Can Your Matcha Habit Really Cause Hair Loss? Here’s the Truth!
Matcha has gone from ancient tea ceremony staple to modern zeitgeist. It’s creamy, earthy, and the drink of choice for anyone chasing calm focus without the caffeine crash. But lately, TikTok and Instagram have been buzzing with claims that this trendy green powder could be linked to hair loss. For wellness lovers who start their mornings with a whisk and frother, that’s a pretty alarming thought.
So, is matcha secretly sabotaging your hair? Or is this just another internet panic moment? Let’s separate fact from fear — and share how you can protect your hair without giving up your favorite drink.
What We Know So Far
Matcha contains tannins, compounds that can interfere with how your body absorbs non-heme iron (the type found in plant-based foods). If you’re already prone to low iron or drink matcha right before or after meals, it might make it harder for your body to get the iron it needs. And since low iron is one of the most common nutritional causes of hair shedding, you can see how the dots connect.
But before you blame your matcha latte, there’s more to the story.
The Other Side of the Cup
Matcha also happens to be loaded with antioxidants, especially EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), which has been studied for its potential to support scalp health and protect hair follicles from DHT, a hormone linked to thinning. So while overdoing it can affect iron levels, moderate matcha drinking may actually help fight inflammation and oxidative stress, both of which play a role in hair loss.
In other words: the problem isn’t matcha itself, it’s how and how much you’re consuming.
How to Keep Both Your Matcha and Your Hair
Keep your matcha at least one hour away from meals, especially iron-rich ones.
Eat plenty of iron sources like lean meats, lentils, and leafy greens.
Pair meals with vitamin C (like citrus or berries) to help absorb more iron.
Limit your intake to one serving a day — that’s plenty for the benefits.
Treatments to Help if You’re Already Noticing Hair Thinning
If you’ve spotted more strands in your brush lately, don’t panic — but do take action. At Fix Salon Seattle, we offer treatments that target scalp health and strengthen fragile hair from within.
Recommended Fix Salon Treatment:
Customized Gloss & Trim: Freshens up your ends for fuller, shinier-looking hair.
Hair And Scalp Therapy: Enjoy an experience that will cleanse, treat, and revive your hair and scalp. Add this treatment to your service for a first class experience.
Recommended Home Care Products:
Redken Acidic Bonding Treatment: Repairs internal bonds, restoring strength and softness.
Kérastase Genesis Ritual: Fortifies weak hair and reduces breakage caused by daily stress.
The Bottom Line
Matcha isn’t the enemy. It’s all about balance — the right timing, smart nutrition, and consistent care. Enjoy your matcha guilt-free, and let your hair shine just as bright as that perfect green foam.
Book your strengthening or scalp treatment at and let’s keep your hair happy, healthy, and thriving with or without your morning matcha. 💚