How to Fix Dry Hair

Overstyled? Overheated...

Does your hair crackle when you brush it? Do you have flyaways also known as mini-bangs? If you live in a dry climate and you blow dry your hair every day, you are probably suffering from dry hair. Overstyling is the No. 1 cause of dry hair, so find out a way to style your hair that doesn't involve too much heat and you have found the best solution. This article will teach you how to fix dry hair so that you can begin the process to healthier, shinier hair and improved self-confidence.

Things You'll Need

• Shampoo and conditioner for dry hair
• Hair moisturizing cream
• Ceramic blow dryer and curling iron
• Thermal protectant spray

Instructions

Stop overstyling your hair

1. Learn how to style your hair in a way that will not require a lot of heat. If you have curly hair and you want it to be straight, consider a conditioning relaxer treatment so you won't have to straighten it every day. If you have straight hair and you'd like it to be curly, the same applies. Hair extensions, or weaves, offer a great alternative to overstyling because you can style the weave hair all you want and not worry about damaging your natural hair.

2. Begin with a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner. Follow the directions on the bottle and be sure to choose one that will really heal your hair, not just coat it. Many salons will recommend great products if you ask. Also, some people will recommend a leave-in conditioner. These can be good, but they can also leave uneccesary build-up in the hair, so discontinue use if you get this effect.

3. Moisturize your hair and/or treat it with thermal styling spray before you style it. You can moisturize wet hair. It will actually help protect it before you blow it dry. Thermal styling spray sometimes has the added benefit of making your hair shine, so choose one in your price range that will accomplish what you want without drying your hair further. The most important step when applying moisturizing cream is not to overdo it. This will lead to unnecessary build-up that will make your hair seem dull and lifeless.

4. Choose styling instruments that are ceramic. They conduct heat much better than the cheaper, old-fashioned alternatives. They may be more expensive, but they do protect hair better, and ceramic blow dryers will leave your hair looking shiny and beautiful, no matter the texture. Natural curls can be enhanced by pin-curling the hair the night before and then blowing it dry so that it air dries partially and then dries with a blow dryer the rest of the way. You can always touch the curls up with a curling iron if they don't have enough shape.

Tips & Warnings

• Check the wattage of your appliances before you purchase them. You don't want something that will fry your hair by using too much heat.