5 Tips for Moisturizing Dry Hair

Struggling with dry and frizzy hair? We know it can be a bummer. No sweat though, dry hair is perfectly normal, and something so many of us deal with at one point or another throughout our lives. There are lots of factors that may lead to dry hair. Everything from the weather, hair products, styling tools, your hair’s natural curl pattern, and genetics may be an underlying cause of dryness. Whatever the case may be, dry hair is easily treatable. Finding the proper hair care routine is a lifelong journey that evolves as you age and your hair changes. With a bit of patience and experimentation, we promise you can achieve your best hair day sooner than you think.

Let’s review how you can bring moisture back to your hair with a few easy steps.

One of the best ways to help your dry hair is to look at the products you’re using. Start with the shampoo — does it contain sulfates or other harmful chemicals like phthalates? If so, it’s time for that bottle to hit the recycling bin. Look for shampoos that don’t include harsh ingredients and instead feature natural cleansers like essential oils. Our Balancing Shampoo won’t strip your hair and helps soothe irritation associated with a dry scalp. It also totally keeps dandruff at bay if you experience flakes and build-up. 

Don’t stop at the shampoo. Your conditioner, heat protectant, mousse, and hair spray should all prioritize the health and stability of your hair and scalp with scalp-healthy ingredients that promote healthy-looking, moisturized hair. Read the ingredient label and look out for parabens, sulfates, phthalates, dyes, and synthetic fragrances.

There’s two types of hair damage to discuss: damage that can’t be undone and damage that can be reversed. For damage that can’t be undone (like split ends) you’ll need a haircut to heal fully, but for reversible damage, your locks just need a little extra love. Taking a break from heat styling allows our scalp’s natural moisture to restore bonds around the hair strands, so they become more resilient and strong. Allow your hair to air dry for a few weeks and see what it does for your hair’s look and feel. If you’re devoted to your curling iron, several heatless curl methods should give you the same or similar look, but without the damage. And lastly, if you must use a blow dryer, try a diffuser at a cool temperature. 

Hair masks and deep conditioners provide ultra-moisturizing treatment that will leave your hair feeling soft, buoyant, and healthy. 

It’s also helpful to exfoliate your scalp using a scalp brush before doing a hair mask to rid your scalp of buildup and debris which can damage hair follicles and leave hair frizzy and untamed. It’s the perfect activity for a Sunday self-care day.

It’s no surprise that the things you eat and drink have a significant impact on the look and feel of your hair. Like skin, our hair is naturally reactive to the health of our body. It needs ample hydration and a mix of vitamins and minerals to thrive. Start with upping your water intake to promote a hydrated scalp and moisturized hair. Consider adding vitamin supplements or antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acid-rich foods into your daily eating habits. This includes foods like fish, blueberries, nuts, and beans.

Last but not least, you want to take steps to protect your hair from the outside world. Too much sun exposure can weaken your hair follicles and strands, leading to dry hair. 

Don’t forget to apply sunscreen to your scalp to keep the skin on your scalp healthy. And added protection with a UPF hat that protects against UV rays is always a good idea. This goes for cold weather too, which can also dry out hair.