Hair, just like skin, can also be dry. Is it possible to remedy this? You can already do it good with the right routine. 

Everyone has their own skin type, everyone has their own hair type. Whether they are straight, curly or coily, hair can be dry and if we cannot completely change its nature, we can at least help it suffer less from the consequences. 

Making the difference between dry hair and damaged hair 

We easily confuse dry hair with damaged hair. It must be said that they generally present the same symptoms, however, one is an unchangeable nature, the other a cause that can easily be remedied. 

The characteristics of dry hair

Dry hair is often fine, dehydrated and lacking in sebum. The signs of dry hair are split ends, frizz, roughness and loss of shine. Dry hair tends to be more fragile and break more easily, especially when wet. It is a hair type, we can obviously improve its appearance but dry hair will always be dry. 

The characteristics of damaged hair

Damaged hair generally has suffered physical damage such as breakage, knots, bleaching, harsh chemical treatments, or excessive use of styling products and heat. Damaged hair is generally brittle and dry, but can also be oily at the roots and dry at the ends. Damaged hair tends to break easily and can look dull and lifeless.

In summary, if hair shows signs of dryness, it is probably dry. On the other hand, if it shows signs of physical damage, it is probably damaged. Be careful, it is entirely possible for hair to be both dry and damaged, in this case, you must use suitable products to hydrate and repair it!

What care routine to adopt when you have dry hair?  

As we know, dry hair requires targeted attention and care. From styling products to hair care, you must absolutely adapt your products to your hair type to keep beautiful hair.

Here are the best treatments to adopt when you have dry hair:

1. Wash your hair with a moisturizing and nourishing shampoo, which contains no sulfates or parabens, to avoid drying out the hair further. As for active ingredients, we bet everything on shampoos containing plant oils, shea butter, sweet almond oil... Hair washing should be spaced out to allow the hair to breathe and renew itself without hindrance. Ideally, we wash our hair once a week! 

2. Use an ultra-moisturizing conditioner or mask to boost, protect and deeply nourish dry hair. You can also use leave-in treatments for extra hydration.

3. Avoid heated styling tools such as flat irons and curling irons which can dry out the hair. If you have to use a heated tool, always apply a heat-protective treatment to minimize damage.

4. Forget brushing your hair when it is wet, because it is more fragile at that time. We prefer using a wide-tooth comb to gently detangle dry hair.

5. Use nourishing hair oils to hydrate and protect the hair. Argan, coconut and avocado oils are excellent for dry hair... You can also use hair serums which will nourish the bulb and boost hair growth under the best conditions, or even a hyaluronic acid serum to hydrate the lengths. 

6. For beautiful hair, protect it from the sun by wearing a hat or using a UV/UVB protective spray. Do not hesitate to spray the protector over the entire length, focusing on the ends which often suffer more from dryness.

7. Avoid overly tight hairstyles such as buns, slicked-back braids and high ponytails, they can cause damage and breakage to the already fragile fiber of dry hair.

8. For even more effectiveness, you can get a keratin treatment in a salon. This effective treatment works deeply and provides hair with all the nutrients necessary to allow it to start from a good foundation.  

How to protect your dry hair daily? 

To protect your dry hair daily, you just need to establish the right little hair routine. In addition to all the points mentioned above, dry hair will require patience, consistency and attention!

A gentle washing routine

When you have fine, dry and fragile hair, we establish a gentle and thorough washing routine. For example, we avoid using harsh shampoos and always apply a conditioner or hair mask  in order to restore strength and vitality to the hair fiber. For beautiful hair, do not hesitate to turn to completely natural formulations such as shampoos with Ayurvedic powders (particularly moisturizing and nourishing) or solid shampoos and conditioners. When it comes time to dry, avoid rubbing the towel on the hair! We prefer the gentle use of a microfiber towel that we will delicately pat on the area. 

A suitable styling routine 

Whether straight or curly, dry hair should not be brushed frequently and especially not vigorously. We prefer using a wide-tooth wooden comb to avoid frizz but above all to avoid breaking and shocking the already so fragile strands.

Sleep on a silk pillowcase

This is the practical advice that suits all hair types but especially dry and fragile hair. The silk pillowcase not only helps avoid bacteria on the skin but also takes care of the softness of the hair by avoiding frizzing it and accelerating its fall!

An oil bath, once a week 

An oil bath is an excellent way to take care of your hair. Completely natural, this hair treatment can be homemade by mixing a synergy of plant and essential oils adapted to dry hair.

Homemade recipe for an oil bath for dry hair:   

• 3 tablespoons of olive oil, coconut oil or sweet almond oil
• 1 tablespoon of castor oil (optional)
• 5 drops of lavender or ylang-ylang essential oil (optional)

1. In a bowl, mix the plant oils of your choice. Add the castor oil if you use it.
2. If you use essential oils, add them to the preparation and mix well.
3. Gently warm the mixture in a double boiler or in the microwave. Make sure it is not too hot.
4. Apply the mixture to your dry hair by gently massaging your scalp. Make sure to spread the oil well from the roots to the ends.
5. Cover your hair with a warm towel or a shower cap. This will help the oils penetrate deeply into the hair. 
6. Leave the oil bath to work for at least 30 minutes, or even overnight for even better results.
7. Rinse your hair with a gentle shampoo and lukewarm water. Repeat if necessary.

What to avoid at all costs when you have dry hair 

In summary, dry hair is not a fatality and can regain softness and shine when given the necessary care. To avoid ending up with dry and damaged hair, we pay close attention to respecting (imperatively) these guidelines: 

• One wash per week. Always accompanied by moisturizing treatments.
• We do not style our hair every day and when we do, it is gently with a wide-tooth wooden comb. 
• We sleep on a silk pillowcase that we change at least every three days. 
• We forget about overly tight hairstyles! 
• We leave aside harsh dyes that will further dry out the hair, make it brittle and accelerate hair loss...
• Harsh and weighing-down products for hair containing parabens, sulfates or collagen.