Remedies For Dry Hair

Hair normally has a moisture content of approximately 10%. If your hair’s moisture content drops below this level the key is to increase the hair’s ability to attract and retain moisture. This is accomplished by using moisturizers. Good moisturizers have what they call “humectants” that replace lost moisture as well as attract and retain moisture in your hair. Essential Fatty Acids are great moisturizers. Safflower oil is one of the best and most cost effective fatty acids and it is used to cook with. Not only can we use this oil to cook with to get moisturizer we can also use it directly on your hair.

1. First, place 1 or 2 small drops of safflower oil into your palms and rub them together. There should be enough to make your hands shine in the light.
2. Then carefully take your hair (while dry) and scrunch the oil to the ends of your hair first and then work your way up towards the scalp.
3. Do not wash the oil out.
4. By doing the steps described as often as necessary will ensure that your dry hair will have the proper amount of humectants to attract and retain moisture.
5. Remember, a lot of oil goes a long way, so don’t overload your hair. Only 1 to 2 drops is necessary.

Also keep in mind your hair stylist will have suggestions on what professional products would be good for your hair to get the moisture it needs. So on your next visit to the salon, don’t hesitate to ask.