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Biggest ‘mistake’ you can make that damages your hair happens before you leave home
Are you one of the 42% of American adults who shower or bathe in the morning? Or are you part of the minority that showers exclusively at night?
It doesnt make a huge amount of difference in the long run, but it could have an impact on your hairs volume and silkiness as the mercury drops. It could also help to know how porous your hair is, or that you shouldnt be using your urine as a hair conditioner. Shoulda woulda coulda&? Better late than never. Here are Dr Balwis tips.
Hair transplant doctors advice on leaving the house with wet hair this winter
Besides the fact that moisture traps cold and itll cool you down, going outside with wet hair when the mercury is low could lead to hair breakage, Dr Balwi says. Hes the leading hair surgeon at Elithair, a hair loss clinic in Istanbul, T�rkiye.�
Hair is more prone to damage when its wet, claims Dr Balwi, since wetness weakens the protein bonds that hold it together. Keratin is a crystalline protein found in cells all over the body, and its an important part of hairs internal structure.�
Very cold air, in particular, can cause the water in your hair to freeze and expand, he continues. Hair fibers can expand too, which can cause split ends, hair breakage, and damage to the hair cuticle.
If its cold and windy, this can strip wet hair of moisture, making it dry and brittle. The hair cuticles that opened up due to wetness allow cold air to extract the hairs moisture, Dr Balwi adds, causing hair to become dry and coarse, and making it tangled and difficult to manage.
Wet hair is far more sensitive to environmental damage and therefore when temperatures drop, it is wise to dry your hair before leaving the house to avoid impacting your hair health,” he says. The more you know…
Haircare ingredients to consider to help restore moisture to your mane
Dr Balwi lists four key ingredients to look for when shopping around for ways to treat your hair.
- Hyaluronic acid. Good for achieving glossy, glass-like hair, hyaluronic acid can help smooth the hair cuticle, reducing frizz, enhancing shine, and providing intense hydration.
- Argan oil. This provides shine and smoothness without adding weight. It also absorbs quickly into the hair shaft, which helps hydrate, nourish and tame frizz, leading to a glossy, sleek finish. Dr Balwi specifies that its better than coconut oil, jojoba oil, and avocado oil for its ability to enhance shine and manageability.
- Silk proteins. With their lightweight molecular structure, silk proteins can penetrate the hair shaft and provide deep hydration. They also create a protective barrier on the hairs surface, Dr Balwi says, helping to shield it from environmental damage and heat styling.
- Vitamin E. Finally, Vitamin E adds moisture to the hair and scalp, preventing dryness and enhancing shine. It promotes healthy circulation to the scalp, Dr Balwi claims, which stimulates hair growth and improves overall condition. It also has antioxidant properties that help to protect the hair from environmental damage and free radicals, which are unstable atoms that can damage cells and cause illness.
Quite the claims. For the sake of triangulation, Oxford Online Pharmacy recommends treating your hair once or twice a week with a thick, rich and moisturizing conditioner containing fatty acids and humectants, such as soy protein and panthenol. �
Other ingredients you might look out for include ylang-ylang, bergamot, lemongrass, shea butter, olive oil, and safflower oil.�
