9 Practical Ways to Manage Thinning Hair
These 9 easy and practical steps will help you better manage hair that is thinning, as well as get you on the path towards better hair (and overall health).
These steps will allow you to minimise the condition, prevent further damage, and over a period of time and with the right diagnosis, reverse it.
Let’s get into it!
*Pssst, catch up on our 11 Major Reasons for Thinning Hair in Women.
1. Give up Relaxers and Go Natural
Relaxers are extremely unhealthy and have negative long terms effects on your health.
Not only have they been linked to the high incidence of reproductive cancers in black women, but the harsh chemicals also weaken the hair follicles over time.
It is advisable to go natural and learn how to care for your hair in this state, rather than exposing yourself to the negative effect of harsh chemicals.
Do you want to know more? Our Feature Article on Why Black Women Need to Stop Using Relaxers will help shed more light on this issue.
2. Mind set shift
Hair thinning happens for a number of reasons, and in some instances, it is as a result of hormonal changes or due to genetics.
Hormonal changes in the body brought about by pregnancy or menopause have been known to cause thinning hair, and in such instance, acknowledging this shift is a good step towards better managing the changes.
When you understand the why and embrace it, then you can approach any interventions with the right mind set – which is key for properly caring for your hair.
So rather than being negative about the changes, treat it as a chance to better care for your body during this phase that it is in and approach the condition from a place of compassion, and not negativity.
3. Hack: Drink Molasses / take capsules
A NaHaZo hack for dealing with thinning hair is to drink molasses every day.
This health drink is great for improving the overall condition of your hair, and also has other health benefits. You can also take molasses in the capsule form if you want to avoid staining of your teeth, which is common when you drink molasses.
Delve into our article on Blackstrap Molasses Drink and Hair.
4. Focus on your Nutrition
Nutrition is key to health hair (and a healthy scalp).
In order to get the most out of your hair goals, it is best to make sure that what you eat is nutrient rich food that can nourish your hair from within. The common nutrients that ensure healthy hair are biotin, Iron, Vitamin D and these are readily available in everyday foods.
Get up to speed with these healthy Iron Rich Food Recipes.
5. Manage your Iron Levels
One of the main reasons for thinning hair in naturals is low Iron levels. These may be caused due to poor diet or illness, but is a condition that can have major consequences on your overall health as well.
It is good practice to check your Iron levels, especially when you notice a marked change in your hair texture and to also routinely check it after being diagnosed with anaemia.
Low Iron levels can be treated by eating a sustained diet high in Iron. In extreme cases, a doctor can prescribe pills and /or a blood infusion.
6. Manage your Vitamin D levels
To get an improvement in the texture of your hair, you should make sure that your Vitamin D levels are at the right levels.
Low Vitamin D can cause hair thinning, and loss in extreme cases. The body gets most of its Vitamin D from the Sun and so it is advisable to spend time in the sun every day to raise your levels naturally.
Check out our Facts about Vitamin D & Hair Health.
7. Change your Hair Habits
Should you find yourself dealing with thinning hair, especially at the temple, then it is key to change your hair habits.
Avoid tight hairstyles or any styles that put a strain on your scalp. Common culprits are thin, long braids, heavy dreadlocks or braids.
Rather wear loose styles, as well as minimise use of barrettes or accessories that put a strain on your hair follicles.
8. Manage your Stress
Stress is linked to hair loss and thinning, and so one of the first steps you can take is to ensure that you manage the levels of stress you are exposed to.
While it is not possible to completely remove stress from our lives, there are certain routine habits that you can do to lower your cortisol levels.
Also removing yourself from stressful friendships or environment can be a goal that you can walk towards in the long term.
Check out these 46 Activities for Better Mental Health in 2025.
9. Regularly take Supplements
You can get into the routine of taking supplements every day to improve the condition of your hair.
However, consult a health care professional to make sure that you are taking the correct supplements for your health needs.
Have you tried any of these interventions? What was your experience? Please share in the comments and let us know how you went about caring for your thinning hair.
And until the next time, fabulous ladies, happy naturaling!
