Having dry hair and scalp is a common problem and one that can increase as we age. There are many reasons for dry hair to occur and the good news is there are many great solutions that will add moisture and fantastic soft manageable hair in no time.
What Causes Dry Hair?
- Genetics
No matter what your hair care routine for some of us we naturally find our hair to be on the dry side. This is especially true for curly hair types as the curls make it hard for natural oils from the scalp to fully penetrate the hair strands.
Plus as we get older, our production of scalp oils will naturally slow down which is why we see dry hair as a more common issue as we age.
- Environment
In summer, too much sun, wind, chlorine and dry air can lead to dry hair. In winter the cold dry hair plus heated air inside will also dry your hair out.
- Hair Colouring
Colouring your hair in salon or at home can have an affect on your hair by damaging it's integrity and leaving your hair feeling dry and brittle. You can try different styles such as Balayage as opposed to a whole colour but you may find you still get dry minds and ends.
- Heat styling
Regular use of your hair dryer or hair straightener can lead to your hair strands becoming damaged and dry. The high temperature of the tools that come in to contact directly with the hair are the worst at stripping out the natural oils.
- Over Washing + Under conditioning
Sometimes if you over wash your hair, especially with a shampoo with ingredients that are too harsh for your hair can lead to dryness. As can under conditioning your hair - dry hair needs lots of conditioning.
Best Hair Care To Prevent Dry Hair
- Shampoo & Conditioner
In the shower, every other day use a quality moisturising Shampoo & Conditioner designed for dry hair. These products will be rich and cream and contain beautiful natural ingredients designed to retain moisture.
Pumping your hair full of protein and healthy fats will keep it hydrated. Make sure your shampoo and conditioner are right for your hair type. Fine hair will be weighed down with a shampoo designed for thick hair.
For Hydrating Shampoo & Conditioner Try:
Matrix Total Results Moisture Me Rich Shampoo & Conditioner Duo Pack $49
Hydrating Shampoo & Conditioner For Fine Hair Try:
Pureology Hydrate Sheer Shampoo & Conditioner Duo $84
Hydrating Shampoo & Conditioner For Thick / Course Hair Try: Redken All Soft Mega Shampoo & Conditioner Duo $67.50
Leave in Treatment Mask & Oil
Once or twice a week use a leave in treatment or hair mask to give your hair and added boost of moisture for great soft hair. Take this time as pamper time for your hair - Sunday afternoons in front of Netflix are ideal!
Heat Protection
Protecting against heat damage is essential as you don't want to undo all the good work of your new shower routine. Simply spray a good heat protection spray and work into each strand before applying your hot tool.
