How to Regrow Hair on Bald Spots

How to regrow hair on bald spots is one of the leading questions that naturals deal with during their healthy hair journey. Balding can be very distressing, more so when it spreads all over your scalp.

It is, however, important to know that most naturals experience bald spots at some time in their hair journey.

BUT with the right attitude, knowledge, and consistency, this hair growth stumbling block can be addressed

To be able to properly treat bald spots, you need to know the following hair truths:-

1. What are bald spots?

As the name suggests, these are round bald patches that appear on your scalp where you previously had hair.

They can range from tiny to large spots and are smooth to the touch.

2. Why do they occur?

Bald spots occur for several different reasons.

It may occur because of stress, poor nutrition, or lifestyle choices.

It may also occur as a result of Alopecia Areata – this is when the body’s immune system attacks the hair follicles, causing balding in places.

Want to know more? Get a detailed breakdown on What causes Alopecia Areata. 

Traction alopecia is also a common reason for bald spots. It occurs when a person frequently wears hairstyles that pull the hair too tightly.

However, OUTSIDE of underlying medical conditions that require professional intervention, bald spots during your hair journey are a setback that can easily be addressed.

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3. Seven tips to regrow bald spots

Tip 1 – Lifestyle Audit

It is important to know the WHY before you even begin to treat your bald spots. Therefore you need to first audit your lifestyle to see what is causing the problem.

Some factors to deliberate are – Have you been doing prolonged fasting? (Intermittent fasting has been known to cause bald patches in some naturals). What hairstyles do you favour? What accessories do you use on your hair?

Have an honest look at some of your practices, and see how you can eliminate/improve your behaviour in order to help regrow hair on your bald spots.

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Tip 2 – Nutrition

One of the ways to regrow hair on bald spots is to improve your nutrition.

This is especially true if you suffer from anaemia, which is common among black women. Iron-rich foods, such as eggs, fish, and spinach, coupled with Vitamin C need to be a staple in your diet.

Also, to further improve the health of your hair, ensure that your diet is rich in protein, zinc, and other essential nutrients.

Wanna try a healthy recipe rich in Iron? Try our Spiced Carrot & Lentil Soup to boost Hair Health. 

Tip 3 – Hair Regime

Review your hair regime and incorporate better hair care practices.

Make sure that you always sleep with your hair in a silk or satin scarf, to avoid snagging or friction which may aggravate or cause hair loss.

Also, review your moisturizing routine and up your hair’s moisture content. This you can do by trying techniques like the maximum hydration method or indulging in clay treatments.

When you maintain adequate moisture levels, this helps minimize the possibility of more bald spots occurring.

Keen to try out our top hair moisture hacks? Honey for Natural Hair and DIY Aloe Vera Gel are some of our favourite ways to hydrate your strands for longer. 

Tip 4 – Hair Products

There are many products on the market falsely claiming to cure bald spots. While some of these products are great for stimulating the scalp and ensuring hair growth – make sure that you first engage with other naturals as well as do your research before use.

Also, remember that your body knows how to heal itself, and there are several organic DIY oils, creams, masks, and leave-in conditioners that can help treat bald spots.

For example, some good DIY products to incorporate into your regime are clove oil, coffee rinse, flaxseed gel, hibiscus oil, and moringa oil, to name a few.

Tip 5 – Supplements

It is a good idea to introduce into your daily routine the supplements that your hair needs to flourish. This should, however, be done under the guidance of a professional.

Some supplements to consider are Omega 3, Zinc, Iron, and Biotin – all of which are great for strengthening hair.

Tip 6 – Review your styling practices

Bald spots sometimes occur as a result of pulling and tagging at your hair and are commonly experienced at the area of tension such as the centre line or side parting of a hairstyle.

To avoid this, it is advisable to constantly change your hairstyle, as well as where you part your hair. This helps to reduce strain in a particular area.

Also avoid certain hairstyles, such as thin braids or any tight hairstyles that place additional strain on your scalp.

Tip 7 – Patience and Consistency

This is a huge one! You will need to have patience in nursing your hair back to health, as well as be consistent with your care regime.

Any quick fix or rushed ideas, will only see you frustrated.

‘How long does it take for bald spots to fill up?’ you may ask. Well, this depends on the severity of your condition and whether you have received a clean bill of health. If you have, then you will see progress between four months to a year. 

In the meantime, take the time to learn what it is your hair needs to flourish and enjoy the journey. You got this! Your bald spots will soon be a thing of the past. 

4. What to do when balding recurs?

Yes, bald spots do and can recur.

That is because sometimes, despite having the best intentions, you may fall off the good hair wagon. You may also revert to poor eating habits, have an illness or other stress-related factors, or even hormonal imbalances.

Life happens!

Many a natural has been down this road, and it is part of the journey of knowing yourself and your hair. So don’t be hard on yourself if bald spots show up again after all your hard work managing it.

Be kind to yourself.

You have treated it before and you can do it again. Get back to the seven easy hacks listed above and with consistency, patience, and time, you will be back to your old hair again.

 Also bear in mind that at the end of the day, the best defence against bald spots recurring is to be consistent with your hair care. Make it part of your self-care routine.

Have you suffered from bald spots before? What was your experience and did it recur? Sound off in the comments and share your experience with us.

Until the next time, beautiful ladies, happy naturaling!