Winter Hair Care Tips by Stylist Jamie Nguyen

Winter Hair Care Tips

Get regular trims! Trimming your hair every four to eight weeks is a good way to maintain hair health and keep your hair looking fresh. By just taking a half inch off of the bottom will reduce the chances of developing dry, split ends. 

Lower the water temperature when you shower! A steamy, hot shower might be something you look forward to after a long day at work. But hot water can zap moisture from your hair making it brittle and more vulnerable to breaking. Wash your hair with lukewarm water and follow with a cool rinse instead. 

Avoid heat styling! Allow your hair to air dry is the best. Blow drying draws moisture out of your hair increasing the chance of breakage. Heat-free drying helps to keep your hair shiny and healthy. Embrace your natural hair and air-dry whenever possible.

Use an oil treatment. Restore moisture with an oil-based hair treatment. When it comes to choosing an oil, choose one that has a lightweight leave-in formula to revitalize dry, damaged hair. Apply oil at the ends daily to replenish moisture and protect your hair. 

Avoid frequent hair washes. Over-washing your hair will strip it of natural oils that help to keep hair moisturized and protected. Try extending the time between your washes as much as possible. Another way to help extend the time between washes is to use dry shampoo. Dry shampoo opens up the hair shaft and brings life back to your lifestyle. It also keeps your hair smelling and looking fresh.