How To Care For Dry & Damaged Hair
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Introduction
Dry hair can be a frustrating problem for many people. Whether it’s caused by harsh styling products, environmental factors, or genetics, dry hair can be difficult to manage and can leave you feeling self-conscious about it.
But don’t worry because there are many ways to care for dry hair that can help improve its appearance and leave it looking and feeling healthier. In this article, we’ll discuss some tips and tricks for keeping your dry and/or damaged hair healthier and more hydrated.
We will be including some of the best products and treatments to use, as well as hair care and even lifestyle changes that help improve the health of your hair. So, if you’re struggling with dry, damaged hair, then read on for some valuable advice and information.
3 Causes Of Dry And Damaged Hair
Over-Styling:
Over-styling with heat-based tools such as curling irons, flat irons, and blow dryers can also cause dry and/or damaged hair. The heat from these tools can strip hair of its natural oils and moisture, leaving it dry and brittle.
To protect hair from over-styling, it’s important to use heat-protectant products before using heat-based styling tools and to limit the use of these tools.
Environmental Damage:
Environmental damage can be a major cause of dry and/or damaged hair. Exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays, as well as wind, can strip hair of its natural oils and moisture, leaving it dry and brittle. Additionally, chlorine from swimming pools and salt from the ocean can also damage hair, further worsening the condition.
To protect hair from environmental damage, it’s important to wear a hat or scarf when outdoors and to use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner.
Medical Conditions:
Certain medical conditions can also cause dry and/or damaged hair. These conditions include hypothyroidism, anemia, and psoriasis. Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the body does not produce enough thyroid hormone, which can lead to dry, brittle hair.
Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells, which can lead to dry, brittle hair. Psoriasis is a condition in which the body produces too many skin cells, which can cause dry, brittle hair.
Want Soft, Shiny, Manageable Hair? Then, Follow These Tips And Tricks!
6 Tips For Washing Your Hair
- Wash your hair every other day. Washing your hair is actually drying to your hair, so the less you wash your hair – the better. Please keep in mind that, I’m not saying don’t shower. I am simply saying to only wash your hair every other day. So, before you get in the shower, just throw it up with a clip or a ponytail holder and go about your shower routine.
- Use a gentle shampoo and conditioner. Look for shampoo and conditioner that are specifically designed for dry and damaged hair. These products will help nourish and hydrate your hair, making it softer and healthier.
- Clip your conditioned hair up. When you are taking a shower, clip up your hair up while you allow the conditioner to soak, so that your body wash and water does not interrupt your conditioners crucial soaking time.
- Allow your conditioner to soak. You need to let your conditioner soak on your hair for three (3) to five (5) minutes, at least.
- Comb the conditioner through your hair. When rinsing your hair, comb the conditioner through with a wide-toothed comb to help ensure the conditioner gets through to every strand.
- Rinse your hair with cool water. Rinsing your hair with cool water has many benefits. One of those benefits is that it helps close the ends of your hair, making it smoother, softer, silkier, and more manageable.
6 Tips For Caring For Your Hair
- Limit the amount of heat you use on your hair. Too much heat can cause further damage, so try to limit the amount of heat styling you do. If you must use heat, use a heat protectant spray to help protect your hair from the heat.
- Use heat-protectant products. Not using heat-protectant products before your heated styling tools, it can make your hair dry and brittle. It will increase your split end rate dramatically.
- Get regular trims. Regular trims can help to get rid of split ends, which contribute to making your hair look dry and damaged.
- Use a wide tooth comb when detangling. If you use a wide tooth comb when combing through your hair, especially when it’s wet can prevent breakage. You want to also start from the bottom and work your way up, as starting from the top and attempting to pull through tangled hair increases hair breakage that will eventually cause breakage and split ends. It also rips hair out of the follicle which thins your hair in the long run.
- Avoid harsh chemicals. Many styling products that we use, unknowingly contain harsh chemicals that can strip the natural oils from your hair and make it even drier and more damaged. Look for products that are free from sulfates, parabens, and alcohol.
- Use glossing treatments. Using hair glossing treatments can help moisturize, lock in moisture, and make your hair look soft, smooth, and healthy. There are some great glossing hair treatments on the market nowadays.
Conclusion
By following the tips and tricks outlined in this article, you can help to restore your dry and damaged hair to a healthier and more manageable state. From avoiding harsh chemicals to changing up your styling routine to using nourishing and moisturizing hair care products, you can make all the difference in the health and vibrancy of your hair. With a bit of patience and the right techniques, you can have beautiful, healthy hair that you can be proud of.
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