By Darron’s Beauty Shop | Black Hair Care & Wellness
If you're experiencing thinning edges, a widening part, bald spots, or noticeable shedding, you've probably searched the internet looking for one thing:
“How do I get my hair back?”
And I understand why.
The hair-care industry is filled with products promising to regrow, restore, activate, and reverse hair loss.
But here's something I want you to hear from me:
Hair loss isn't always a simple hair-care problem. There are many different causes of hair loss, and the right approach depends on what's happening with your scalp and hair follicles.
The word alopecia simply means hair loss.
But there are different types.
For example, alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks hair follicles.
Hair loss can also be associated with:
That's why saying “one oil will reverse alopecia” is misleading.
There isn't one solution for every type of hair loss.
Here's where I agree with an important part of the natural-health conversation:
Your overall health matters.
Your hair follicles need adequate nutrients to function normally, and certain nutritional deficiencies can be associated with hair loss.
Research has found that people with alopecia areata are more likely to have low vitamin D levels, although that association does not prove that vitamin D deficiency is the cause of alopecia areata or that taking vitamin D alone will cure it.
Research has also found associations between alopecia areata and lower zinc levels, but researchers caution that more evidence is needed before nutritional supplementation can be considered a definitive treatment.
That's why I don't recommend randomly taking handfuls of supplements because somebody on social media told you that you have a deficiency.
A dermatologist may use blood testing to investigate things such as thyroid disease, iron levels, and vitamin deficiencies when appropriate.
I'm a big believer in looking at the whole picture.
That means paying attention to:
Include a variety of:
Foods such as pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds, sesame seeds and other nutrient-dense foods can be part of a balanced diet.
But remember:
Food is not a replacement for medical treatment when you have a diagnosed hair-loss condition.
And more isn't always better.
Don't start taking high-dose zinc, vitamin D, biotin or other supplements unless you have a reason to do so and have discussed it with a qualified healthcare professional.
Let's talk about stress because this gets oversimplified online too.
Stress can be associated with certain types of hair shedding, and the American Academy of Dermatology notes that some people with alopecia areata remember experiencing significant stress before their hair loss began. However, stress isn't considered the sole cause of alopecia areata.
So instead of telling you:
“Your cortisol is causing your alopecia.”
I'd rather say:
Get adequate sleep.
Eat well.
Move your body.
Manage chronic stress.
Don't smoke.
Limit excessive alcohol.
And address health concerns with your healthcare provider.
Those are good health practices whether you're experiencing hair loss or not.
This is where your hair-care routine matters.
Even when you're working with a dermatologist to determine the cause of your hair loss, you can still take better care of the hair and scalp you have.
If your braids, ponytail, extensions or hairstyle are painful, it's too tight.
Repeated tension can contribute to traction alopecia, and prolonged damage can lead to permanent hair loss.
Avoid excessive pulling, aggressive detangling and unnecessary manipulation.
More oil does not automatically mean more hair.
Dry, fragile hair is more susceptible to breakage, which can make thinning appear worse.
This is where I want to be completely honest with you.
I'm not going to tell you that putting oil on your scalp will magically reverse an autoimmune condition or regrow a destroyed follicle.
That's not how responsible hair care should be marketed.
But a good hair and scalp oil can be part of a healthy hair-care routine.
An oil can help:
And that's exactly why I created Rich Roots Intensive Hair & Scalp Oil.
Rich Roots is my richer conditioning oil formula for people who want more than a lightweight finishing oil.
It's formulated with a blend of botanical oils, including:
A rich oil commonly used in textured-hair routines to condition and soften the hair.
A botanical oil valued for its fatty-acid content and conditioning properties.
A lightweight botanical oil that helps condition the hair.
Helps provide softness and conditioning without the heavy feel of traditional grease.
A lightweight carrier oil that helps give the formula a smooth, spreadable feel.
The result is a richer hair and scalp conditioning oil designed for natural, textured and relaxed hair.
Start small.
Part the hair into sections and apply a small amount to the scalp.
Gently massage with your fingertips.
You can also apply a small amount to dry-feeling areas of the hair, concentrating on the mid-lengths and ends.
You don't need to saturate your scalp with oil.
More product isn't necessarily better.
Consistency with a good hair-care routine matters more than pouring half the bottle onto your head.
This is one part of hair care I will always emphasize.
If you're experiencing:
Don't just keep changing products. Get your scalp evaluated.
A dermatologist can determine what's causing the hair loss and whether you need blood work, a scalp examination or other testing.
And please don't stop prescribed treatment because someone online told you that “doctors don't know what they're doing.”
For some forms of alopecia, medical treatments—including corticosteroids, minoxidil and other medications—can help. Treatment depends on the diagnosis.
Here's what I want you to take away from this:
Understand your scalp.
Understand your hair.
Understand your health.
Understand the cause of your hair loss.
Then build a hair-care routine that supports your goals.
That's what being a Clean Beauty Watchdog means to me.
I'm not going to tell you that every ingredient is toxic.
I'm not going to tell you that every natural ingredient is automatically safe.
And I'm not going to promise that one bottle of oil can cure a medical condition.
That's responsible hair care.
If your hair and scalp need richer conditioning and moisture, Rich Roots was created for that purpose.
Jamaican Black Castor Oil + Pumpkin Seed Oil + botanical conditioning oils
🌿 Rich conditioning
💧 Moisture support
🖤 Hair & scalp care
✨ Great for textured and relaxed hair
💆🏾♀️ Perfect for incorporating scalp massage into your routine
It's a conditioning hair and scalp oil designed to complement your hair-care routine.
Your hair deserves care. Your scalp deserves attention. And your health deserves the right answers.
— Darron | Darron's Beauty Shop
