Post-Baby, Perimenopause or Stress? Why Your Hair Might Be Curling
If you’re based in Brighton and you’ve recently noticed your hair becoming curlier, wavier, or harder to manage, you’re not alone. Many clients visiting our salon in Fiveways, Brighton say the same thing: “My hair never used to do this.”
Hair texture changes are far more common than most people realise, especially during key life stages. Whether you’ve recently had a baby, are experiencing perimenopause, or are simply juggling a busy, stressful lifestyle, your hair can change — and often in surprising ways.
Let’s break it down in a calm, friendly way (no overwhelm here).
Post-Baby Hair Changes
After having a baby, your body goes through major hormonal shifts — and your hair often reflects that. During pregnancy, higher hormone levels can make hair feel thicker and smoother. After birth, those hormone levels change again, and new hair starts to grow.
That new growth can have a different texture, often appearing wavier or curlier than before. Many Brighton mums tell us they suddenly feel like they don’t know how to style their hair anymore — especially when time is limited.
This is completely normal. With the right haircut, moisture, and styling advice, post-baby hair can actually become easier and more beautiful than you expect.
Perimenopause & Hair Texture Changes
Perimenopause can start earlier than many people think, sometimes in your late 30s or early 40s. During this time, fluctuating hormones can affect hair density, dryness, and texture.
You may notice your hair becoming:
Curlier or wavier
Drier or more frizzy
Thinner in some areas and fuller in others
Hormones influence the shape of the hair follicle, which plays a big role in how your hair grows. This is something we see regularly with clients in our Fiveways salon — and it’s nothing to worry about.
Stress and Its Impact on Hair
Brighton life can be busy, and stress has a sneaky way of showing up in your hair. Ongoing stress can affect hormones, scalp health, and how hair grows, making natural waves and curls more noticeable.
Stress can also make hair feel dull, frizzy, or harder to control — even if your routine hasn’t changed.
You’re Not Doing Anything Wrong
One thing we always reassure our Brighton clients is this: your hair changing isn’t your fault. It doesn’t mean you’re using the wrong products or suddenly “bad” at doing your hair. It simply means your hair needs something different now.
Often, small changes — such as adding more moisture, adjusting your cut, or working with your natural texture — can make a big difference.
What To Do If Your Hair Is Getting Curlier
If your hair texture has changed, the best next step is to talk to a stylist who understands these transitions. At our Fiveways salon in Brighton, we see hair changes like this every day and can help you find a routine that works for your current hair — not the hair you had years ago.
Sometimes, the biggest shift is learning to let go of how your hair used to be and embracing what it’s becoming.
And if your hair is curling more than ever? It might just be finding its natural rhythm — and that’s something worth celebrating ✨