Winter can be harsh on your hair with the dry air, frigid temperatures, and bone-chilling winds. And while the heat from the furnace brings relief from the cold, dry indoor heat combined with the winter elements can spell disaster for your luscious locks. To help you, here are six ways to take better care of your hair this winter.
Moisturize Your Hair
Cold air outside and heated air inside both lack humidity, which can cause your hair to become dry and brittle. These conditions can also cause a dry scalp, leading to flakiness and itchiness.
Keeping your hair moisturized helps maintain its natural elasticity, making it more flexible and less prone to breakage. Moisturized hair is less likely to become frizzy, which can be a common problem in the winter due to static electricity.
Avoid Heat
Heat can harm your hair in the winter for several reasons. Your hair is more susceptible to dryness in the winter, and adding heat from styling tools like blow dryers and curling irons can strip your hair of its natural moisture and exacerbate this dryness.
Heat weakens the protein structure of your hair, leading to more breakage and split ends. This damage is more pronounced in winter when your hair is already more fragile due to the dry air. To protect your hair, consider air-drying whenever possible and using heat styling tools less frequently.
Cover Up
Covering your hair in the winter isn't just about keeping it stylish with a hat or scarf—there's some solid practical reasoning behind it. A hat or scarf helps retain heat to keep you warmer and protects your hair from the elements.
Cold, dry, winter air can make your hair brittle and prone to breakage. Covering it helps protect against these harsh conditions. Wearing a hat or scarf can help your scalp retain moisture, preventing dryness and flakiness.
Reduce Washing
Washing your hair too often strips away natural oils, leaving it dry and brittle, which is especially problematic in the winter when the air is already dry. Reducing the frequency of washing your hair helps maintain the natural balance of oils on your scalp, preventing it from becoming flaky and itchy and making your hair stronger and more resilient. Preserving your natural oils can give your hair a healthier, shinier appearance, and if your hair is dyed, washing less frequently helps to maintain the color and keep it vibrant for longer.
Stay Hydrated
While staying hydrated is often stressed during the heat of the summer, it can be equally important during the winter months. Drinking plenty of water keeps your hair and scalp hydrated from the inside out. Staying hydrated is essential for hair care during the winter to retain moisture and prevent your hair from becoming dry and brittle.
Trim Regularly
Regular trims are crucial for maintaining healthy hair, especially during winter. Cold weather causes your hair to become more brittle, leading to split ends. Trimming helps remove damaged ends before they can split further up the hair shaft. Regular trims also help prevent breakage, promote healthier growth, and manage overall dryness, as they remove the driest, most damaged parts of your hair.
Take Better Care of Your Hair This Winter
Winter weather and heated indoor air can have the same damaging effects on your scalp and hair as on your skin. Cold, dry winter weather can dry your scalp and cause dandruff and itchiness, leaving your hair dry, rough, brittle, and easily damaged. However, if you embrace these tips, your hair will thank you for this winter!
At LH Hair, we understand everyone's scalp and hair are unique. Our team of experts can provide guidance and solutions to keep your hair looking great no matter the season. To learn more ways to take better care of your hair this winter, contact us today and schedule your FREE initial consultation.
