Massage scalp daily

Using your fingertips (not nails), massage the entire scalp in small circular motions for 4-5 minutes daily. Apply gentle but firm pressure. Do this on dry hair or during shampooing.

Why It Works

Scalp massage increases blood flow to hair follicles, delivering more oxygen and nutrients. A small 2016 study found that daily 4-minute scalp massages over 24 weeks led to increased hair thickness. During telogen effluvium recovery, improved circulation can help follicles re-enter the growth phase faster.

Tips

• Be gentle — aggressive massage can increase mechanical shedding of resting-phase hairs
• A silicone scalp massager can make the process easier
• Consistency matters more than duration — daily is better than occasional long sessions