Winter hair trouble?
The winter elements can be really tough on your hair, the air outside is cold whilst the air inside is dry. You are dealing with static electricity daily, harsh water and chemical treatment and hat hair. Here are some tips to help your hair get through the chilly months:
- Gentle brushing
In the winter, it is very important to be gentler when you are brushing your hair, especially when your hair is wet. Wet hair is more fragile than dry hair, so after washing your hair it is generally a good idea to wait a little until your hair becomes less damp. Air drying or towel drying is also advised as less heat is used to dry your hair. When you do brush your hair, be gentle and brush slowly as to avoid damaging your hair.
- Say no to bleach or any other lightening agents
Bleaching or lightening your hair is extremely detrimental to your hair’s health in the winter. When you bleach or lighten your hair, the chemicals can penetrate the individual hair strands and break down the fatty acids and proteins that can remove your hair’s pigment. In the winter seasons, your hair tends to be drier than in the warmer months, making recovery take even longer which makes the likely hood of damage even higher.
- Protective hairstyles are a must
Hair style trends change seasonally, but certain seasons can damage your hair more than you realise. During the winter months, whilst your hair is drier than in other months, individual strands of hair become more prone to damage so styling your hair into tight braids and twists can bend and strain your hair. Sticking to loser styles, gathering your hair in a loser bun is not only easier to style but also safer. Always avoid using rubber-based bands, instead opt for using fabric bands which can reduce the amount of friction and pulling that can damage your hair.
Most importantly, continuous hydration and care for your hair is of utmost importance. Just like we bundle up during the winter months, your hair needs to be shielded from the weather conditions too and what better way than to start with us! Shop our oils today to restore the shiny and moisture your hair is craving.