The winter days have arrived. It’s getting cold outside, while it’s lovely and warm indoors. One of the main causes of dry hair is the change in temperature. Read our dos and don’ts for dry hair here!
10 DON’TS
When hair is dry (and damaged), it gets very frizzy and becomes static. In addition to temperature changes, there are several other factors that can make hair dry.
• Blow-drying
The heat from a hair dryer makes hair dry and frizzy. Always use a heat protectant or serum when blow-drying.
• Heat-styling tools
Heat-styling tools also make hair static and dry. Use them for as little time as possible and protect your hair from the heat with a heat protectant.
• Washing your hair
Washing your hair often removes the scalp’s natural protective oils. When the scalp dries out, the hair has no protection at the roots. Try to wash your hair as little as possible! Twice a week is enough.
• Sea and pool water
Avoid sea and pool water as much as possible. Salt and chlorine are harsh on the hair’s natural protective layer. Still going in the water? Apply a protective spray to your hair to prevent it from drying out, and tie it up when you go swimming.
• No hair products with alcohol
Alcohol in hair products is a no-go for your hair’s moisture balance. Alcohol dries it out and makes hair look dull. Not all types of alcohol are bad for hair. Behenyl alcohol, Cetearyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Cetyl alcohol, Lauryl alcohol, and Myristyl alcohol do not dry out your hair.
• Combing
Frequent combing or brushing can damage the hair cuticles. It’s great to have tangle-free hair, so the best tip is to comb your hair with a wide-tooth comb. This removes tangles while causing as little damage to your hair as possible.
• Chemical treatments
A major cause of dry hair is chemical treatment, such as getting a perm or dyeing your hair. Don’t want to avoid these? Make sure to give your hair extra protection with a suitable shampoo and conditioner.
• Temperature changes
Significant temperature changes are not good for your hair. Going from a warm, dry room to the outdoors, where it’s only a few degrees, makes hair frizzy and static. Spending a lot of time in dry spaces, such as offices and schools, makes hair dry. Before heading out in the morning, it’s a good idea to apply serum to your hair. It will stay beautifully shiny and frizz-free throughout the day.
• Tanning beds
Sunlight and UV light dry out your hair considerably. When sunbathing or using a tanning bed, it’s best to protect your hair with a heat protectant. This creates a protective layer so harmful particles from sunlight and UV light cannot penetrate your hair.
• Pillow
At night, you move around a lot while sleeping, which can tangle your hair. Friction between your hair and pillow damages the hair cuticles. When these cuticles open up, your hair becomes dry and frizzy. Sleep on a satin pillowcase.
10 DOS
• Hair mask
Care for dry hair with a lovely hair mask specially designed for dry, frizzy hair. Tip: make your own mask with eggs, yogurt, sunflower oil, and mayonnaise for shiny, soft locks.
• Conditioner
Alongside a nourishing shampoo suited to your hair concern, the right conditioner is essential. Choose a conditioner that targets dry and damaged hair for the best results.
• Drying your hair
After washing your hair, blow-drying it is quick and easy. Unfortunately, a hair dryer makes hair frizzy, so let it air-dry instead. It takes a little longer than blow-drying, but the results are worth it!
• Water
To maintain your hair’s moisture balance, it’s important to keep your body hydrated. Drink enough water, around 1.5 to 2 liters a day, to maintain proper hydration.
• Heat protectant
When hair comes into contact with heat (from styling tools), it becomes damaged and dries out. Always apply a heat protectant to your hair in the form of a spray or serum. The heat protectant creates a protective layer over the hair cuticles, keeping moisture in your hair.
• Zinc
Vitamins are essential for optimal health. Zinc is needed to improve the condition of your hair. Zinc promotes hair growth and nail growth. This vitamin is also good for your skin.
• Lukewarm and cold water
Make your hair shine by rinsing it with lukewarm or cold water after washing. The cool water closes the hair cuticles, keeping moisture in your hair. It takes some willpower, but your hair will be silky soft and radiant!
• Trimming
Dry hair is most noticeable at the ends. The ends split and feel rough. Prevent dry hair by getting your ends trimmed regularly. Don’t worry, taking a little off each time won’t make your hair short!
• Serum
The key to healthy, shiny hair is using a nourishing serum. Apply it to your hair after washing or before using a heat-styling tool.
• Sleeping
Do you have extremely dry hair? Go to bed with an intensely nourishing treatment in your hair. Coat your hair with coconut oil or a little olive oil, braid it or tie it in a bun, and sleep with a towel over your pillow. Overnight, the nourishing natural oil penetrates your hair. Rinse it out in the morning. This gives your hair an intensive boost of nourishment and moisture.
