Taking a contrast shower, according to doctors, has a positive effect on the condition of the skin and human he alth in general. But is ice water really good for the scalp? Can you wash your hair with cold water? Rules of care, recommendations for washing hair are given below.
Effect of water on hairline and scalp
Clean hair and normal scalp PH levels are directly related to the quality of tap water. Heavy metals, chlorine and other harmful substances that are part of the daily used water have a negative effect on the scalp and hair structure. Chemicals dry out the strands, cause skin irritation. To improve water quality, special filters are used or bottled water is used.
The condition of the hair and the efficiency of removing impurities from it also depend on the temperature of the water when washing the head. Can you wash your hair with cold water? Using either very cold (below 10 ºC) or very hot (above 40 ºC) water will not benefit your hair andscalp.
Exposure to high temperatures on the head can cause blackouts and severe migraines. Cold water cleanses the hair worse than a liquid of medium temperature, and also, with prolonged exposure to the scalp, provokes abundant sebum production.
Why can't you wash your hair with cold water?
This question is asked by those who have already once washed their hair with low-temperature water and have not encountered negative consequences. There are many rumors about its benefits and harms, sometimes unconfirmed.
For example, there is an opinion that washing your hair with cold water is bad for the brain. This statement says that due to exposure to low temperatures, a spasm of cerebral vessels, a stroke, can occur. In addition, washing your hair with cold water weakens the human immune system, provoking the development of otitis media, influenza, and meningitis. All of the above are grandmother's horror stories. From the use of plain cold water, not a single person has yet become ill with a viral disease. The only thing that can happen during the application of the low temperature liquid is the appearance of unpleasant sensations on the scalp.
However, people with vegetovascular dystonia, as well as those who are prone to strokes, are not recommended to use cold water for washing. He althy people with good cold tolerance can wash their hair with cold water.
Reviews on the use of a liquid with a temperature below 20 ºC say that it does not bring any harm to the body, with the exception oflittle discomfort. Also, low-temperature liquid does not wash shampoos and balms from the hair well, leaving particles of the chemical components of the products, as a result of which the hair gets dirty faster.
Which water to wash your hair - hot or cold?
The head should be washed with water at a temperature that is comfortable for the skin. That is, there is no specific mode for taking a bath or shower, for each person it is selected individually. Trichologists recommend using three temperature shampoos:
- comfortable temperature (30-37 ºC);
- temperature lowered by 3-4 degrees;
- low temperature.
Can I wash my hair with cold water? Yes, but only at the end of the hair washing procedure. Before applying the shampoo, the hair is moistened with warm water, then washed with cool water, and finally rinsed with water below 20 ºC. To avoid discomfort, the transition from one temperature regime to another is carried out smoothly.
Which hair care shampoo should I prefer?
To restore hair and maintain its he althy shine, it is recommended to use products based on natural ingredients. The less parabens and silicones in the shampoo, the he althier the hair will be from the inside, and the scalp will not “suffocate” under the oily film that chemicals leave after rinsing from the hair.
Sometimes you can use silicone shampoos,to achieve visual smoothness of the hair. However, such products do not bring any benefit to the hair or scalp.
What products help make hair smooth and shiny?
Vitaminized balms, as well as homemade nourishing masks from fruits, vegetables and dairy products, help restore brightness and he althy appearance to hair. Can I wash my hair with cold water if a balm is applied to it? No, otherwise the product will not wash off well from the hair and they will look dull and untidy. Cold water should only be used at the end of the shampooing procedure - this will make the strands shiny.
In order for the balm/mask to be better absorbed into the hair and scalp, rinse your hair in warm water before applying. Under the influence of high temperature, the scales of the hairs will open, which will help the nutrients to penetrate into the structure itself.
How to dry your hair properly
Stylists advise using devices that style hair with cold air. Hair dryers, irons, curling irons injure them, causing overdrying.
The best option is to dry naturally. To give the hairstyle a shape, it is recommended to comb the hair with a fine comb until completely dry and, if desired, wind it on curlers. So the hairstyle is voluminous, and the hair is practically not injured. If necessary, you can use a small amount of varnish, gel or styling mousse.
