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Sleep and Your Hair - What's the Connection?

By Nutrafol Team2024-05-24

How does sleep affect hair?

We all know the feeling—you tossed and turned all night, and now your third and final alarm is ringing from your phone. An extra 5 minutes from the snooze button just won’t cut it. 

But we also know the feeling of a great night’s sleep. You wake up energized and ready to take on the day ahead—and an added bonus? Good sleep habits can help support your hair health.

When we sleep, our body is busy regulating various biological processes—many of which play a role in the hair growth cycle. Poor sleep can lead to:

  • Increased stress1

  • A weakened immune system2

  • Hormone fluctuations3

  • Nutritional gaps4

When we don’t get enough rest, our body’s tolerance for stress decreases, which can lead to:

  • Excess hair shedding

  • Trouble waking up in the morning

  • Feeling tired or wired throughout the day

Our friends at Headspace know the importance of a healthy sleep schedule—and how a restful night sets the tone for your entire day.

Here are 4 tips for sleeping better from the experts at Headspace:

  1. Set a consistent sleep schedule: When you go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, your body learns when it’s time to sleep and when it’s time to rise and shine.

  2. Create a relaxing pre-bedtime routine: Take a warm bath, read a book, or listen to one of your favorite sleep meditations from Headspace before bed.

  3. Avoid foods that disrupt sleep: Large meals, alcohol, or stimulants like coffee before bed can disrupt your sleep flow and diminish your sleep quality.

  4. Unplug an hour before bedtime: Dim the lights and limit screen time before bed to help relax your mind and unwind.

Nutrafol subscribers receive a complimentary Headspace subscription with their subscription for even more sleep tips and advice.

Quality sleep helps you feel more focused, productive, and present—so you can take on each day with a healthy mindset, knowing you are supporting your whole body and your hair health.

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