There are many reasons women experience hair thinning and hair fall. But one of the most common, and often most overlooked, reasons for hair changes is simply the passage of time. Yes, ageing itself has a profound effect on our hair’s strength, texture, density, and growth cycle. The good news? You can absolutely take action to support your hair as it ages. Knowing how to look after your hair as you age is key to maintaining strong, healthy, and fuller-looking hair well into your later years. With the right habits, nutrition and products, you can give your hair the support it needs to thrive, whatever your age.
Why Hair Changes With Age
As we get older, our bodies go through countless physiological changes, and our hair is not spared from the process! We all know about going grey (that’s down to melanin production decreasing), but unfortunately, it’s not the only effect:
- Hair Growth Slows
As we get older, the hair growth cycle naturally begins to slow. The active growth phase (called the anagen phase) becomes shorter, while the resting phase lasts longer. This means your hair doesn’t grow as quickly as it once did, and shed strands aren’t replaced as fast. Over time, this leads to a gradual reduction in overall hair volume. Research published in the British Journal of Dermatology found that hair density is highest between the ages of 20 and 30, but then steadily declines with age.
- Reduced Scalp Oil
Sebum production from the scalp naturally declines with age. This leads to drier hair that’s more prone to breakage, dullness, and frizz. This lack of natural oils can also make your hair more fragile to brushing, heat styling, and environmental damage.
- The Menopause and Perimenopause
During perimenopause and menopause, shifting hormone levels can have a major effect on the hair and scalp. As oestrogen and progesterone levels drop, the hair’s natural growth cycle can slow down. The result? Increased shedding, slower regrowth, and overall thinning. The accepted wisdom is that around 50% of women experience hair thinning or fall during menopause, starting from perimenopause and sometimes lasting into postmenopause.
How To Look After Your Hair As You Age
All these changes are a natural part of the ageing process, but they can still be difficult to navigate. Understanding what is happening to your hair is key to understanding how to look after your hair as you age—and why targeted support is so important during this life stage.
Here’s the good news we mentioned in the introduction – there’s plenty you can do to support your hair and scalp as you get older. Adopting the right haircare habits and using the best products can make a significant difference in how your hair looks and feels.
Feed Your Follicles From The Inside
Just like your skin, your hair is a great marker of your general health. As we age, it becomes even more important to get the right balance of nutrients to support, strong, healthy growth. Hair Gain Hair Capsules and Hair Gummies have been scientifically formulated to support healthy hair from within. Powered by the unique AnaGain™ ingredient, along with an amazing blend of essential hair vitamins and minerals, our superb supplements help stimulate and prolong the hair growth cycle and reduce hair fall.
Nurture Your Scalp Health
You can’t have healthy hair without a healthy scalp. To combat the reduction in scalp oil that can come with age, it’s vital to give your scalp some TLC. Our Hair Gain Scalp Foam is designed to revitalise the scalp, improve follicle condition, and promote growth from the root. It’s lightweight, non-greasy, and perfect for everyday use, especially on ageing scalps in need of stimulation.
Deep Conditioning Treatments
As hair ages, it often becomes drier, duller, and more prone to breakage. That’s why regular deep conditioning is so important for maintaining strength, shine, and softness. The Hair Gain Hair Mask is rich in AnaGain™ and Panthenol—powerful ingredients that not only restore moisture to brittle strands but also support a healthy scalp environment. It helps soothe dryness, reduce irritation, and create the ideal conditions for hair to thrive, leaving both your hair and scalp feeling nourished and revitalised.
For an extra boost, try applying the Hair Mask and Scalp Foam with the Hair Gain Scalp Massager. Its gentle silicone bristles stimulate circulation, help evenly distribute product, and turn your treatment into a relaxing ritual your scalp will thank you for.
Wash Less, Refresh More!
With the drop in natural oil production, washing hair less is a sensible plan. Over-washing hair can strip away these essential oils. Reducing the frequency of washes will help preserve these oils. Reducing the frequency of washes will help preserve these oils—twice or three times a week at a maximum is a good guideline. That said, everyone’s hair is different, so it’s important to listen to your body and do what feels right for you. But, try to limit washes as much as possible to maintain the scalp’s natural balance.
To keep hair feeling fresh between washes, a high-quality dry shampoo can be invaluable. Hair Gain's Peptide Puff™ Dry Shampoo is a non-aerosol, finely milled powder designed to absorb excess oil, sweat, and odour while adding volume and texture. It's formulated with an advanced Peptide complex, with a blend of scalp-friendly ingredients, including biotin, caffeine, and red clover extract, which are known to support hair and scalp health. This dry shampoo is dermatologically tested and suitable for sensitive scalps, making it an excellent choice for mature hair care routines.
Adjust Your Styling Habits
What worked in your 20s may not be doing your hair any favours in your 40s, 50s, or beyond. Limit the use of heat tools, which can further dry out and weaken ageing hair. If you do use heat, always apply a protective product first.
Also, consider switching to a wide-toothed comb and sleep on silk or satin pillowcases—both gentler on fragile strands and better for reducing overnight breakage. Hair Gain’s Comb is perfect to detangle strands and prevent unnecessary damage.
Stay Calm (Really!)
Stress wreaks havoc on your body—including your hair. Emotional stress is a well-documented cause of temporary hair loss, often referred to as telogen effluvium. As we age, our ability to bounce back from stress decreases, making our hair more vulnerable to the effects.
Incorporating calming practices like yoga, walking, journaling, or even just taking 10 mindful minutes a day can help support both emotional wellbeing and hair health. Coupling this with a consistent Hair Gain supplement and topicals routine provides a double benefit: supporting both scalp and system.
Final Thoughts
Ageing doesn’t mean giving up on your hair—it just means caring for it in smarter, more supportive ways. From nourishing your follicles from the inside out, to protecting your strands and soothing your scalp, knowing how to look after your hair as you age is a powerful first step.
Whether you’re noticing gradual thinning, experiencing dryness or breakage, or simply want to future-proof your hair routine, Hair Gain’s range of clinically backed supplements, topical solutions, and gentle accessories can help support every strand—beautifully and naturally.
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