Thinning Hair? Learn What’s Causing It & How to Stop It

Is your hair starting to look flat and feel thinner than before? Finding strands on your pillow or your comb more often than usual? You’re not imagining it - thinning hair is real, and it can be stressful.

The real solution lies in addressing the root cause. Quite literally, offering gentle, effective, and science-backed solutions that work with your scalp, not against it.

Let’s explore the hair thinning causes and how a genuinely good hair care range can help you reclaim your hair.

What Are The Reasons For Thinning Hair?

     1. Poor scalp health

A congested or flaky scalp can block hair follicles and disrupt the natural growth cycle, making it harder for new hair to grow.

     2. Nutritional deficiencies

Low iron, Vitamin D, protein, or B12? These deficiencies often show up first in your hair, making it weak, brittle, or thin.

     3. Chemical damage & overstyling

Frequent heat styling, colouring, or using harsh shampoos with sulphates can damage your hair cuticle and cause breakage, leading to visibly thinner hair.

How to Stop Hair Thinning: A Step-By-Step Hair Care Routine

Healthy hair doesn’t need a 10-step routine. You just need the right hair care products with the right ingredients.

1. Best hair oil for thin hair   

A golden potion made with 10+ ancient herbs for good hair.

If your hair needs a wake-up call, this is it. Vilvah’s Hair Growth Oil is powered by pumpkin seed oil, kalonji oil & castor oil, ingredients known for centuries to boost circulation and support new hair growth.

Use it twice a week and give yourself a slow, relaxing scalp massage (trust us, it’s worth it). You’ll not only improve blood flow to the follicles but also see visible changes over time, less breakage, more density, and stronger strands.

     Why it’s great for thinning hair:

• Improves blood circulation to the scalp
• Reduces hair fall & reverses balding
• Visible results in 90 days of consistent use

2. Best shampoo for thinning hair

A cult favourite shampoo since 2017.

Most shampoos clean, but at the cost of stripping your scalp dry. Vilvah’s Goat Milk Shampoo is one of the few in the world that’s sulphate and paraben-free yet foams beautifully.

Formulated with farm-fresh goat milk, pea protein, and jasmine, it strengthens hair strands, nourishes the roots, and improves scalp health. All without causing dryness or frizz.

     Why it’s great for thinning hair:

• Gentle on the scalp & repairs damaged hair
• Protein-rich formula strengthens strands
• Maintains pH balance and hydration

"It is very tricky to formulate a shampoo without sulphates, silicones & parabens, and to compete with the commercially available shampoos in the market. But we made one, and the rest is history!"

– Kruthika Kumaran, founder of Vilvah

3. Best hair conditioner for thin hair        

A creamy formula, intentionally designed for silk, smooth hair.

If you’ve been skipping conditioner because you think it makes your hair flat, this one’s for you. Vilvah’s Cream Conditioner is light enough to avoid weighing down fine or thinning hair but rich enough to deliver serious moisture.

The best part? It’s a silicone-free formula, packed with tucuma butter & broccoli oil, which work to hydrate, repair, and smooth your strands from root to tip. It doesn’t leave behind any residue or that heavy feeling some conditioners do. Apply from mid-length to ends and rinse.

     Why it’s great for thinning hair:

• Repairs damaged & frizzy hair
• Prevents breakage and split ends
• Soft & frizz-free hair in 1 wash

4. Best hair serum for thin hair     

8 Hours of frizz-free hair with just 2 pumps.

The final step in your routine? Hair serum. It’s like a finishing touch for your hair that makes all the difference. Vilvah's Anti-Frizz Hair Serum, made with black seed oil, curry leaf oil and hibiscus, gives instant smoothness, reduces frizz, and adds a natural shine.

Whether you’re air-drying or styling, this serum is your everyday protector. Applying the hair serum and following it up with one of those wooden hair combs for thin hair, feels so gentle and makes a big difference in reducing breakage.

     Why it’s great for thinning hair:

• Protects hair from daily heat and styling stress
• Prevents frizz-related breakage
• Seals split ends and adds instant shine

Let’s Get Those Strands Back

Dealing with thinning hair can feel like a never-ending struggle, but it doesn’t have to be. Sometimes, your hair just needs a little more care and the right kind of nourishment to bounce back. And that’s exactly what Vilvah is here for. No harsh chemicals, no unrealistic promises, just honest, effective formulas that do what they say.

Head over to www.vilvahstore.com to explore our entire hair care range. Or drop by your nearest Vilvah outlet and experience our products first-hand. Touch, feel, smell, and even get personalised recommendations from our team.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the first signs of hair thinning?

Early signs include a widening part, more visible scalp, excessive hair fall during brushing, or thinner ponytails. You may also notice slower regrowth or patchy thinning on the crown or temples.

2. Can shampoo cause hair thinning?

Shampoo itself doesn’t cause thinning, but harsh formulas with sulfates or over-washing can weaken strands and irritate the scalp. Use a gentle, nourishing shampoo and avoid washing hair too frequently.

3. How to make thin hair look thicker naturally?

To make thin hair appear thicker, use volumizing shampoos, avoid heat styling, and massage your scalp regularly. A protein-rich diet, proper hydration, and regular trims also support healthier, fuller hair.

4. Does dandruff lead to hair thinning?

Yes, severe or untreated dandruff can inflame the scalp and weaken hair roots, leading to thinning. Treat it early with an anti-dandruff routine and keep your scalp clean and moisturized.

5. What is the difference between hair thinning and hair loss?

Hair thinning means your hair strands become finer or less dense, but you still have hair. Hair loss refers to noticeable shedding or bald spots. Thinning is often the early stage, while hair loss is more advanced and visible.