With the winter weather storming in, it is time to take step to prevent winter hair damage. Winter haircare is necessary to keep your hair healthy and growing through the cold snowy months. So, it’s important to know how the weather and things that you are doing can cause damage.
Winter Weather Hair Damage
There are two ways that winter weather contributes to damaging hair: dry air and temperature fluctuation.
It is the nature of cold air that results in dry air. Cold air cannot hold as much water vapor as warmer air. As a result, the air becomes dry. When your hair comes into contact with dry air, the lack of humidity draws the moisture out. This can cause the cuticle of a hair strand to lift slightly, preventing moisture from locking in. In turn, this will cause your hair to become brittle and dehydrated.
The fluctuating temperatures also can cause problems for your hair. Due to the drastic difference of temperatures between indoor and outdoors, your hair will be going through the same expansion and contraction that air does leading to more damage. In fact, the excessive heat inside buildings can dry your hair out faster, leading to irritation and a painful scalp.
Preventing Hair Damage In Winter
While controlling the weather is out of our hands, men and women can limit the winter hair damage in a variety of ways. Limiting hair washing can allow your scalp to preserve its natural oils, providing the protection against the dry air. Also, giving hair a cold rinse of water can seal your hair cuticle. This can seal in the moisture, preventing hair from becoming brittle. Our stylists recommend adding moisturizing hair products to help prevent breakage and reduce dry scalp irritation.
You can also protect your hair by wearing a hat and scarf outdoors. Wearing these items creates a protect layer of heat, reducing the impact of the dry air.
If you want to learn more about hair care this winter, talk to one of our experts! Make an appointment with a professional hair stylist and a Hair Mechanix location near you today!