Strong, healthy hair starts at the roots — literally. And while the internet and beauty publications are chock-full of resources and tips for strong hair, not all of them tell us how to strengthen hair roots.
At Daniel Alain, we understand the impact weak hair roots have on how your hair feels, and looks. We also know it can take a toll on your confidence. Identifying the signs of weakening hair roots and pinpointing their origin can make a world of difference in averting hair issues before they get out of hand.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to spot compromised hair roots, what causes them, and strong hair tips for keeping your roots as resilient as you are.
Ready, set, fortify!
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO HAVE WEAK HAIR ROOTS?
Prevalent in both males and females, weak hair roots don’t discriminate. They can be just as plaguing as hair fall. The physical symptoms are paralleled by the heavy emotional burden they can have on your self-esteem, personality, and overall happiness.
The good news is that spotting weak hair roots is the first step in remedying the problem.
But first, how can you tell if you have weak hair roots? Here are some potential signs to keep an eye out for:
- Increased hair breakage
- Excess shedding (more than 100 strands per day)
- Split ends
- Dull, lackluster hair
- Hair roughness
- Increasingly tangled or unruly hair
- Fine, thinning hair strands
- Increased frizz
While some of these symptoms are pretty standard for other common hair concerns (like heat damage or product overuse), experiencing them frequently and all at once could be a tell-tale sign of some root distress.
As for why hair roots lose their strength — that could be due to a number of reasons.
What Causes Weak Hair Roots?
When it comes to weak hair roots, there isn’t one universal cause. The truth is that hair roots can lose strength because of many possible factors.
Hair roots that are weak can pave the way for excessive hair loss — ultimately resulting in bald patches or alopecia, which aren’t usually reversible. Therefore, it’s crucial to identify the primary source behind this kind of hair damage. That way, you can make a proactive effort to avoid it and live your most fabulous life.
So how do hair roots get compromised?
Some of the most common reasons for weak hair roots are:
Nutrient deficiency
Your hair, like your body, derives nourishment from what you eat and drink. Hair, which is mainly made of a protein called keratin, requires you to consume enough of the macronutrient to keep it strong and healthy.
A diet heavy on sugar and unhealthy fats but low on protein and other essential nutrients impair the quality of your hair roots, making them weak, dull, and dry.
Hormonal imbalance
An increase in androgen (as seen in polycystic ovarian syndrome) can trigger weak hair roots and hair loss.
Similarly, pregnancy brings a rush of hormones transforming how your hair behaves. First, it forces your hair into telogen (a “resting phase” in which hair neither grows nor sheds). After delivery, however, the decrease in estrogen weakens the hair roots bringing about excessive hair shedding. So much for that pregnancy glow…
Genetics
As if generational trauma wasn’t enough, we might have our parents to thank for weak hair roots, too. They could be an early sign of a genetic hair loss condition, such as androgenetic alopecia (or female/male pattern hair loss).
Underlying health conditions
Bacterial infections, viral diseases, thyroid disorders, chronic stress, and other conditions can significantly impact your scalp and hair health, triggering weaker hair roots or hair loss.
Side-effects of medical drugs or surgery
Your body’s response to certain medications (like retinoids) or surgical procedures (like geriatric weight-loss surgery) can also trigger compromised hair roots and hair loss.
Environmental damage
It’s no secret that the sun’s ultraviolet rays and airborne pollutants majorly stress your complexion, but they aren’t ideal for hair either. A combination of several environmental factors, like UV exposure, free radicals, and air pollution, can negatively impact your overall hair and scalp health.
Harsh hair treatments and products
Harsh hair products like those used in permanent straightening treatments, perming treatments, and smoothing treatments can be overly aggressive on your hair and scalp — going as far as altering the bonds in your hair follicles and weakening hair cuticles. As a result, they weaken and become more prone to breakage and fall
Improper hair care or grooming
Brushing your hair too vigorously or doing so while your hair is still wet (and at its most fragile) can gradually damage your hair roots. Excessive use of heat tools (such as curlers and straighteners) can also wreak havoc on your hair shafts and roots due to intense heat exposure.
Once you target the root of your distress, finding the right solution gets much more straightforward.
So how do you make your hair roots as strong as your morning espresso? Let’s talk about it.
Tips to Strengthen Hair Roots
When it comes to maintaining hair health, prevention is key. That’s because once hair follicles are deeply damaged, undoing the damage is sometimes impossible. However, if you find you’re experiencing symptoms of weak hair roots, hope is not lost.
When caught early on, there are steps you can take to prevent further damage, strengthen your roots, and support existing healthy hair follicles. The most important thing to remember is that caring for your hair isn’t just surface-level. Hair is delicate, complex, and runs deeper than you might think.
So, without further ado, here are our exclusive tips for strong hair roots and achieving the hair quality you dream of.
Incorporate clinically-proven products
Not all hair care products are created equal, but the right ones can be a game-changer for your hair’s health and appearance.
Enter: Daniel Alain’s INTACT Root Securing Complex. This treatment is clinically proven to reduce hair shedding by 77% in just a single use. The patented PiliLock® Sevilla Orange Complex formulation feeds your hair the nutrients it needs to grip and lock it in at the very roots.
The results? Less shedding and stronger, more radiant hair.
Take a break from aggressive treatments and heat styling
As you introduce root-supporting products into your hair care regimen and work to strengthen your roots, hit pause on the harsh hair treatments and excessive heat styling. Instead, give your tresses a much-needed break and opt for products free of harsh sulfates.
Remember to protect your hair
Just like your skin, your hair is exposed to environmental irritants on the daily. Take necessary steps to protect your hair from sun damage and other environmental aggressors. Whenever you go outside, apply some SPF to your scalp. Show off hometown pride with a vintage sports cap or wrap a scarf over your head for a chic, protective style.
Always treat your hair with care
Contrary to popular belief, washing and brushing your hair isn’t the only upkeep you need to keep your mane strong and beautiful. When brushing and styling your hair, remember how fragile it is and treat it as such. It’s best to always be gentle with your hair, but be sure to practice extra care as you work to make your hair roots stronger.
Give your nutrition a hair-boosting overhaul
Compromised hair roots and hair loss are often the result of poor nutrition, so give your hair the support it needs from within. Try introducing more foods that promote hair growth into your diet. Increase your intake of hair-boosting nutrients like protein, omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, iron, biotin, and vitamins A, C, D, and E.
And don’t forget to stay hydrated!
Try a hair growth medication
FDA-approved medications like Finasteride or Minoxidil can be great solutions for treating hair loss caused by weak hair roots. Just remember that prescribed treatments can take months to show results. Your first step is to take the Minoxidil Response Test to make sure you will respond to treatments, as Minoxidil only works for some people.
If you find out you’re a responder, your hair will regrow with Minoxidil. If you’re not a responder, you can take the Booster for men or women, which will give your scalp the necessary enzyme activity to convert Minoxidil to its active form, so that you can see success with the treatments.
Talk to your doctor to determine which might be right for you and your hair goals.
Don’t dwell on your insecurities
We know, it’s easier said than done. But stress isn’t healthy for your body, especially your hair. So as you commence the journey to strengthen your hair roots, don’t forget to focus on your mindset.
Be patient and remember to be as kind to yourself as you are to your hair.
Even if you aren’t experiencing symptoms of compromised hair roots, putting these strong hair tips into practice will only help to fortify your scalp and hair health.
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There’s a reason INTACT is so popular — because it’s one of the best hair roots treatments you’ll get your hands on.
Seriously, this isn’t your mom’s drugstore pre-shampoo treatment.
Unlike other products on the market, INTACT’s scientifically-crafted formula uses patented root-securing technology to trap hair at the root, create grease-free volume, so hair looks and feels fuller, and conditions the scalp leaving it healthy and hydrated.
Most importantly, it’s the only treatment proven to reduce hair shedding in as little as 30 minutes. Now that’s game-changing.
Other benefits of using INTACT include:
- Instantaneous results
- Increases the force needed to pull out hair
- Retains hair strands during washing, brushing, and styling
- Safe for all hair types
- Dermatologist tested and approved
Those are some pretty big promises — how does INTACT deliver?
how does intact work?
We touched on INTACT’s patented PiliLock® Sevilla Orange Complex earlier, but how does it actually work its magic?
Daniel Alain’s exclusive team of scientists and dermatologists scientifically formulated the one-of-its-kind patented root-securing technology. This technology works by waking up the arrector pili (tiny muscles in your hair follicles) and creating tension keeping hair literally intact at the root during arduous activities like washing, grooming, and styling.
The outcome is hyper-strong hair roots and 77% less shedding! Silky-smooth, shiny locks are just an added bonus.
MAKE YOUR HAIR ROOTS AS STRONG AS YOU WITH INTACT!
Life delivers no shortage of worries — your hair shouldn’t be one of them.
Take back control of your insecurities and fortify weak hair roots with INTACT — the only anti-shedding hair treatment proven to transform your hair in as little as ten minutes of the very first application.
It’s time to stop letting your hair rob you of your self-esteem and style. Step back into the beautifully confident woman you were born to be. With Daniel Alain on your side, nothing will hold you back from feeling like your best self.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes weak hair roots?
Various factors trigger weak hair roots. Mainly: nutrient deficiency, poor diet, hormonal imbalances, genetic predisposition, stress, disease or infection, surgery, medications, environmental stressors, harsh products and treatments, excessive heat styling, or improper hair care.
How do I make my hair stronger at the roots?
The best way to strengthen hair roots is to apply our tips and introduce a clinically-proven anti-shedding treatment, like the INTACT Root Securing Complex, to your daily hair care routine.
What makes hair follicles stronger?
Knowing how to strengthen hair roots and follicles with the right products, diet, and upkeep will fortify your hair and improve its overall appearance.
How do you know if your hair roots are weak?
Some signs of weak hair roots include increased breakage, shedding, split ends, loss of shine and smoothness, increased tangling, and thinning strands.
How do I fix weak hair roots?
Upgrading your hair care with fortifying products, eating the right foods, and learning how to care for your hair properly will make a world of difference in the strength and appearance of your tresses.
What foods strengthen hair roots?
Foods that fortify your hair are high in protein, omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, iron, biotin, and vitamins A, C, D, and E.
Which oil makes hair roots stronger?
When it comes to weak hair roots, treatments like the INTACT Root Securing Complex can be a godsend for putting life back into your hair. But you’ll also need to practice gentle hair care and ensure you get all the required nutrients via a healthy, hair-boosting diet.
How do I strengthen my scalp?
Emollients and humectants, like those in our INTACT Root Securing Complex, naturally moisturize your hair and scalp without using GMOs, sulfates, parabens, silicones, oils, SD-alcohol, artificial dyes, or gluten.
Can damaged hair follicles be repaired?
If caught early on, absolutely! However, it's tough to reverse once your hair follicles are deeply damaged. At that point, your best is to focus on protecting your healthy follicles and take the steps necessary to support new hair growth.
