Suddenly there seem to be more hairs on your brush, and in the shower it feels like you're losing far more hair than the rest of the year. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone — autumn hair shedding is one of the most common topics our customers bring up with us during exactly this time of year. The good news: in most cases, it's a natural and temporary process that hair goes through every year. And the even better news: with the right routine, you can actively support your hair this season instead of just passively waiting for it to pass. Below, you'll find a step-by-step guide to everything you need to know about seasonal hair shedding: why it happens, how to tell it apart from something that actually needs attention, and what care routine helps your hair grow stronger by spring. You don't need complicated treatments or a huge budget — you need consistency and the right products, used in the right order at the right time.
Why More Hair Falls Out in Autumn
Hair goes through a cycle made up of a growth phase (anagen), a short transition phase, and a resting phase (telogen), at the end of which the hair naturally falls out to make room for a new one. In summer, prolonged sun exposure "pushes" more hairs into the growth phase at the same time — and in autumn, those same hairs simultaneously reach the end of their cycle and fall out. In practice, you're not losing "extra" hair — you're seeing the cumulative result of summer, concentrated into a few weeks. This phenomenon is documented under the name seasonal telogen effluvium and in most people it lasts 6–10 weeks.
How to Tell If It's Normal Shedding or Something to Watch
Shedding of up to about 100 hairs a day, spread evenly across the scalp with no visibly thinner patches, falls within the normal range of seasonal hair shedding — especially if new hair keeps growing in as often as before. Real reasons for concern are clearly visible patches where the scalp becomes noticeable, shedding that hasn't eased after 2–3 months, or other symptoms appearing (persistent itching, irritation). In these cases, it's best to see a dermatologist or trichologist — a care routine helps, but it doesn't replace a proper diagnosis.
A Basic Routine to Support Hair During Shedding Season
For ordinary seasonal shedding, the goal of your routine isn't to "stop" a natural process, but to give your hair everything it needs to grow back strong. This is where the Collagen line from Xiaomoxuan's portfolio comes in — Collagen Shampoo 550 ml, a formula free of sulfates, parabens and dyes that gently cleanses the scalp without drying it out, plus Collagen Mask 550 ml (or the 260 ml version, for shorter hair), applied 1–2 times a week to deeply nourish the hair and restore its elasticity. Collagen helps maintain the hair's structure and reduces breakage — a factor that, in autumn, often adds to natural shedding and creates the feeling that "even more hair is falling out."
The Step Most People Skip: Scalp Care
There's a lot of talk about hair length and much less about the scalp — even though that's where every new hair begins. A clean scalp, free of sebum buildup or styling product residue, offers better conditions for new hair growth. Tea Tree Shampoo 300 ml In practice, if a strand grows out of a clogged or irritated follicle, any mask or serum applied to the lengths has limited effect — which is why scalp care should be the first step, not the last, in any autumn hair-care routine. Ideally, wash your scalp 2–3 times a week, without overdoing it, since excessive washing can dry out the scalp even more, and avoid very hot water, which makes the discomfort worse. A balanced scalp means less itching, less dandruff, and, in the long run, thicker strands that are more resistant to shedding.
How to Build the Full Routine, Step by Step
- Shampoo — gently cleanses, sulfate-free, 2–3 times a week.
- Mask — 1–2 times a week, left on for a few minutes for deep repair.
- Spray Conditioner 200 ml — a leave-in product for damp or dry hair that makes combing easier and reduces breakage of fragile strands during styling.
If you'd like the whole routine in one bundle, The Collagen Set You can use it alongside the Tea Tree Shampoo — for example, alternating between the two depending on how congested your scalp feels from one week to the next — or exclusively during the seasonal shedding period, when hair needs an extra boost of protein and hydration. The collagen in the formula helps maintain the strand's elasticity and reduces breakage, an important detail in autumn, since broken strands visually add to normal shedding and create the impression of a bigger problem than it actually is. Used consistently for 6–8 weeks, the Collagen routine helps you see a difference not just in shedding, but also in your hair's overall texture and shine.
In short
In most cases, autumn hair shedding is a normal, temporary process — a natural consequence of summer, not a sign that something is wrong. What you can control is how well you support your hair during this period: gentle cleansing, deep hydration with a mask, and consistent scalp care. You'll find the full Xiaomoxuan hair care range in our online store.
