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Winter is here in all its glory! The cold weather and icy winds can be harsh on your tresses. It can dry up your strands and put your scalp under a lot of stress. During winter, your scalp becomes more prone to dryness and dandruff.
Do you feel the onset of winter triggers scalp issues and hair problems? Do you dread managing your hair during winter? Do you have to struggle a lot to make your hair more manageable? If your answer is yes to all these questions, then this article is definitely for you. In this article, we will be decoding some of the best winter hair care tips which will help your hair stay well hydrated, nourished, shiny and vibrant. This winter - kiss your dull, lifeless hair goodbye and embrace healthy, shiny and bouncy hair.
Winter Hair Care Tips
The perfect way to care for your hair in the cold weather is to keep your hair, scalp well-nourished and moisturized. A healthy scalp can put an end to a maximum of your hair woes. Try these life-saving winter hair care tips to maintain well-nourished, beautiful and bouncy strands.
1. Hot Oil Massage
During the winter months, your scalp becomes more prone to dryness. Hot oil massage can prove to be extremely beneficial in keeping your scalp moisturized and nourished. The natural oils such as Jojoba Oil or Jamaican Black Castor Oil nourish the hair follicles, improve the blood circulation, enhance the scalp condition and promote a healthy scalp.
Also Read : Hot Oil Massage for Hair - Benefits and How To Do
2. Steam Your Hair
The key to retaining moisture in your strands is to open up the cuticles and then apply a moisturizing product on your strands so that your hair care product gets absorbed into the shaft. After the hot oil massage, steam your hair, by having a steam bath or simply wrapping a hot towel around your head. Steaming your strands is beneficial in keeping them hydrated.
3. Use Mild Shampoo
Pick an organic haircare shampoo which is devoid of harmful chemicals and is mild on your scalp and hair. If your hair has become extremely dry and frizzy, you may consider co-washing your hair. This helps in cleansing your scalp without stripping off natural oil from your tresses.
4. Reduce Frequency Of Hair Wash
As you experience dry, frizzy hair during winters, frequent hair wash can add to your hair care woes leading to your hair becoming drier. Try to reduce the frequency of hair wash, by restricting it to maybe once a week or once bi-weekly.
5. Fight Flakes
In the winter months, your scalp becomes dry and itchy, resulting in dandruff. You might start noticing white flakes on your scalp and shoulder, which can be very irritating. Always keep your scalp well moisturized. Add a drop of Anveya tea tree oil to your shampoo while washing your hair to prevent scalp infection.
Also Read : 10 Amazing Home Remedies for Itchy Scalp
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6. Pick A Good Conditioner
Cold weather and the frosty wind can rob your hair of its natural oil, making your hair dry, dull and frizzy. Invest in a good conditioner to keep your hair soft, shiny and hydrated. It makes your frizzy hair more manageable. For excessive dry hair, deep conditioning treatment or hair mask will be helpful. You can also use a leave-in conditioner to keep your hair hydrated.
7. Avoid Hot Shower
A hot shower can be relaxing during winters, but it can take a toll on your hair health. Hot water can strip the natural moisture of your hair, making it dry, brittle and frizzy. Take lukewarm water shower in winter.
8. Regular Trimming
The cold climate and the chilly winds can damage your hair, making it dry, frizzy and brittle. Trimming your hair regularly can help evade split ends.
9. Seal And Protect The Ends
Once you have trimmed your hair, don’t forget to seal the ends with a heavy oil such as castor oil or shea butter to protect the ends from dryness. During winter it is always good to go for a hair updo or tie a top knot to protect your hair, especially the ends from becoming dry. Whatever hairstyle you opt for, be it a braid or twist, try to tuck the ends of your hair inside for providing extra protection to the ends.
10. Cut On Your Styling Tools
Excessive use of styling tools can damage your hair, leading to breakage of hair. Remember that heat can steal the natural oil of your strands, and if you are already experiencing excessive hair dryness, its always a good idea to cut down on using styling tools. If you are using a styling tool, make sure that you are applying a heat protector.
Also Read : 6 Best DIY Heat Protectants For Your Hair
11. Stay Hydrated
Drink lots and lots of water as it helps to keep your body hydrated, which in turn keeps the hair/scalp healthy and hydrated.
12. Wear A Silk Scarf While Going Out
Remember to wear a scarf while going out to protect your hair from the dry wind. Use a satin or silk scarf to cover your hair. Cotton or woollen caps or scarfs can cause friction which can lead to hair breakage and split ends.
13. Be Gentle With Your Hair
The frosty, frigid climate can make your hair fragile and more prone to dryness. While combing your hair, remember to handle it with care, as vigorous brushing can lead to hair fall and hair breakage. Detangle your hair gently with fingers and then use a seamless comb to brush your hair. Right after combing your hair, you can go for Anveya Hair Bae Hair Serum. It contains ingredients such as natural betaine, Blue berry extracts, and hyaluronic acid for you to carry gorgeous frizz free hair.
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• Deeply Hydrates
• Reduces Hair Breakage
• Strengthens Cuticles & Increases Resistance
• Reduces Frizz By 11%
Moisturizing Hair Masks For Winter Care
It can be a daunting task to manage dry and frizzy hair during the cold months. But not anymore as these DIY hair masks can be prepared easily by using ingredients which are already available in the kitchen.
1. Olive Oil And Avocado Hair Mask
Olive oil nourishes your strands and adds strength to it. Avocado conditions your dry hair and is beneficial in taming your frizzy strands. The antioxidants and vitamins present in avocado are effective in protecting and repairing the damaged strands.
Method
- Scoop out the pulp of avocado and blend it well.
- To this add 2 tablespoons of Olive Oil and mix well until you get a smooth consistency.
- Apply this hydrating hair mask all over your scalp and hair, covering each strand.
- Cover your hair with a shower cap. Use a dryer for 10-15 minutes to heat hair, for better penetration of the ingredients.
- After 30-40 minutes wash off with water.
This hydrating hair mask can be applied once or twice a week, depending on the texture of your hair.
2. Mayonnaise And Egg Hair Mask
Mayonnaise and egg is a great combination for moisturizing and conditioning your dry and brittle hair. This ultra-hydrating hair mask is beneficial in making your hair healthy, shiny and more manageable even in winter. It makes your hair luscious and thick.
Method
- Take 2 tablespoons of mayo and 1 egg.
- Blend it well to attain a smooth consistency.
- Apply this mixture evenly on your hair and scalp.
- Cover it with a shower cap and let it rest for 30-40 minutes.
- Wash off with a mild shampoo.
Apply this ultra-hydrating hair mask once a week for soft, shiny and well-conditioned hair.
Following these simple tips can help you get a healthy, beautiful and well-maintained hair, throughout winter. Winter is considered to be harsh for the scalp and hair, so moisturizing the scalp and hair strands should be your beauty mantra for this winter season.
We hope that these winter hair care tips were beneficial to you and will help your hair stay in good shape this winter!
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