Our top 15 tips to treat dry hair

Our top 15 tips to treat dry hair 

Rising temperatures, heat and low humidity can wreck havoc on our hair. Environmental changes result in dry hair, which becomes unmanageable. So, fight dry hair and get healthy hair with these hair caretips.

Causes of dry hair:

Lack of moisture:

Our skin turns dry in winter due to lack of moisture. Similarly with hair, lack of moisture causes it to become dry and brittle.

Climate:

Intense climate changes can weaken hair - an extremely hot or cold environment can dry out hair and make it brittle. Hence, climate change is a major reason for dry hair.

Swimming pools:

Swimming is a great way to cool down on a hot day, but swimming or bathing in pools and spas with chlorinated water can lead to dry hair.

Hypothyroidism:

Dull, dry and brittle hair are symptoms of hypothyroidism. Hypoparathyroidism is a condition where the parathyroid gland fails to produce the hormone which, causes depletion of calcium in the blood. Calcium is important for strengthening hair, besides bones, teeth and tissue.

Malnutrition:

Malnutrition or anorexia is one of the causes of dry hair., since our bodies are not getting sufficient vitamins, minerals and nutrients.

Chemicals in shampoo:

Personal hair care products infused with chemicals are also a cause for dry hair.

Blow drying

Excessive blow drying or frequent use of heat treatments leads to loss of hydration, which is another contributing factor, as heat from straightening irons and blow driers absorb the moisture from our hair.

Moisturise

Climate changes, blow drying and washing hair can reduce the moisture levels in our hair. So it is important to moisturise our hair to replenish it with nutrients and strengthen it.

Condition your hair

Invest in a good conditioner. Also, massage your hair with natural oils like avocado, coconut, jojoba and olive oil.

Treatments for dry hair: 

Healthy lifestyle

Eat a balanced diet, exercise and sleep well, to have strong, healthy hair. Avoid excessive alcohol consumption as it dries hair.

Biotin vitamin

Biotin, an essential vitamin, is very important for the health of the hair. Brewer's yeast, brown rice, bulgur, green peas, lentils, oats, soybeans, sunflower seeds and walnuts are high in biotin. Or, simply take biotin supplement to provide nourishment for hair.

Folic acid and omega-3

Folic acid and minerals are also vital for hair growth. Healthy fatty acids from fish like salmon and tuna are recommended to prevent dry and brittle hair and improve the texture of the hair.

Avoid washing your hair daily

Dry hair is also caused by washing your hair daily, especially with a shampoo loaded with harsh chemicals.

Swimming tips

Wash you hair before and after entering a pool, to prevent excess absorption of chlorine. Also wear a cap while swimming to prevent dry hair.

Home remedies:

Try this homemade hair mask, made from eggs, yoghurt and honey, which is rich in proteins and essential fats to rejuvenate your hair.

Take an egg and whip it. Add a teaspoon of yoghurt and honey to this mixture and then apply it on your hair. Rinse with cold water and then shampoo
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