Winter Hair Care

The dry brutal cold winter weather can really wreak havoc on your hair. Here are some tips to follow to help eliminate your winter hair woes.

1. Use a good moisturizing sulfate free shampoo in the winter. Sulfates have a harsher detergent and can dry out the scalp in the winter and cause more flaking.

A)Try not to shampoo everyday. Shampooing your hair can strip your hair of its natural oils. Those oils help to protect your hair and keep it shiny and smooth. Sebum production slows down in colder weather so it isn't necessary to shampoo as often.

B)I naturally have oily hair myself and I've discovered Tigi rockaholic Dirty Secretdry shampoo to get an extra day without shampooing. There are several dry shampoos on the market but this one smells fresh, clean and doesn't leave much of a powdery look. Remember to brush through the hair after applying a dry shampoo.

2. Deep condition your hair weekly! There are numerous deep conditioners on the market. Find a good moisturizing one that suits your hair type your stylist can recommend one for you. An easy way to do this at home is simply shampoo hair, towel dry, apply conditioner, wrap your hair in plastic (a small trash bag will work ) and place a heated towel on your head for 15 minutes. * just tumble towel in the dryer until it is hot* Rinse and proceed with styling.

3. Use a daily leave in conditioner! This is important to moisturize and protect your hair daily.

4. Blow dry hair on a cooler setting. Heat will cause the cuticle (outer protective layer ) to open slightly. By using a cooler temperature and blowing the hair down the strand you can eliminate un-necessary damage and protect the integrity of the hair. Be careful not to over-dry the hair, this too can cause damage and frizz!

5. When using a flat iron or any heat tool it is extremely important to use a thermal protectant. There are several professional protectors on the market. These products are designed specifically to protect hair from heat styling and UV rays. my favorites are Aquage Beyond Shine and Redkens Iron Silk 07 Ultra Straightening spray.

There are several remedies for static in the hair. Most are simple. Keep a dryer sheet with you and rub on hair. Spray a little hairspray on your brush before brushing. You can also spray your brush with a little static guard and run that through your hair.