What is COVID hair loss?

COVID hair loss is the increased loss of hair due to illness, stress, or high fever. Hair loss after physical and emotional stress is common. The good news is the condition is temporary. People who experienced high fevers from illness other than COVID may also experience loss of hair. There are many ways to treat COVID hair loss, including hair treatments, hair oils, vitamins, etc.

How do I know if I have COVID hair loss?

You'll probably notice that you're losing more hair than usual. On average, people lose about a hundred hairs a day. Telogen effluvium (hair loss) can cause you to lose about three-hundred hairs per day. This could happen gradually over time, or it may happen quickly over a few months. You may notice areas of your hair that are thinning. A good way to track the overall condition of your hair loss, is to conduct a brush test. Brush your hair for 60-seconds and examine how much hair comes off in your brush. This will help you track how much hair you're losing on a daily basis.



Can COVID hair loss be reversed?

Good news! There are many ways to stimulate the scalp to help increase hair growth. Massaging the scalp, reducing heat usage, using the right hairbrush, and using designated shampoo and conditioner can all increase hair growth. Our owner and stylist Maria, always recommends brushing your hair a hundred times a day, twenty-five times on each side. Use a good quality shampoo and conditioner. Look for products that contain ingredients like keratin, caffeine, and soy protein, such as thickening shampoo and conditioner. Our favorite duo would be the Redken extreme length that contains castor oil to promote hair growth. Shop our favorites here.

These will all provide nutrients for your scalp and encourage healthy hair growth. Try using cold water in place of hot water when you wash your hair. This can stimulate circulation and blood flow to the scalp which will help provide nutrients for the roots of your hair follicles.

Here at Oasis Salon, its important that we get you in the chair to discuss your hair concerns first, so we can create the perfect, post-worthy hair after. When you walk in our doors, you can expect a complimentary consultation with our hair experts. We are here to provide you with everyday confidence, relaxation, and beauty. Once we get to know you and your hair, we will recommend a personalized hair care routine to best help your hair concerns. Schedule a complimentary consultation with Maria for a healing routine and product recommendation, See Availability.

Get the look you deserve and schedule a consultation today by calling your local Oasis Salon, Palm Harbor 727-785-7438 | Dunedin 727-470-901 | Oldsmar 813-814-1503.