The term is coined to denote short frumpy hairstyles that women often succumb to post child birth. Hair experts suggest some trendy alternatives
It's the post-childbirth scenario that most women dread. Hair loss, a thinning mane, dryness — can all become an issue and in a bid to deal with it most women go for a short crop. Dubbed as 'mom hair', the term refers to a fuss-free, often uncool, short do that women resort to in order to disguise the changes their hair is going through. But does mom hair need to be frumpy?
Easy chic styles
Urvi Chauhan – Sanghavi, Senior Salon Director, BBLUNT says, new moms tend to prefer low maintenance hairstyles, usually something they can put together quickly. "Women with short hair can opt for a short curly bob while those who prefer longer styles, can go for the layered look as it's easy to tie-up. To keep it chic, new moms can also try the very trendy top knot or a sleek high ponytail. Women with wavy hair could go in for variations of the braid or the top knot. Keep in mind though that a lot of layering can sometimes make it difficult to tie the hair up. Products-wise, it's best to use a good leave-in- conditioner, made especially for Indian hair and weather, that can work wonders to beat the humidity and frizz."
Add volume
Young moms do need to think about cutting their hair as hair does fall after the birth of the baby. The reason for this is the hormonal change in the body, explains Natasha Naegamvala, Director, Nalini of Nalini and Yasmin Salon. "There are various shorter haircuts that can make the hair look fuller. Layered cuts with hair which is shorter in front along the hairline work out well especially if the hair has thinned quite a bit. Sometimes changing the parting from center to side helps to cover the thinning area around the crown and hairline. Use products such as a mousse to shampooed hair then scrunch dry. This way you add volume to your hair making it look fuller. Very curly hair can be cut in any shorter layered styles. Care should be taken to condition hair well ."
Proper hair care
Akshata Honawar, Creative Director, Runah Salon feels the best hairstyles for new mom's are the side-swept bob, long bobs and pixie cuts. "Since new moms are pressed for time, the right shampoo and conditioner along with a serum is essential. Keep up that healthy diet. All of the vitamins and nutrients you focused on during pregnancy are just as essential for your post-pregnancy health. Regularly shampooing and conditioning is key. Avoid drastic changes to your hairstyle. As tempting as it is to go get that sassy new look everyone is sporting, avoid any major changes," she says.
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