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That of dry hair it is a problem that must be addressed in an adequate way, to avoid that the hair takes on an unpleasant effect due to a characteristic “straw effect”. The causes that make hair frizzy and brittle are many; in addition to specific products and targeted treatments, it is necessary to take some ‘good habits’, to protect your hair from the agents that most often cause the weakening of the hair structure. In this article we will see what are the causes of the problem and how they must be addressed in the correct way.
Causes of dry hair
The factors that contribute to dry hair can be of internal or external origin. As regards the causes of an environmental nature, the main one is certainly represented by aexcessive exposure to sunlight without adequate protection. The intensive use of devices such as hair dryers, plates and irons, which can subject the hair to an intense thermal shock.
Similarly, dry hair can be traced back to the strong wind or to external agents, such as saltiness sea water or the chlorine present in the pools. Among the causes of dry hair there is also the use of particularly aggressive formulations or frequent use of treatments that subject the hair to high stress, such as for example discoloration, permanent, tint and similar.
As for the internal factors, net of (rare) pathological conditions, dry hair can be symptomatic of a too strict diet or, alternatively, of a vitamin D deficiency.
Which products to use
One of the tricks that allows you to better treat dry hair is the use of products suited to the specific characteristics of the hair. Specifically, it is advisable to use one mildly aggressive shampoo (and in moderate quantities), reducing the frequency of washing. A homemade alternative is that of shampoo made with egg yolks and lemon, to be applied for at least twenty minutes before a thorough rinsing with warm water.
To nourish and reinvigorate the hair, however, it is advisable to use balms and moisturizing products based on vegetable oils, such as argan oil or those obtained from almonds, walnuts or wheat germ. In general, but especially during the hottest and sunniest periods of the year, to protect the hair from UV rays it is advisable to use sprays and oils characterized by a specific solar filter (Shea butter, Jojoba oil and the like). Many of the products mentioned above are widespread and now easily available, not only at retailers of wellness and cosmetics items but also online, thanks to specialized retailers such as Gaspa Milano.
Other useful tips
As already mentioned, adjusting treatments using specific formulations for dry hair is not enough to completely solve the problem. For this purpose, in fact, it is also necessary to acquire a series of ‘good habits’, which contribute significantly to the health of the hair, preventing the hair from taking on an unpleasant frizzy, dry and opaque effect.
First of all, it is advisable to intervene on thePower supply, embracing a healthy and balanced diet, rich in fruit and vegetables and able to guarantee a adequate intake of vitamins. To avoid subjecting the hair to excessive thermal stress, it should limit the use of the hairdryer and the straightener; during the drying phase, it is advisable to place the hairdryer not too close to the hair (so as not to damage the bulbs) and set the temperature so that the air jet is not too hot.
In this regard, it is better to opt for short or medium cuts that do not require excessively long drying times or laborious styling or styling treatments. Finally, when you leave the house, it is a good habit to wear a cotton hat with visor or wide flaps, to intercept the sun’s rays.
