Problem: Dull hair
Your hair gets the winter blues too. Because of air conditioners and heating in the winter months, hair can lose its natural sheen and not reflect light. Be sure to add a hair mask to your at-home hair routine once a week for 10 minutes, and spritz your mane with some heat protectant before styling. It’s always a good idea to get regular in-salon treatments too to keep your hair ultra-luscious and shiny. Try these products for dull winter hair…
Schwarzkopf – Essence Ultime Omega Repair Intensive Mask, $11.99
Lee Stafford – Heat Protection Straightening Mist, $14.41
Problem: Breakage and split endsDehydrated hair can causes lots of breakage and split ends. The solution is simple: hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Regularly apply a deep conditioning oil to your hair, focusing on the ends in particular, and go for a haircut with your stylist every six weeks. Also include protein rich foods in your diet to help strengthen those strands.
Organix – Anti-Breakage Keratin Oil Conditioner, $17.99
Problem: Hat Hair
Your hair can become extra flat after being underneath a beanie. If you plan on wearing one. Once you’ve taken off your beanie, make sure you fluff up your hair with a little dry volume spray throughout the top area. This will be your go to quick fix to get you back on track.
Batiste – Dry Shampoo XXL Volume, $12.99
Problem: Dry Scalp
Because there’s less moisture in the air, your scalp may start to peel, causing dandruff and itchiness. If you start to see flakes in your hair, it’s time to whip out the anti-dandruff shampoo. Also use a hydrating hair oil to soothe the irritation. Ensuring that you regularly brush your hair & scalp as this will stimulate the scalp and help distribute your natural oils throughout the hair.
Ego – Hair Science Shampoo for Dandruff, $18.29
Organix – Hydrate + Defrizz Kukui Oil Anti-Frizz Hydrating Oil, $17.99
Lady Jayne – Classic Pad Brush, Large, 100% Natural Boar Bristle, $22.99
Problem: Tangles and static
Pulling sweaters, coats and the thicker materials on and off can cause more friction, tangling the underside of the hair and causing static charge. Combat this with by running some anti-frizz cream and moisturising detangler through your locks. Keeping a shine serum in your handbag for touch-ups while on the go will also come in handy.
Garnier – Sleek & Shine Anti-Frizz Serum, $5.59
Joico – Daily Care Leave-In Detangler, $25.95
Toni & Guy – Classic Shine And Gloss Serum, $15.99
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