• What causes winter hair problems?
• Types of winter hair problems
• 5 Tips to solve your winter hair problems
• Frequently asked questions on winter hair problems

What causes winter hair problems?

We carefully stock up on body butters and heavy moisturisers when the winter chills begin to hit us. But with pesky winter skin problems also comes some winter hair problems. Winter makes your hair dry, get split ends, prone to static, and leads to breakage. Cold weather often sucks out the moisture and natural oils from our scalp and strands. These natural oils are barriers on our scalp that protect our hair from falling or breaking. Not only are our strands at risk of breakage and hairfall in winter but your scalp is dry which causes dandruff in winter. This winter, do not let the winter blues get to your hair, and learn everything about the most common winter hair problems and ways to tackle them easily.

Types of winter hair problems

1.Static hair:

When the moisture levels in the air drop, your hair turns dry and brittle. This dry texture of your hair strands will feel like straws. If you have curly hair, it may get harder to maintain as curly hair in its natural form is drier.

The fix:

1. Give your hair a break from heat styling tools
2. Add extra hydrating products into your hair care regimen
3. Use ingredients like coconut oil into your hair masks
4. Switch to satin pillow cases while you sleep

2. Split ends in winter:

Hair breakage doesn't necessarily happen only in summers. It can happen in the winters too. The loss of moisture, especially towards the ends of your hair that is naturally drier, can lead to split ends and breakages. But chopping your hair off isn't the only solution, there are many ways to fix this issue.

The fix:

1. If you cannot wait for your stylist to work on it, slightly trim the ends of your hair
2. Apply moisturising leave-in conditioner at the ends and let it set throughout the day
3. Oil your hair especially the ends quite often

3. Itchy scalp in winter:

Much like our skin, we also face dry scalp in winter, which causes dandruff and leads to flaky and itchy scalp.

The fix:

1. Use shampoos that are free from chemicals like silicones, parabens, and more that can lead to more drying
2. Use coconut oil either directly for a scalp massage or add it in your hair mask to add a boost of hydration
3. Use moisturising hair products only and avoid accumulation of sweat on your scalp
   
   

4.Static and frizzy hair:

Once the temperature dips, your hair picks up on an electrical charge from dry hair, which causes it to erect during combing or styling. Since it is chillier everywhere, the only way to combat it is by changing your styling habits and using a few tips.

The fix:

1. Stock up on hydrating shampoos and conditioners that will protect your hair from being more susceptible to drying.
2. Avoid frequent use of heat styling tools. But if you absolutely have to, use ionic hair styling tools, which won't suck out moisture as much as the normal dryers and styling tools do.
3. Use moisturising hair styling creams to apply it during and after styling.
4. Use satin pillowcases or silk hair bonnets while sleeping.

5 Tips to solve your winter hair problems:

1.Go easy on the shampoo

Shampoos are your hair's cleansing agent and help remove dirt and residue of hair products from your hair and scalp. But while cleansing the dirt, it also strips the natural oils that keep your hair from environmental stressors. Wash your hair with a mild shampoo and limit the use to just once or twice a week. If you have extremely oily hair and need to wash it daily every alternate day, you can resort to dry shampoos.

2.Say no to heat:

Most of us gear up for hot showers as soon as the temperature hits a low. But overexposure to hot showers can strip moisture from the hair and your skin as well. Switch to lukewarm water when you cannot use cold water and use a shower cap while taking a hot water shower.

3.Do not skip the conditioner:

This may sound like the most obvious hair care tip, but many of us often find ourselves negotiating the pros and cons of conditioning the hair while running late. Use a conditioner each time you wash your hair to seal in the moisture into your strands, especially during the winters. You can also try deep conditioning using oils like coconut or jojoba oil. Adding a hair mask into your hair care regimen is a good way to add moisture into your hair once in a while.

4.Keep up with your haircuts:

We all know the importance of getting a haircut once in a while but we may miss out on booking that appointment with our stylist. Trimming your hair keeps it healthy and prevents split ends from turning worse. Remember to have a haircut every 2-3 months and not longer than that.

5. Oil your hair regularly:

Massaging your scalp with oil stimulates blood circulation and boosts your hair to grow healthier. Use lightweight hair oil on your scalp and leave it overnight. Do this process at least once a week to not only get healthier hair but also feel relaxed. Once you seal in the hair shaft with moisture, it will prevent it from getting frizzy.

We recommend using Coco Soul's virgin coconut oil. This oil contains extra virgin coconut oil with Vitamin E, specifically prepared from fresh raw coconuts using a meticulousœcold-press technology" to retain the goodness of coconut. Coco Soul skin and hair nourishing oil is packed with 100% natural ingredients beneficial for hair health.

Now that you are prepared for all the haircare issues that could plague you this winter, read our blog on winter skin problems and protect yourself against those as well.

Frequently asked questions on winter hair problems:

1.Why is my hair so bad in winter?

Our hair loses moisture during dry weather and that leads to breakage and lifeless hair. Fret not! Follow a hydrating hair care routine to keep your hair from drying out.

2.How can I hydrate my hair in winter?

Drink loads of water to keep your scalp hydrated at all times. Use hydrating shampoos and conditioners to keep your hair moisturised.

3.What causes tangled hair?

If your hair cuticle (the outer layer of hair) is damaged, it will block other strands and cause knots in your hair. Smooth hair is not prone to any tangles.