The clean look is one of those trends that has come to stay, and it’s actually a good hairstyle option for when your hair decides not to cooperate in the mornings.
This trend not only involves the type of hairstyle we’ll wear during the day (simple but always keeping the hair super neat), but also includes a good skincare routine and using minimal makeup to appear more ‘clean.’
It is characterized by being an elegant and at the same time very natural style that you can use to hang out with friends on a regular day or for a formal work event. The clean look or ‘clean girl’ aesthetic has gone viral on social media platforms like TikTok, where hair experts have explained that this type of hairstyle could have serious consequences.
What is the clean look?
As the name suggests, this aesthetic involves using very little makeup and completely tying back your hair to achieve a cleaner and more elegant look.
The hairstyle usually consists of a ponytail, bun, or braid, with no baby hairs out of place. To achieve this, a lot of gel, hairspray, and repeated brushing are needed.
Consequences of the clean look
Just as this aesthetic went viral thanks to social media, now experts are using the platform to share the reality of using it every day.
According to some trichologist dermatologists (experts in hair diseases, functions, and anatomy), using the clean look too frequently can not only damage the hair but also cause it to fall out, leading to alopecia.
This happens because stretching the scalp too much damages the hair roots, which can bleed and scar, preventing hair from growing back.
Specialists indicate that this type of problem usually affects those with fragile roots, and the issue can even worsen, resulting in permanent alopecia. This doesn’t mean you have to stop using the clean look forever. You can use it occasionally, making sure not to use too many products and not being too aggressive with your hair to avoid hair loss.
This article was originally written in Spanish by Nayely Aguilera in Cultura Colectiva