Who here has struggled or is struggling with the issues of dryness with their hair? Dry hair is one of the top complaints that I hear regarding hair care and the search for a great product to help combat this. It's also, next to hair growth, one of the most talked-about topics not only within the natural hair community but in hair forums across the board.
Now, keep in mind, natural hair usually appears drier than straight hair due to the fact that the natural oils produced by the scalp, known as 'sebum', have a hard time traveling down the hair follicle due to the curves and bends in curly or coily hair. We should also understand that just because hair does not appear shiny, does not mean that it is not healthy (view the sentence right before this one). Shine and healthy hair do not go hand in hand. The shiny appearance of hair is due largely to the way light is able to reflect off of the hair, which is why black straight hair appears the shiniest.
Ok, ok, so now you ask, how do I achieve at least hair that is moisturized? As we all may know, dry hair can cause issues such as breakage which can be an obstacle in healthy hair growth. So, here are some tips that I have shared with many naturals and have used in my own hair care journey that has helped combat dry hair. You may be asking, "It's all about the products, right?". Well, let's dive into the tips and find out what's the scoop in helping to achieve and maintain healthy hair.
TIP 1:
PRODUCT BUILDUP
It's great to nourish the hair with natural butter based (check out our Hair + Body Butter )and oil-based products, however, not properly cleansing at least once to twice per month or as often as needed for your hair will aid in product buildup. At least once per month, try clarifying the hair using a natural clarifying shampoo such as our Dudu Osum Shampoo. When a product is constantly built upon the hair, moisture is not allowed to properly penetrate the hair, thereby aiding in dryness and lackluster hair.
TIP 2:
Lack of water, Improper diet and Certain medication
'Let Food Be Thy Medicine' a popular quote by Hippocrates meaning, what we put into our bodies affect what comes out of it. Food is meant to nourish, but as we all know, all foods are not nourishing. So be sure to treat your temple to foods that are healthy and nourishing, especially fruits and veggies, organic as much as possible. Be sure to get plenty of water. Our bodies are made up of mostly water and we need to ensure to we keep it stocked with water, so bottoms up!! And lastly, certain prescription medications can aid in causing dryness in the hair. Check with your medical professional to find out if hair and skin dryness are side effects of any medication you may be prescribed.
TIP 3:
YOU MAY HAVE HARD WATER
Because normal tap water contains chlorine and a plethora of other harsh chemicals and minerals that aid in dryness, it's great to use spring, filtered or distilled water to cleanse the hair..OR.. Apple Cider Vinegar rinses are great for aiding in ridding the hair of mineral buildup. The use of Apple Cider Vinegar as a final rinse is great for helping to close the hair's cuticle, which helps the hair hold on to more moisture and gives hair a shinier appearance. It also aids in protecting the scalp from water and environmental contaminants that aid in scalp issues. Water filter systems are excellent as well, just be sure that your system removes chlorine as well. Add our ACV Hair + Scalp Mist to your healthy hair regimen, loaded with herbs infused Apple Cider Vinegar.
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