Keeping Your Hair Hydrated

Keeping Your Hair Hydrated : When it comes to beauty care, there is almost nothing as bad as having a bad hair day. It instantly has you feeling down in the dumps and affects both your appearance and your self-confidence. Often, a bad hair day comes as a result of too-dry hair.

So, to help you avoid this all-too-common situation, read on for everything you need to know about keeping your hair hydrated.

Why Does Hair Get Dry?

Generally, there are two common reasons why your hair is dry. First, it could be because your scalp isn’t producing enough natural oil to moisturize the hair. In some cases, this is a hereditary issue, while in others, it happens naturally as you get older because the body slows down its oil production.

Alternatively, the condition or structure of your hair could be what is causing the moisture to escape. Each strand of hair is comprised of three main segments.

At the center is the medulla which is surrounded by the cortex (responsible for the shape, resilience, and elasticity). Finally, around the cortex is the cuticle. When the cuticles are compressed, the moisture remains, which gives you glossy and shiny hair. However, if the cuticles are too loose, the moisture will evaporate, leaving you with dull, dry hair.

What Causes Dry Hair?

There are five common reasons why an individual may be suffering from dried out hair. These are:

Constant use of heat styling tools
Shampooing too frequently
Too much exposure to the sun, wind, chlorine, saltwater or dry air
Frequent chemical treatments
Low-quality brushes

How to Combat These 5 Causes

If you continuously use heat styling tools, then make sure you are applying a thermal protective formula Additionally, opt for a lower temperature setting or use ionic thermal tools. Now and again, take a break from using your heat styling tools so that your hair can reset.
Perhaps your shampooing routine is the cause of the dryness. In this case, make sure you are using a product that is right for your hair. Look for shampoos that contain ingredients such as aloe vera, as this helps hair retain moisture.
On the other hand, you want to avoid products that contain silicones and sulfates. Try to wash your hair every other day and use dry shampoo to refresh it on the days when you don’t thoroughly shampoo. You can still use a wash-out conditioner on the days when you don’t shampoo.

Stop washing your hair with hot water as the heat can quickly strip your hair of its natural oils and moisture, instantly making it feel dehydrated and dull.
Being outside can wreak havoc on your hair due to the UV rays, the elements, and chlorine or saltwater. If you are going to be in the sun, your best option is to wear a hat as it acts as a protective layer. At the very least, apply a leave-in UV protection spray that will help to stop lasting damage.
Chemical treatments can quickly turn healthy hair into dry strands. To avoid this, opt for ammonia-free permanent or semi-permanent formulas or balayage as these are gentler for your hair.
When it comes time to brush your hair, avoid doing it while it is wet as this is when it is most likely to break. Your best bet is to switch out your brush for a wide-tooth comb or a boar bristle brush which are both more gentle for your hair.

What Else Should I Be Doing To Hydrate My Hair?

In addition to making healthy hair choices daily, there are also some additional steps you can take to ensure your hair is as healthy and hydrated as possible. Often, only using a shampoo and conditioner isn’t sufficient to get the hair of your dreams. For most women, it is necessary to give it a little more help in the hydration department.

Getting into the habit of incorporating routine treatments is an excellent way to have healthy and nourished hair. Treatments will boost all the benefits of your daily hair habits to give you maximum results.

Once a week, treat your hair to a deep conditioning treatment. These treatments (such as hair masks) enter the cuticle to help contain the maximum amount of moisture. But you can find masks that are specific to your hair concern – from heat protection to split-end damage.

The best hair treatment salon in Dubai offers a macadamia hair treatment that infiltrates the center of your strands to restore and enhance the health of your hair. This treatment is recommended for all hair types; however, it is particularly beneficial for those with dry or color-treated hair.

Additionally, before throwing away anything, remember that you can use any remaining products from your face or body moisturizing routine on your hair. Whether it is some coconut oil, rosehip seed oil, or the remains of your face mask, what moisturizes the skin can also moisturize your hair.

What do you do to keep your hair moisturized? Let us know your tips and tricks in the comments below!

Author :

Hillary Kozma is the Owner/Managing Director/Creative Director of Kozma & Kozma Salon. Having built the foundation of her skills with an apprenticeship under a direct protege of Vidal Sassoon, Hillary and her husband opened Glow American Salon in Qatar in 2007 before expanding to Dubai as Kozma & Kozma in 2016. Hillary is hailed by the media as a “pioneer in her field” for introducing new talents, concepts, philosophies, and techniques to the Middle East.