Guide to Treating Dry Hair by Stylist Jamie Nguyen

Of all the hair issues out there, dry hair is probably one of the worst. Dehydration shows itself by way of breakage and dullness. Dry hair can be caused by many things, including over-use of hot tools, over processed hair, low quality shampoo, or just lack of proper hair care in general. 

What causes dry hair?

Genetics – No matter what you do, some hair types are just naturally dryer than others. Curly hair is more difficult for the natural oils in your scalp to make it down to the strands, so you will need more help from nourishing ingredients in shampoo, conditioner, and styling creams to give your hair the hydration it needs.

Color Processing – Hair with color in it will feel different than virgin hair does. Over processed hair can lead to dryness. Because of this, it is important to use the proper products to restore hair to its healthier state.

Heat Styling – Over the years of using hot tools can start to show themselves on your hair strands. Putting a hot tool on unprotected hair can leave permanent dryness and damage.

How to prevent dry hair:

Use an appropriate moisturizing shampoo and conditioner for your hair type that can help with the battle of dry hair. With the addition of a deep treatment moisturizing mask can make a difference for dry hair. The less heat that you use on your hair the better. 

Redken’s All Soft Shampoo and Conditioner is made with a protein complex that offers 15 times more conditioning than other products on the market. This line will be your best bet for keeping your hair properly hydrated. If your hair is slightly dry, All Soft will do.

How to treat dry hair:

One of the best ways to treat dry hair is with a trim to get rid of breakage and the split ends. The All Soft Mega Mask will restore shine, softness, and smoothness to your strands. This mask provides deep conditioning that helps strengthen damaged hair from the root down.