Winter is officially here, and there’s a chance you’re either already feeling the effects on your skin and your hair (or you will be soon). Let us know if this sounds familiar. You brush your hair only to see chunks trapped in your comb. You constantly find loose strands all over your clothes/bed/pillow. Not only that, your hair is thinning and is super, dry-which is common during these crazy dry winters.

Don’t stress, though; we reached out to the experts at Absolutely Ayur, who helped us with these six tips to keep your hair beautiful, and fabulous this winter. While it may add a bit of time to our self-care routine, it’s worth every minute and penny if we stick to it.

1. Moisturize Your Hair

Dry hair is the root of all the evil in keeping your strands healthy. One of the biggest tips for maintaining healthy hair is to keep it as hydrated as possible. Weekly hydrating hair masks and regularly massaging your scalp and hair with a warm (coconut) oil does wonders for your hair.

For weekly hydrating masks, try this DIY avocado mask for a nutritious treat for your hair that I swear by-

Avocado Hair Mask Recipe

INGREDIENTS:

1 ½ avocados
Two tablespoons of manuka honey
Two tablespoons of olive oil
Half a lemon, juiced

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Add all ingredients to a blender and combine for 10-30 seconds until smooth.
2. Apply the mixture to your hair, combing it through.
3. Cover your masked hair with a shower cap for 45 minutes.
4. Rinse.

PRO TIP: Use this once a week for intense hydration to your hair.

2.  Daily Scalp Massage

Maintaining a clean scalp status promotes overall stronger strands. When massaging your scalp- be extra gentle. Don’t dig in with your nails. Invest in a scalp massager. Using a scalp massager removes dandruff, relieves an itchy scalp, improves blood circulation and removes dead skin cells to keep your scalp fresh and healthy. When you have a healthy scalp, you can expect thicker, healthier, and more hygienic hair.

Here’s a scalp massager that’s been a game-changer for me. You can get it for $11 on Amazon.

3. Avoid Hot Showers

When it’s chilly outside, it is almost irresistible to shower in warm water. However, hot water showers can strip your hair of its natural oils and the moisture it naturally contains, leaving it dry and causing the scalp to become dry and flaky.

Hair experts recommend washing your hair with lukewarm water. Finish it with a cold water rinse on your hair to lock in the moisture after every wash.

4. Less is more: Avoid Washing Hair Every Day

Using shampoo on your hair too often will strip it of its natural oils by removing its protective oils and making it dry and irritated. Shampoo your hair twice a week. To keep your hair happy, use a sulphate-free shampoo at all times.

If you love changing your hair colour, look for the best colour shampoo that doesn’t have any harsh chemicals.

5. Don’t Forget Your Conditioner

Every time you shampoo your hair, you must follow it with a conditioner. Why? A shampoo removes all the grime, oil, and buildup in your hair, but a conditioner helps your hair keep its natural hydration.

Apply conditioner mid-shaft downward towards the ends, and while the product is still in your hair, use a wide-tooth comb to detangle. You can leave the conditioner in for five to seven minutes, leaving you with lush and shiny hair.

(Don’t even get us started on 2-in-1 shampoos. It’s the one product you should never put in your hair).

6. The AfterCare

Your hair care after is just as essential. After washing their hair, most people rub their hair to remove excess water or wrap a towel around the top of their heads. Hair experts need you to stop doing this. Instead, gently squeeze your wet hair with a soft towel and let it air dry as much as possible. Apply a leave-in conditioner or a serum to ensure your hair retains moisture after washing. Lastly, use a heat protectant before using any heating tools on your hair.

How do you care for your hair? Are there any tips you’d like for us to know? We’d love to know in the comments below. 

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