“Your hair will grow back” is hardly comforting when you’re overwhelmed by the emotional impact of losing it. Watching their hair fall out after chemo and facing months with a bare scalp remains one of the hardest parts of cancer treatment for many women. It’s completely normal to have moments where it all feels like too much. So how do you lift yourself back up? Here are six things to keep in mind for those days when you’re having a “hair-loss low.”

1. You are so much more than your hair

Your hair—and your appearance as a whole—is just a tiny part of who you are. You are your humor, your kindness, your friendships, your generous heart. Chemo can never take that away from you. And have you noticed how people suddenly compliment you on other beautiful features now? Your sparkling eyes, your cute freckles, your radiant smile, or your strong cheekbones—these are all things to be proud of. Even long after treatment, they deserve to shine, perhaps more than they ever could when your hair used to take center stage.

2. Hair loss is “just” a side effect of treatment

Losing your hair during chemo isn’t caused by the cancer itself—it’s a side effect of the very treatment that’s making you better. It’s for the greater good, no matter how painful it feels. We’re not saying this to downplay the impact of hair loss—it’s absolutely huge. But seeing it in a broader perspective can sometimes shift how you feel about it and bring a sense of calm.

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3. Don’t believe the idea that you need hair to “feel like a woman”

You are and remain a woman. You’re not less beautiful or less feminine—just a little different for a while. Yes, you have to get through this period without hair. But less hair never means less woman. The idea that femininity only comes from your hairstyle is far too narrow, don’t you think?

4. You’ll only be without hair for a few months

After chemo, your hair will grow back. Once you have a fresh, short crop again, you’ll be surprised how quickly you forget the bald stage. Many women would never dare chop their long hair short overnight—you don’t have a choice right now. But you might just discover that a short, chic haircut actually suits you perfectly! You’d be amazed how many women decide never to grow their hair long again after chemo. One customer recently told us: “Everyone says I look 10 years younger with my short, fresh cut!”

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5. Other people’s stares often say more about them than about you

And often, those looks are actually filled with admiration—truly!
People see you walking through this difficult journey and think, “Wow, she’s doing it, even through everything she’s facing.”

6. Talk about it: venting is allowed, laughter is essential :-)

At the hospital, you’ll probably cross paths with other women rocking bald heads just like yours. They understand your experience better than anyone else. Sharing complaints—and plenty of laughter—together can feel incredibly healing.