The condition of our hair, nails and skin is not only external signs of beauty. This is a reflection of the he alth and strength of the whole organism. Hair care in winter is especially important because of the sharp change in temperature when a person leaves a warm room on the street. On the one hand - the impact of faith, snow, cold and rain, on the other - dry air, heaters, stress.
So that the environment is not a source of problems for us, you need to follow the simple advice of dermatologists. At least once a season you should drink a vitamin complex, do not let your hair freeze in the wind (always hide it under a hat or scarf), pamper yourself with masks at least once a week, which are not difficult to prepare at home.
Tips for hair care in winter and autumn
Tip one: get off the diet! Russia has long and harsh winters, during which a person works hard and leads an active lifestyle. During this period, you can not use a strict diet, exclude protein foods, meat, eggs, fish from the diet. In cold weatheryears, these foods form the basis of a diet for energy and muscle strength.
Eating 250 grams of vegetables and 1 fruit per day makes it possible for the body to receive enough nutrients. They not only balance our diet, but also improve digestion. The use of berries gives the hair a lively shine and smoothness. Vegetable seasonings such as onion, chaste, dill and others promote hair growth and strengthen follicles.
Vitamins
Winter hair care includes taking vitamins. For general strengthening of the body, any complexes at an affordable price can be suitable. They can be found in pharmacies in your city. Most importantly, look at the composition of minerals that contribute to the regenerative process of hair and nails:
- groups A and B;
- vitamin E;
- selenium;
- zinc;
- magnesium.
It is worth paying attention to the composition of the vitamin complex and exclude those components that can lead to allergies. If you have an unusual reaction to any substance, contact your doctor immediately. It is also not recommended to drink several complexes at the same time. Between different vitamins you need to take a break from 1 to 3 months.
Serious illness
Winter hair care may not lead to the desired result in only one case - if it is a sign of illness. Intensive hair loss and brittle nails are most likely a violation of the endocrinesystems. Alopecia areata is a sign of severe stress or anemia. In this case, self-medication is contraindicated, especially taking medications without a doctor's prescription. This may lead to a worsening of the condition. With such symptoms, it is better to contact a trichologist or cosmetologist, as well as make an appointment with a local therapist.
General deterioration of the hair can be a sign of a serious disease of the bulbous cover, such as a fungus. Signs: itching, loss, dry, dull and brittle ends of the hair, small bald patches of the correct form, inflammation. Nowadays, a dermatologist can easily cope with such a problem and advise the right hair care in winter and during the hot period.
Hair masks
Masks can be made by yourself or bought in the store. They improve the appearance and give the hair shine and silkiness, as well as restore the balance of moisture, normalize the structure. For oily hair, it is recommended to use nourishing masks no more than once a week, for dry and normal hair you can use 2-3 times, especially if the situation is critical.
Winter hair care with masks is possible both in salons and at home. It is not difficult to make a restorative procedure on your own. If you opted for buying care products in a store, then we advise you to choose cosmetic products from one company. If you want to make a mask yourself, then we offer some simple and effective recipes.
Winter hair care (masks, recipes)
Fatty:
- A simple mask with kefir will help reduce sebum, improve blood circulation and help strengthen and grow hair. She needs one glass of kefir, whey or yogurt. The product is applied to the entire length, well rubbed into the roots. You can keep both open and closed for one hour. Wash off with shampoo and rinse after 60 minutes.
- Winter hair care with egg yolk gives extra volume. The composition includes 1-2 raw yolks and one teaspoon of water and cognac. It is recommended to wash off the mask after 15 minutes.
- Mustard mask helps reduce sebum secretion and improves blood circulation. It can be used as a conditioner for clean hair. The production is very simple: take 2 tbsp for a glass of hot water. l. mustard, which must be well mixed, dilute with 1 liter of boiled water, rinse your head and rinse with warm running water. Shampoo is not required.
For dry:
- Egg and yogurt can be used to moisturize. For 1 chicken egg, take 6 tablespoons of yogurt, mix the ingredients, apply the mixture on the hair and roots, wrap the head with a towel, wash off after 10 minutes.
- Bilberry mask restores hair structure and gives them a lively shine. 300 grams of berries should be crushed or chopped well in a mixer, pour one glass of boiling water and steam until cool. It is necessary to apply the composition to the entire length, keep it under cellophane for half an hour, rinse with shampoo.
- Olive oil smoothes dry hair, nourishes and promotes growth. Before use, it must be warmed to room temperature, thoroughly rubbed into the roots, and evenly applied to the entire length of the hair. It is recommended to keep this mask closed (under a cap and a towel) for an hour, then wash off with shampoo.
For mixed type:
- Hair care in winter at home is not difficult even for a mixed type. For this, simple ingredients are taken: 2 tbsp. l. aloe juice, 2 tbsp. l. honey (preferably liquid), juice of one lemon. For more convenient application, you can dilute the mixture with boiled water. The composition is applied to the entire length for 30 minutes, then washed off.
- Another fermented milk mask will refresh the roots and heal the sore ends as much as possible. You need to apply fresh kefir to the roots, rubbing it well into the head, and grease the tips with cream or fat sour cream. Leave for about an hour, rinse with shampoo.
Masks for normal hair:
The composition of such masks usually includes medicinal herbs that maintain the balance of the hairline and protect against problems with loss and dryness. Herbs are steamed at home and applied in the form of masks both before shampooing and used as a rinse after. For example, hops prevent dandruff and create an antistatic effect. Sage tones the skin and supports the proper functioning of the glands. Chamomile is used to lighten and grow hair.
Mechanical maintenance
Carehair in autumn and winter includes a haircut and massage. During the cold season, our hair grows 30% slower than in summer. Therefore, you should not set yourself the goal of growing them as much as possible. Dry ends are recommended to be trimmed once a month, as masks and balms are no longer able to restore them. This will give a well-groomed appearance.
Massage is desirable to carry out before going to bed. It includes circular movements over the entire surface of the head, starting from the back of the head and ending with the temporal lobes. You can also use the Chi device. It tones the scalp, relieves fatigue of both the hairline and the entire body, improves mood and restores blood circulation.
Care by hair type (oily)
In Russia, a genetic feature is oily hair among the inhabitants of the country. This is due to the hereditary tradition of keeping warm. Beauticians recommend using in this case, in addition to specialized shampoos, regulating hair care products in winter.
Benefits:
- skin cleansing;
- calming effect;
- anti-inflammatory functions;
- decrease in irritability;
- hydrolipid balance;
- regulation of fat formation.
Dry hair (care)
Even in the cold season, a woman should remain attractive. It lifts her spirits and gives her another opportunity to take care of herself. But for dry hair, the use of a hair dryer and curling iron can be fatal. To avoid damage to the hairline and reduce them tominimum, you need to actively use nourishing sprays, masks, rinses.
Dry hair does not like cold winds, which means that you should not leave the house without a hat. This threatens not only with colds, but also with freezing of the hair and its damage.
General tips for owners of short and long hair
Caring for long hair in winter, as well as for short hair, is, first of all, nutrition and protection. Vitamins of group A are needed to maintain beauty and he alth (carrots, spinach, cabbage). They are responsible for the functioning of the skin. Group D (fish, milk) regulate calcium metabolism and growth. Group E (apples, green vegetables) are responsible for the absorption of vitamins, digestion, and stress prevention. Vitamin PP is found in the liver and legumes. It improves the condition of the mucosa and skin.
Vitamin method - easy and pleasant hair care in winter. Reviews of modern women who do not have time for beauty parlors and making masks at home say that this is also the fastest way to restore he alth and beauty not only to hair, but to the whole body.
