5 Daily Habits That Are Destroying Your Hair

The average man loses around 100 hairs every single day.

Maybe you’ve noticed it too—hair on your pillow

or filling your hands when you shampoo.

But the worst part is not knowing why it’s happening.

In this article, I’ll show you five daily habits

that are secretly destroying your hair and how to fix them fast.

1. Night Habits

Most guys don’t realize this,

but the way you sleep can silently destroy your hair.

Sleeping with Wet Hair: Wet hair is weak. Friction from moving your head on the pillow damages the outer layer and weakens strands from the root. Always ensure your hair is at least 80% dry before bed.
Cotton Pillowcases: Cotton absorbs your scalp’s natural oils, leaving hair dry, frizzy, and prone to breakage. Switch to silk or satin pillowcases to help hair retain moisture and reduce friction.

Most people use oil without understanding its purpose.

Every oil has a specific function—some add shine,

others reduce dandruff, and some aid growth.

Rosemary Oil: This is the strongest option, proven to give results as powerful as minoxidil when used regularly.
Avoid Mistakes: Don’t use too much (4-5 drops are enough) to avoid overwashing dryness. Don’t sleep with oil in your hair as it clogs follicles. Massage your scalp before shampooing to potentially increase hair thickness by 8%.

Even drying needs attention.

Two common mistakes are costing you hair.

Harshly Rubbing with a Towel: This causes breakage and weakens roots. Instead, gently pat and press hair with a microfiber towel, which absorbs water better and prevents damage.
Overusing Hair Dryers: Daily use of hot air makes hair thin and dries out the scalp. If you must use a dryer, avoid the hot setting completely.

Your shampoo might be the reason your hair keeps falling out.

Sulfates: Most regular shampoos contain sulfates—strong chemicals that create foam but strip the scalp’s natural oil, leaving hair dry and weak. Switch to a sulfate-free shampoo and mild conditioner.
Washing Frequency:
- Curly Hair: 1-2 times a week.
- Wavy Hair: 2-3 times a week.
- Straight Hair: 3-4 times a week.
- Active Lifestyle: If you sweat daily, it’s okay to wash daily with a gentle shampoo. Focus on cleaning the scalp, not the ends.

It doesn’t matter how much you wash from the outside

if your insides are weak.

Protein (Keratin): Hair is 90% protein. Eat eggs (3 daily), cheese, chicken, lentils, and fish to fix deficiencies.
Healthy Fats: Nuts and seeds (almonds, walnuts, flax, chia, pumpkin) keep the scalp moisturized.
Vitamins: Vitamin A (spinach, carrots), Vitamin C (oranges, lemon), and minerals like Zinc and Biotin are essential.

Hydration & Stress: Drink 7-8 glasses of water daily and reduce stress (try walking in nature) to prevent hair fall triggers.

If your hair fall has gotten serious, consider onion juice.

A 2002 study showed that 93% of men with bald spots

saw regrowth after using it twice a day for 6 weeks.

The sulfur and antioxidants boost blood flow

and wake up sleeping follicles. Consistency is key to saving your hair.