Dry Hair: Causes & 6 Important Tips That Really Help
Is your hair difficult to comb? Does it feel rough, straw-like, and dull? Do you especially experience frizz and static hair during the winter season? Then you are one of many who struggle with dryand struggle with brittle hair! Often, care or styling mistakes are to blame.
How to recognize your hair problem, what causes it, and how to best care for your hair to Moisture, Gloss and Healthto return, we reveal to you here:
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What is dry or brittle hair?
It is referred to as dry or brittle hair when the outer cuticle layer the hair is roughened and damaged. The hair is then difficult to comb and feels brittle, weak, and straw-like.
The light cannot reflect off the cuticle layer, which is why they lack shine and smoothness. Dry hair often has brittle and splitHair tips. A combination of oily roots and dry tips is also common.
What are the causes of dry hair and split ends?
Dry Hair occur when the sebaceous glands on the scalp no longer release enough oil into the lengths and ends of the hair. This causes the hair to lack its natural protective film and it is no longer sufficiently moisturized. Additionally, the hair has an open outer cuticle layer, which leads to a higher porosity.
Highly porous hair absorbs moisture easily but can lose it just as quickly. As a result, the hair becomes dry, brittle, and fragile. Since less sebum reaches the delicate ends in very long hair, these are particularly susceptible to this hair problem.
Here are the most common external and internal factors that promote dry hair:
1. You wash your hair too often or with water that is too hot
Dry hair should not be washed every day, especially when the hair is washed with a shampoo that is too harsh. With every wash, important and protective fats are washed out of the hair. Hot water additionally dries out the hair.
2. Dry air
Dry air removes moisture from the hair, which is why many people have more problems with extremely dry and straw-like hair in winter, for example due to heating air.
3. You expose your hair to heat without protection
Whether it's a hairdryer, straightener, or curling iron: your hair should never be exposed to high heat without protection. Not only does it dry them out, but it also damages them. Further down in the article, you will find our suggestions for aids such as Heat protection . They form a protective layer around the hair, preventing it from drying out.
4. Too frequent combing
Too frequent combing should be avoided, especially if you have finer hair, as the hair becomes roughened by the many brush strokes and can therefore look dull and brittle. Additionally, in the worst case, it can lead to Hair breakage lead. It is also important to avoid brushing and combing when wet, as the hair is most fragile at this state. They can be overstretched until they break. In general, it is always better to opt for natural materials such as wood or natural bristles.
5. Biological Causes
Internal biological reasons can also contribute to dry hair. For example, it could be a Vitamin deficiency (Vitamins A-B-C-D-E and Biotin) or a Mineral deficiency(Iron, zinc, copper) but also a disease such as, for example, hypothyroidism. In addition, hormonal changes in the body can also cause dry hair, such as during menopause, pregnancy, or puberty. Stress, medications, or even anesthesia can also cause temporary changes in the hair.
6. Bleaching and Hair Coloring
ThatBleachings and others Colorations It is well known that hair can be damaged. To create a color change, chemicals must penetrate into the deepest layer of the hair and alter its chemical structure. First, the outer cuticle layer is opened, which not only stresses the hair but often also makes it dry and brittle. This layer must be properly closed and cared for with the right products.
You can get all of this at ESTEL, so nothing stands in the way of a clear conscience when coloring your hair. At the ESTEL hairdresser you trust, you will also receive all the necessary consultations, products, and treatments.
7. You don't take care of your split ends
Split ends is a common problem with dry hair. An extra dose of care is very helpful here. ch! Hair conditioners, intensive treatments, care oils, and fluids repair the damage at the ends. Below are some tips for the most suitable products for dry hair.
8. You are using the wrong care and styling products
It is important to specifically use products for dry hair. They provide moisture to the hair, smooth the surface, and restore shine. Absolute no-gos for dry hair are products like dry shampoo and hairspray with very strong hold. Why? Dry shampoo absorbs all the oil. For normal to oily hair, this is not a problem and is often even desired. However, it is not suitable for dry hair and makes the hair surface look even duller.
What to do about dry hair? The solutions:
If you have very dry hair, the right care, a good diet, and moisturizing products can help to rehydrate the hair and restore its natural protective layer. Below, we provide you with our best tips to make your hair strong, shiny, and healthy again.
Important: If you suspect a health-related cause such as a mineral deficiency for your brittle hair, it is best to consult your general practitioner directly and get advice from them.
1. Change your washing frequency
Wash your hair As often as necessary, but as rarely as possible. Washing your hair every two to three days is usually completely sufficient.
2. Change your washing temperature
Wash your hair preferably with lukewarm water. If you dare: Rinse your hair with cold water at the end, which closes the roughened hair surface and smooths it.
3. Use the right shampoo, the right conditioner, and a hair mask
It is best to use a shampoo and conditioner that are specially formulated for dry hair. We highly recommend our Otium Aqua Moisture Shampoo recommend. The product is free from sulfates and provides optimal moisture to hair and scalp. Powerful active ingredients such as panthenol, lactic acid, and amino acids care for and strengthen the hair.
For this, we recommend a good conditioner for regular use. A must : 1x once a week a Use a moisture-intensive hair mask. Hair masks have such a tremendous effect that you can always notice the difference immediately after use. The hair feels noticeably smoother, softer, and shinier.
We recommend ourLuxury Hydrobalance Balm Mask . It contains a unique blend of hyaluronic acid, soy peptides, and rice bran wax. An ideal mix of high and low molecular weight hyaluronic acid helps to bind water on the hair surface and within the hair structure.
4. Care for your hair with hair oil, serum, or conditioner
Good hair care goes beyond just showering. Especially your dry hair ends should regularly benefit from nourishing oils. Serums and balms with natural and caring ingredients are also very helpful. Look for moisturizing ingredients such as shea butter, argan oil, jojoba oil, olive oil, coconut oil, avocado oil, or rosemary oil.
We recommend for medium-length hair our HC Luxury Repair Balm with quinoa proteins and camellia oil. For long hair, we recommend our HC Luxury Long Hair Conditionerwith shea butter, which can also be used as a heat protection product.
5. Use a heat protection spray when blow-drying or styling with heat
This tip is important because heat can greatly promote hair dryness. A good recommendation would be our HC 1.3 Batiste Heat Protection Spray.
6. Pay attention to a healthy diet
Our hair is mostly made up of proteins and other minerals. A healthy, balanced, and protein-rich diet can strengthen your growing hair from the inside. Lentils, oats, and spinach are, for example, good plant-based protein sources. A high intake of vitamins and minerals is also very important.
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