Dry hair can be a real pain. Not only does dry hair not feel good, but also doesn’t look. Hair can appear dull, frizzy and lifeless, resulting in lackluster sheen. Despite what the hair commercials tell you, dry hair isn’t something you’re born with. It’s a very common issue that plagues men and women of all ages. Lack of moisture usually is the number one culprit for dry hair. However, there are some other causes that may not be so obvious. Read on to find out more.
Hormone Changes
Birth control pills, pregnancy and even menopause can causes severe physiological changes within the body. These changes can significantly impact the hair, resulting in dryness and brittleness. If you’re experiencing any hormonal shifts, please see your doctor for treatment options. …show more content…
But if you live in a dry, and hot climate all year round, your hair may be suffering often. Overexposure to the sun can cause the hair to be chronically dry. Conversely, once winter hits, your hair become dehydrated from overheated rooms. If this is the case, be sure moisturize often, and incorporate weekly deep conditioning treatments.
Harsh Shampoos
Shampoo plays an important part in hair health. But not all shampoos are created equal. Many shampoos contain harsh ingredients like sulfates and alcohols that can literally strip all of the moisture out of the hair. To combat this, try looking for sulfate-free shampoos and always, always follow up with a thick moisturizing conditioner.
Overuse of Product
Ever heard the expression “too much of a good thing is a bad thing?” Unfortunately, using too much hair product can affect your hair for the worse, especially if those products have chemicals in them. Whenever you use heavy creams and moisturizers, they can build up on the hair. Over time, that buildup will dry out the hair. To get your hair behaving like new again, always be sure to use a clarifying shampoo every couple of months.
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Hormone Changes
Birth control pills, pregnancy and even menopause can causes severe physiological changes within the body. These changes can significantly impact the hair, resulting in dryness and brittleness. If you’re experiencing any hormonal shifts, please see your doctor for treatment options. …show more content…
But if you live in a dry, and hot climate all year round, your hair may be suffering often. Overexposure to the sun can cause the hair to be chronically dry. Conversely, once winter hits, your hair become dehydrated from overheated rooms. If this is the case, be sure moisturize often, and incorporate weekly deep conditioning treatments.
Harsh Shampoos
Shampoo plays an important part in hair health. But not all shampoos are created equal. Many shampoos contain harsh ingredients like sulfates and alcohols that can literally strip all of the moisture out of the hair. To combat this, try looking for sulfate-free shampoos and always, always follow up with a thick moisturizing conditioner.
Overuse of Product
Ever heard the expression “too much of a good thing is a bad thing?” Unfortunately, using too much hair product can affect your hair for the worse, especially if those products have chemicals in them. Whenever you use heavy creams and moisturizers, they can build up on the hair. Over time, that buildup will dry out the hair. To get your hair behaving like new again, always be sure to use a clarifying shampoo every couple of months.
Salt/Chlorine