MONSOON COMMON HAIR CONCERNS?
While the monsoon season is the most refreshing season of the year, it can be a challenging time for the hair as it is characterized by high humidity, dampness, and rainfall. The increase in humidity let the hair to absorb excess moisture from the air leading to dry, brittle, fragile and frizzy. Furthermore, frequent exposure to rainwater, which can be slightly acidic can cause infection, fungus, and bacteria, leading to scalp itchiness, dandruff, lice, and hair fall.
HAIR CARE TIPS IN MONSOON SEASON:
- Shampoo your hair regularly: Wash your hair 3-4 times a week especially after getting wet in rainwater as soon as possible. Consider using a gentle, sulfate-free Shampoo to avoid stripping your hair of its natural moisture.
- Use a Hydrating Conditioner: Frequent deep conditioning help to prevent frizz and maintain hydrated hair. So, after shampooing your hair, always follow up with a condition to keep your hair soft and manageable.
- Using Hair Masks once a week: Use a hair mask once a week for deep nourishment and to balance your Hair pH.
- Nourish your hair and scalp to a soothing oil massage: Gently massage your hair and scalp with oils twice a week to improve blood circulation and prevent dandruff. Oiling nourishes the scalp, strengthens hair roots, and provides a protective layer against environmental damage.
- Use a Wide-Toothed Comb: Use a wide-toothed comb to brush your hair after washing to lessens breakage and frizz.
- Protective Hairstyles: The right hairstyle and haircut can prevent hair tangling. Trim your hair to prevent split ends that could lead to extra frizz. Remember, hair is better managed and exposed to less humidity when worn in styles like braids, buns, or loose ponytails.
- Avoid Heat Styling: Using heat styling equipment can damage your hair, leading to dryness, brittleness, and frizz. Therefore, it is better to avoid using them especially in the monsoon season.
- Eat Healthy Food & keep yourself hydrated: Maintain healthy diet to improve your hair health. Add fruits like berries, nuts, spinach, and sweet potatoes to your diet to nourish your hair from within. Keep yourself hydrated to keep your hair moisturized from within and to prevent your hair from becoming drier and frizz.
PRODUCT SUGGESTION BY OUR EXPERTS:
- For dry, damaged & Frizzy Hair with Dry Scalp:
If you're dealing with frizzy, dry, or damaged hair and looking to control hair fall, enhance shine, and improve manageability, then make sure you try our Argan Hair care range. It controls hair fall, nourishes dry hair & dry scalp, Boost shine, tames frizz, and protect against environmental damage.
- For dry, damaged, & Frizzy Hair with Oily Scalp:
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- For Itchy Scalp & Dandruff:
If you're dealing with Dandruff & itchy scalp and are looking to treat it naturally, don’t miss to try out inatur Onion hair oil and this homemade hair recipes. Add 3-4 drops of inatur Tea Tree oil along with 5 ml of Bhringraj oil and 3 table spoons of inatur Aloe Vera Gel in a small bowl. Gently massage your scalp using fingertips with the mixture and leave it on for 30 minutes and rinse off.
BEST HAIR OIL TO USE DURING THE MONSOON SEASON:
- inatur Onion Hair Oil: Enriched with Amla, Black Seeds, Ginger, Onion, Lemon, Manjistha and its sulfur-rich properties, inatur Onion hair oil are known to boost blood circulation to the hair follicles, thereby, strengthening the Hair roots and promote over all hair health. It is best for individual with oily scalp.
- inatur Bhringraj oil: Often referred to as the "King of Hair Oils" in ancient Ayurveda, Bhringraj oil holds the secret to achieving strong, vibrant, and luxuriant hair. Unlike others, inatur Bhringraj oil is enriched with Bhringraj, Sesame, Camphor, and Clove, bringing you a time-tested solution for your modern hair care needs.
- inatur Coconut oil: Coconut is rich in Vitamins, Essential fatty acids, Antioxidants and is absorbs into the hair strands better than other oils, reducing protein loss and helps nourishes the hair, prevent breakage and split ends. It is recommended to massage your hair 2-3 times a week 30 minutes before hair wash.
- Tea-tree Essential: Known for its antibacterial and antifungal properties, Tea Tree oil is a must use to treat Dandruff and Itchy Scalp naturally. To use, simply Add a few drops to your shampoo or mix with a carrier oil for a soothing scalp massage.
- inatur Rosemary Essential oil: When blended with carrier oils, rosemary essential oil can promote healthy hair growth, strengthen follicles, and improve the overall condition of your scalp. To use, Mix a few drops with carrier oil or shampoo and massage into your scalp for improved hair health and vitality. It is best to use along with Bhringraj oil for individual having severe hair fall problems.
- inatur Hempseed oil: Rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals, Hempseed oil moisturizes the scalp, reduces dandruff, and strengthens the hair follicles, leading to healthier and shinier locks.
- inatur Argan Oil: Argan oil, also known as "liquid gold," is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids. It deeply moisturizes the hair & scalp, reduce frizz, add shine, repair damaged hair, and protect from environmental damage, leaving the hair softer and healthier.
CONCLUSION
As discussed, the monsoon season can be quite challenging for your hair, but with the right hair care routine and by using the right products mentioned in this article, you can enjoy the rains without the frustration of frizzy hair and can keep your locks smooth, hydrated, and healthy throughout the monsoon.
FAQS
Q1. How many times should I wash my hair during the monsoon?
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Wash your hair 3-4 times a week, especially after exposure to rainwater.
Q2. Which shampoo is best for monsoon hair care?
- Opt for a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo that doesn’t strip away natural moisture.
Q3. How can I prevent dandruff during the monsoon season?
- Gently massage your hair with a blend of inatur tea tree and Bhringraj oil and by using a nourishing hair mask, you can prevent dandruff effectively and keep your scalp healthy.
Q4. Is it compulsory to use a conditioner every time I shampoo?
- Using a conditioner every time you shampoo helps to maintain moisture and manageability.
Q5. Is it good to use heat styling tools during the monsoon?
- Avoid heat styling tools as far as possible to prevent excessive dryness and frizz.
Q6. How many times should I apply a hair mask?
- It’s is recommended to use hair mask once a week for deep nourishment and to balance your hair’s pH.
Q7. What are the benefits of using oils on my hair?
- A gentle scalp and hair massage 2twice or thrice a week with oils like coconut, Bhringraj, Argan, Hempseed, Onion oil, Tea tree oil and Rosemary oils provide nourishment, strengthen hair roots, and protect against environmental damage.
Q8. How do I manage frizzy hair?
- Make sure to use hydrating conditioners whenever you wash your hair and use hair masks once a week, plus practice a protective hairstyle like braids, buns, or loose ponytails to reduce exposure to humidity.
Q9. What foods are good to keep the hair healthy during the monsoon season?
- Include fruits like berries, nuts, spinach, and sweet potatoes in your diet for optimal hair health.