Home Remedies for Dry Hair
Dry hair can be a pain, especially if you don’t know how to treat it. Here are 6 remedies to treat dry hair.
Get a Trim
If your hair is too dry to be able to do anything with then you may just need to get it cut, or trimmed at least. Dry hair can make it much more difficult to style and the split ends can make it look dry and coarse. Getting your hair trimmed will allow it to naturally grow back in a lot healthier.
Take Vitamins
Vitamins are essential for nourishment and can not only affect your health but even your nails and hair too. Vitamins and minerals that will help your hair look healthier include;
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin C
- Biotin (Vitamin H)
- Iron
Prenatal vitamins contain all of the vitamins above, this has led them to become popular for beauty, with some people taking them just because they make their hair look better. Always remember though, getting vitamins and minerals from food and drink is much more effective and better for you than just taking vitamin supplements.
Add Omega-3s and Antioxidants to Your Diet
Increasing the number of marine portions in your diet can also help the appearance of your hair. You will notice a difference by including foods such as;
- Salmon
- Oysters
- Mackerel
- Tuna
- Sardines
All of which are high in peptides and omega-3s, which can make your hair look shinier and helps stop it from thinning out.
Increasing antioxidants will also help improve the appearance of your hair, as well as help combat oxidative stress, which makes you look older. Antioxidant-rich foods that you should consider include;
- Walnuts
- Kidney beans
- Blueberries
- Broccoli
- Tomatoes
Avoid Washing Your Hair Every Day
Washing your hair every day is not good for it, and you quite frankly you don’t need to. When you wash your hair with shampoo it removes dirt and sweat from your hair, but it also strips your hair of its natural oils (sebum.) if you produce too much sebum it can cause hair to become greasy. It is recommended you wash your hair every second day to get the right balance between natural oils and cleanliness.
Wrap Your Hair Instead of Air Drying
It’s no secret that using heat on your hair isn’t good for it, especially if it’s frequently. Instead of using a hairdryer or just letting your hair air dry, just brush your hair and then wrap it up in a clean towel. This will not only aid in the drying process and keep your wet hair out of your face, it is also a lot better for your hair as moisture isn’t getting lost through use of the hair dryer.
If you sleep with wet hair, then use silk pillowcases to stop your hairs moisture from being absorbed into the pillowcase.
Cut Down on Heat Styling
Using heat styling products is one of the most notorious causes of dry hair. But if it’s part of your daily routine you may struggle to pull away from it. If this is the case and you can’t just stop using it then ways, ensure you use a heat protecting spray and don’t leave the tong or straightener on your hair for too long.
