Hair loss (also known as alopecia) is a concern that affects many individuals, and while genetics and aging are common causes, stress is also a factor that can significantly impact hair health. Understanding how stress contributes to hair loss and implementing effective prevention strategies can help maintain a healthy head of hair well into old age.

At Indulge Salon, we’re all about helping you feel confident from the inside out. In this article, we explain why stress-related hair loss happens and what you can do to keep your hair looking and feeling healthy.

How and Why Does Stress Cause Hair Loss?

We all deal with health, work, relationship, and general life-related stress, but did you know that stress could be one of the major reasons why you’re noticing more hair is ending up in your brush or the shower drain than is staying attached to your head?

While it’s normal to lose up to 100 hairs a day, noticeable thinning or shedding could be related to a lifestyle that is impacted by a lot of stress. There are a few different ways stress can lead to alopecia:

• Shedding: Stress can cause your hair to stop growing, which means it falls out more than usual and in bigger clumps.
• Bald patches: In more serious cases, stress might even trigger a condition where the body’s immune system attacks the hair follicles, leading to round patches of hair loss.
• Hair pulling: Some people also develop a habit of pulling their own hair when they’re anxious or stressed. They may not subconsciously realize they’re even doing it until it’s too late!

Research has shown that stress hormones like cortisol can disrupt the hair growth cycle by preventing stem cells from replacing hair that has fallen out.

What You Can Do to Protect Your Hair

You can’t always avoid stress, but you can take steps to manage it and care for your hair. Here are some simple things that can really help, not just your hair but your overall quality of life:

1. Find ways to relax: Whether it’s meditative deep breathing, going for walks, journaling, or just committing to a digital detox for a few hours or days every so often, finding time to de-stress is important. Even 10 minutes a day can make a difference.
2. Eat well: Your hair needs nutrients to grow. Try to eat a balanced diet that is rich in protein (such as eggs or beans), iron (from red meats or spinach), and vitamins (especially vitamin D and B vitamins).
3. Be gentle with your hair: Avoid tight hairstyles like slicked-back ponytails or braids that tug on your scalp. Let your hair air-dry whenever possible and use a wide-tooth comb to avoid breakage or shedding.
4. Massage your scalp: This is an easy and relaxing way to boost blood circulation to your hair follicles, which can encourage growth. Just use your fingertips and rub gently in circles for a few minutes a day. Alternatively, why not treat yourself to a professional Indian head massage?
5. Talk to a professional: If you’re experiencing a lot of sudden hair loss, it’s worth checking in with your doctor to rule out anything serious. And of course, our team at Indulge Salon is always here to help with personalized tips and treatments.

At Indulge Salon, we understand how personal and emotionally stressful hair issues can be. That’s why our team is here not just to style your hair, but to support you in regaining your confidence after experiencing hair loss. Whether you’re dealing with thinning hair or hair that isn’t regrowing properly, we’re here with expert advice and customized treatments.

Want to learn more? Call or pay us a visit. Let’s talk about what’s going on with your hair and how we can help.

Staying active contributes to a healthy lifestyle, and for athletes and fitness enthusiasts, daily workouts are compulsory. But while you’re investing in your physical strength and endurance, your hair care may be left to suffer on the sidelines. Sweat, constant washing, tight hairstyles, and exposure to pollutants, chemicals, and toxins in the environment can leave your locks feeling dry, brittle, or lifeless. At Indulge Salon, we believe healthy hair should be part of your wellness routine. Here’s how you can easily combine a hair care routine with your training program.

Rinse Your Hair After Each Intense Workout

Sweat contains salt and other minerals that can dehydrate both your scalp and hair. While you don’t need to apply shampoo after every workout, it’s a good idea to at least rinse your hair with clean, cool water. This helps wash away sweat and prevents buildup on the scalp. We also recommend using a gentle sulfate-free shampoo every few days to help keep your hair looking and feeling its best.

Be Smart About Conditioning

Athletes often deal with dry or frizzy hair due to frequent rinsing and shampooing. To combat this, apply a lightweight, leave-in conditioner or hair oil to the ends before tying your hair up. This helps to keep your locks hydrated and prevents breakages that can result from wearing headgear or hair ties.

Sweat, chlorine from pools, and exposure to the sun can limit your hair’s natural moisture production. You should regularly use deep conditioning treatments, such as masks that will help restore softness and strength. At Indulge Salon, we offer customized hair treatments that infuse your strands with nourishing ingredients designed for people just like you with active lifestyles.

Think About How You Style Your Hair

Tight ponytails and buns might be convenient as you are less likely to have loose strands flying in your face while you’re running or doing high-intensity training. However, they can cause tension on the scalp and lead to breakages or even hair loss over time. Opt for looser styles such as low-hanging ponytails or braids or use fabric-covered scrunchies that are gentler on your hair. Vary your hairstyle to avoid repeated stress on the same areas.

Use Dry Shampoo

If you’re working out daily but don’t want to overuse shampoo, a high-quality dry shampoo can help absorb excess oil and add volume between washes. Just make sure to use it sparingly and cleanse thoroughly during your regular wash days to avoid buildup, which can have the opposite effect on your luscious locks.

Protect Your Hair from Chlorine and the Sun

If you’re a swimmer or you spend a lot of time outside, chlorine and UV rays can damage your hair. Rinse your hair with clean water before swimming and use a cap when possible. After you’ve completed your swimming session, wash with a shampoo that has been specially formulated to remove chlorine and apply a hydrating conditioner. For sun protection, look for products with built-in UV filters or wear a hat during extended outdoor workouts.

Your hair shouldn’t take second place to your fitness goals. With a little extra care and the right products, you can keep your hair strong, healthy, and beautiful, no matter how hard you train. At Indulge Salon, we specialize in personalized hair care that fits your lifestyle.

Book an appointment today, and let our expert stylists help you create a hair care plan that will work out for you.

If you’ve ever had your hair lightened, you might have noticed orangey-peachy tones creeping in after a few weeks. This color is often called “blorange” (a blend of blonde and orange), and it doesn’t always appeal to people who want golden or sun-kissed blonde locks.

You may have looked for a solution on Google or seen a video on TikTok telling you to wash your hair with purple-tinted shampoo; however, purple shampoo doesn’t always offer the right fix for orange-toned hair. At Indulge Salon, we see this mistake all the time, and we’re here to help you understand what’s really going on and how to fix it properly.

What Is Blorange Hair?

When you lighten your hair, especially if your natural tones are darker, your pigments don’t just disappear. They fade gradually and can turn orange, brassy, or even reddish. If your hair wasn’t lightened enough or if the color has begun to wash out, you might see those warm tones peek through. This is what creates that “blorange” look.

What Does Purple Shampoo Do?

Purple shampoo is great at keeping blonde, gray, or silver hair from looking too yellow or dull in the weeks and months after it has been colored or subjected to everyday wear and tear. It has purple tones in it that help balance out the yellow. However, purple can only cancel out yellow tones. If your hair looks more orange than yellow, purple shampoo won’t really help, as it’s not strong enough, but blue-tinted shampoos will usually do the trick.

How to Choose the Right Toning Shampoo

If your hair has started to look too yellowy, orangey, or brassy after coloring or lightening, it might be time to add a toning shampoo to your hair cleansing routine. But with so many options out there, including purple, blue, and silver, it can be hard to know which one will deliver the desired results. Here’s how you might go about making the right choice:

1. Figure Out What Tone You’re Trying to Fix: Before you go to the shop to check out the range of shampoos on sale, you need to figure out what kind of tones you’re seeing in your hair. Is it more yellow or more orange?
   • Yellow tones usually show up in lighter blonde or gray hair. Think of that dull, banana-yellow tone that can develop over time.
   • Orange tones tend to be more visible in darker blonde, light brown, or brunette hair that’s been lightened. This is the more coppery, brassy look that produces a “blorange” color.

   If you’re not sure what you’re seeing, take a photo of your hair in natural light, speak to a trusted friend, or, better yet, ask your stylist during your next visit to Indulge Salon.

2. Pick the Right Shampoo for the Job: Once you know the tone you’re dealing with, picking the right shampoo becomes a lot easier:
   • Use purple shampoo if your hair looks too yellow. Purple helps cancel out those unwanted yellow tones and keeps your blonde looking softer and more vibrant.
   • Use blue shampoo if your hair is too orange. Blue pigments help tone down that brassy, copper-like hue that appears in lightened brunette or dark blonde hair.

Still Struggling with Blorange? We’ve Got You

At Indulge Salon, we see this all the time. You don’t need to guess which shampoo to use or throw money at products that don’t work for your specific color. Our stylists can take a look at your hair, figure out exactly what’s going on, and recommend the best way to fix it, whether that’s the right shampoo, a toner refresh, or a full color correction.

We also use and stock professional products you won’t find in drugstores or supermarkets, so you’ll leave with exactly what you need to keep your hair looking fresh and beautiful between salon visits.

Call us now to book an appointment.