What vitamin does hair need in the fall?
Seasonal hair loss is one of the common cosmetic problems in the fall. The hair cycle changes during this season and it enters the “rest” phase after being exposed to the strong rays of the sun in the summer. During this period, there is one vitamin that is able to restore some vitality to the hair and reduce hair loss. It is vitamin C, which plays an important role in hair care throughout the fall months.
Hair loss is a natural and temporary phenomenon during the fall season. This phenomenon lasts between 6 and 8 weeks, and it usually does not cause concern unless it continues for more than 3 months or is accompanied by other symptoms such as the appearance of clear gaps in the scalp. Vitamin C plays an important role in hair care during this delicate stage, due to its many benefits in this field. Its most prominent food sources are citrus fruits, kiwi, strawberries, guava, pepper, and parsley. It can also be obtained from nutritional supplements. Its most important benefits for hair are:
Vitamin C contributes to increasing the body’s production of collagen, which is an important protein in strengthening hair roots and maintaining its structure, which helps enhance its growth and increase its vitality. Vitamin C also enhances the shine of hair, making it look healthy and beautiful.
– Protecting it from free radicals:
Vitamin C has antioxidant properties that fight free radicals that cause damage to hair follicles. These radicals are defined as independent electrons searching for counterparts to bond with and achieve stability. Its movement in the body causes damage to the cells. The presence of these free radicals increases hair loss, and here comes the role of vitamin C and its antioxidant effect, which contributes to neutralizing the effects of these radicals. The properties of this vitamin can be used topically when it is present in hair care masks and serums, or when taken orally through natural fruits and vegetables or nutritional supplements.
Vitamin C also helps improve the body’s absorption of iron, which is considered a vital mineral for hair health because a deficiency can lead to hair loss. This vitamin also contributes to enhancing blood circulation in the scalp, delivering nutrients to hair follicles and promoting hair growth.
– Fighting dryness:
Vitamin C stimulates the production of natural oils in the scalp, which contributes to protecting it from dryness. It helps the hair absorb and retain moisture, which enhances its vitality and protects its ends from split ends and breakage. Vitamin C has an anti-aging effect that can affect the hair, as it protects the scalp from oxidative stress.
- For more: Follow Khaleejion 24 Arabic, Khaleejion 24 English, Khaleejion 24 Live, and for social media follow us on Facebook and Twitter
