of-year work pressure can raise cortisol levels. High cortisol means more strands enter the “shedding” phase of the hair cycle.
3. Indulgent Festive Foods
A few extra mince pies won’t hurt — but consistently low protein, low iron or vitamin-poor diets can impact follicle strength.
4. Winter Hats & Styling Damage
Wool hats cause friction, while frequent heat styling for parties increases breakage.
How To Protect Your Hair This Christmas
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Boost hydration – Scalp oils and hair masks help combat dryness.
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Watch your nutrients – Add zinc, iron and protein-rich foods.
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Lower stress – Even 10 minutes of downtime can help.
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Avoid tight styling – Loose, gentle hairstyles reduce tension.
These steps help, but if you’re experiencing ongoing thinning, you may need more than seasonal fixes.
Professional Hair Restoration for the New Year
At MHR Clinic, many clients decide December is the perfect time to start their treatment journey — ready to enjoy visible results by summer.
Our most effective winter solutions include:
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Prescription medications to reduce pattern hair loss
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Laser hair therapy to stimulate regrowth
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FUE hair transplant surgery for long-term density
A personalised consultation helps determine the best approach for your condition.