The postpartum period often becomes an unexpected challenge for the condition of your hair. Even women who had thick, shiny and strong hair during pregnancy experience active hair loss, loss of volume and dryness a few months after giving birth. Searches for ‘hair loss after childbirth’, ‘how to restore hair after childbirth’, and ‘hair after pregnancy’ regularly appear among women, as this problem is widespread and emotionally sensitive.
It is important to understand that in most cases, hair loss after childbirth is a physiological process. However, proper care can significantly reduce its intensity and help hair regain its healthy appearance faster.
Why does hair fall out after childbirth?
The main cause of postpartum hair loss is hormonal changes. During pregnancy, oestrogen levels rise and hair remains in the growth phase for longer. This is why many women notice that their hair becomes thicker during pregnancy and hardly falls out at all.
After childbirth, oestrogen levels drop sharply and a large amount of hair simultaneously enters the telogen phase — the hair loss phase. This usually happens 2–4 months after the baby is born and can last up to six months.
The situation is often made worse by additional factors:
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chronic sleep deprivation;
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physical and emotional exhaustion;
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breastfeeding;
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iron, protein and vitamin deficiency;
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stress and weakened immunity.
As a result, hair not only falls out, but also becomes thinner, drier and more brittle.
How hair changes after childbirth
In addition to hair loss, women often notice a change in hair structure. It may become greasy at the roots but remain dry along the length, lose its shine, become tangled and be more difficult to style. Often, there is a feeling that the hair is ‘unruly’ and looks less well-groomed even after the usual care.
During this period, it is very important not to try to ‘treat’ the hair with aggressive procedures, but to focus on gentle restoration and support.
Hair restoration after childbirth: the right approach
Hair restoration after childbirth should be comprehensive and start with the scalp. It is responsible for the quality of new growth. Regular but gentle cleansing helps to remove excess sebum and styling product residue that can interfere with normal hair growth. AminoCleanse shampoo with amino acids is well suited for this purpose, as it cleanses the scalp without drying it out.
Periodic use of DermiPeel gentle scalp peel helps improve microcirculation and increase the effectiveness of care products. And for targeted support of the roots during the postpartum hair loss period, it is advisable to add HairBoost serum, which strengthens the hair and helps prevent premature hair loss.
Length care: moisturising, protection, softness
While new hair is just starting to grow, the length needs to be treated with particular care. After childbirth, it often becomes brittle and dry, so the basis of care should be moisturising and restoring the water-lipid balance.
For regular care after washing, GlowBalm with phytosqualane and wheat proteins is suitable, which softens the hair, makes it easier to comb and protects it from dehydration.
Masks should be used 1-2 times a week. If your hair is dry, porous or weakened, FiberFlex mask with bioceramides and a complex of oils will be effective. If your hair has been damaged by dyeing or heat styling, it is advisable to pay attention to the intensive restorative formulas of the RepairPro line, which work both on the surface and inside the hair.
Leave-in care during the postpartum period
Leave-in products play a key role in reducing breakage and mechanical damage. Glossify or PureGloss help moisturise the hair along its length, make it more elastic and protect it during combing. For extra nourishment and shine, VelvetGlow is ideal, as it supports the hair without weighing it down.
For daily smoothness and softness without weighing the hair down, it is convenient to use LAvMAGIC spray conditioner or SilkMist, especially if the hair has become more sensitive and reacts more quickly to external factors.
Volume and styling without damaging your hair
Postpartum hair loss often leads to a visible loss of thickness. During this period, it is important to choose styling products that do not dry out your hair. VoluMist or SaltBoost are well suited for root volume — they add texture and volume without stiffness or overload.
To fix your style, you can use KeratinFIX hairspray, which preserves the natural look of your hair and provides additional care thanks to keratin.
Protection from external factors
Even if your hair is not dyed, it is more sensitive to the sun and temperature changes during the postpartum period. HydraMist helps provide moisture, heat protection and UV protection, reducing frizz and maintaining shine.
When to expect hair recovery after childbirth
For most women, intense hair loss decreases 6–9 months after giving birth. New growth appears — short hairs along the hairline. Full restoration of density can take up to a year, and sometimes a little longer. At this time, the most important thing is regularity, patience and gentle, systematic care.
Hair undergoes a natural phase of change after childbirth, and hair loss during this period is not a pathology. Proper scalp care, moisturising and restoring length, gentle styling and protection from external factors help to make this stage much easier. A systematic approach and carefully selected products allow the hair to gradually regain its strength, shine and healthy appearance.
