Taking care of ourselves is the cornerstone of mental and physical health. Like most people, you have healthy habits around eating, physical exercise, and regular dental and doctor appointments. And, like many people, you are always looking for ways to take care of your hair with a busy schedule. Add winter weather into the mix, and it can be downright overwhelming. The harsh weather in winter can take a toll on your beautiful locks if you don’t put in some effort. Whether you’re a man or woman, young or old, there are winter hair essentials from which everyone can benefit. In these winter days, scheduling a Brazilian keratin treatment with your stylist is a good choice, it’s an affordable add-on that works wonders to deeply hydrate dry winter hair and keep it looking its best until spring
Keep reading for tips on how to keep your mane beautiful into the New Year.
Regular Oil Use
One of the worst things about winter weather’s impact on hair is dryness. Whether you have short hair or waist length, adding oil to your hair keeps it hydrated and smells amazing. There are a variety of hair oils to choose from, from traditional to bonding oil. You can even DIY your hair oil to have more control over consistency and scent. Apply a dime size daily if you have long and thick hair or every two to three days if your hair is fine and shorter.
Throw a Hat On
Protecting your hair from the elements is easy when you have a cute winter hat. You can opt for a beanie or a floppy hat, but make sure you put one on every time you head out the door. On top of protecting your hair from freezing temps, snow, and blistering winds, you’ll be comfortable and warm, not to mention stylish!
Volumizing Tools
One of the top complaints people have with their hair in cold weather is that it lays flat and drops lower than the temperature. If you struggle with volume year-round, you may already have volumizing tools for hair on hand, but if not, consider this your warning. Tools like styling brushes, curling irons, and styling irons can give your hair its volume back and keep you polished all winter long.
Hydrating Masks
While shampooing and conditioner use is the gold standard in showering and washing your hair, you need to kick things up a notch in the winter months. As mentioned earlier, with the oil, the name of the winter game is hydration, so a weekly hydrating mask is essential. Tailor your mask to your hair type and other hair needs to ensure you get the most out of them. Hair masks need to stay around five minutes, so they’re a great excuse to enjoy your long, hot shower even longer.
Cold Rinses
While warm baths and showers are a given in the winter, the hot water can expedite damage to your hair in the form of brittle texture, breakage, and split ends. Feel free to take a nice warm shower, but regarding the water touching your hair, aim for lukewarm and a final rinse in the coldest temperature you can handle.
Cut Back on Blow Drying
It’s important not to leave your house with wet hair in the winter, but consciously cutting down on blowing and drying your hair in cold weather can make a world of difference. You can opt to wash your hair in the evening and let it air dry or take advantage of products that reduce blow drying time. Sprays specifically formulated to cut down on drying time are a game-changer, and investing in higher quality blow dryers can be life-changing too.
Keep Your Appointments
The winter and holiday season can get busy with extra commitments and the days are shorter with daylight savings. One thing you don’t want to do is skip your regular appointments with your hairstylist. We all know we need to trim our hair every six to eight months, so that’s an important piece. Another thing your stylist can do for your hair is to apply a deeper conditioning treatment than you can at home. A keratin treatment is an affordable add-on your stylist can do for you that works wonders to hydrate dry winter hair.
Taking care of your hair in the winter can take some more diligence than in the warm summer months, but it pays off in spades with beautifully hydrated hair. Using the above essentials in your hair care routine, you’re well on your way to having picture-perfect hair until spring.
Greetings, dear readers! I am Rohini. As a proud contributor to the Worthview blog, I am excited to bring you insights into the realms of fashion, beauty, and health. Let’s embark on this adventure together, where my words become a bridge between my world and yours. I look forward to our shared journey of discovery and connection.
