Why is my hair so dry?! Is that a question you always ask yourself. Well, we got the answer to that. Your hair is dry because your scalp is not making enough oil to moisturize your hair, or your hair lets moisture escape. Unlike skin, hair does not produce natural lubrication. It relies on oils produce at the roots to keep the rest of the hairs moisturized and healthy. Sometimes, hair doesn’t make enough oil, which leads to dry hair. 

One possible reason for hair dryness can be ageing. As we age, our hair naturally makes less oil. Other factors could be nutritional deficiencies, excessive sun exposure or over usage of heat or harsh products on the hair. Some possible medical causes of dry hair may be anorexia nervosa, Menkes disease, hypoparathyroidism, hypothyroidism, and other hormone abnormalities. If hair dryness is left untreated it will also dry up the scalp since the roots are under your skin, the dry scalp goes along with dry hair. Dry scalp peels and sheds, leading to dandruff flakes on your shoulders. 

But don’t worry about having dry hair doesn’t mean that you have a larger health problem, or that there’s something wrong with the hair. Like we said, humidity, chemicals, personal hygiene and lifestyle can all contribute to hair dryness. The good news is that hair dryness can be fixed! Try these remedies at home and you can start to feel the dryness reducing. 

1. Make a Banana Hair Mask.

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Banana mask is most probably the best treatment for dry hair because they are high in potassium and have high moisture content. The high moisturising properties of banana can provide ample hydration to the hair. Apart from that, bananas are also rich in potassium, vitamin B6, vitamin C, magnesium and protein. All these nutrients can nourish your hair restoring it back to health. To enjoy the full benefits of banana, mash one whole banana into a paste and thoroughly spread it on the hair from roots to ends. Leave it on for 1 hour and rinse with lukewarm water.

Try using the Body Shop’s Banana Truly Nourishing Shampoo, Condition and Hair Mask for the best result.

2. Massage Your Hair With Essential Oils.

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Massaging hair and scalp with beneficial oils is an age-old secret for healthy lustrous hair. Regularly massaging your hair with oil bring lots of benefits for the hair and body. It can improve blood circulation, provide deep conditioning for your hair, reduce stress, and the list goes on. The best oils for hair are coconut oil, argan oil, almond oil and lavender oil. They all carry the same benefits so it down to you to pick the one that you prefer. Just apply a few drops of your favourite oil on the tips of your hair. Don’t apply the oil directly to the scalp it will make the hair greasy. You can also try mixing the oils to make a quick spritz hair perfume may make your hair feel less dry over time.

The Ordinary 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Argan Oil is rich in Vitamin E and super effective on dry hair.

3. Take Omega-3 Supplements. 

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Taking the right supplements can also help fix the damage. The most suitable supplement for hair dryness is Omega-3. Omega-3 is a type of unsaturated fatty acid that is necessary for the body to function. As for hair, an adequate amount of Omega- 3 can reduce dryness, itchiness, flaky scalp and hair loss. Fatty fish like salmon, tuna, mackerel and oysters are great sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Alternatively, you can also take Omega-3 supplements. Doctors have advised taking 1-3 250 milligram capsules of borage oil, evening primrose oil, or flaxseed oil once a day. All these supplements are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and great for keeping hair moisturized consistently.

4. Rinse Your Hair With Rice Water.

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Rice water is the leftover water after washing the rice. It is basically like milky water that the rice was soaking in. Women in China, Japan, and Southeast Asia have been using rice water as a hair treatment for centuries to make their hair smooth as well as to help it grow faster. This is because rice water contains vitamins and minerals such as amino acids,  Vitamin B, Vitamin E and antioxidants. All these can help promote hair growth and health. While rice water benefits for hair remain scientifically unproven, but it safe to rinse your hair and it is simple to do. Just take a cup of rice and fill in into a pot of water. Let the rice sink in the water for 10 mins then strain the water out. Rinse the water after washing your hair and let it dry. 

5. Use A Protein-Based Shampoo

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Protein is important for hair growth because hair follicles are made of mostly protein. A lack of protein in the body has been shown to promote hair loss and hair growth. So, if your hair lack of protein you can supply it with what it needs and what it needs is biotin. Biotin is a water-soluble vitamin that’s a part of the vitamin B family. Biotin is essential for the production of a hair protein called keratin, which is why biotin supplements are often marketed for hair growth. Research has also shown that biotin can help improve hair growth in people with a biotin deficiency. 

Try these shampoos are rich in keratin and work wonders on dry hair: Garnier Ultra Blends Mythic Olive Deep Nourishing Shampoo, L’Oreal Paris Smooth Intense Shampoo and Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure Smooth Perfect Shampoo.

6. Don’t Blow Dry Your Hair.

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Blow drying is the fastest and easiest way to dry the hair but it is not good for the health of the hair! Blow drying causes a ‘flash drying’ effect that not only removes the water but also removes the natural moisturize the hair produces. The effect of this flash drying is that the cuticles the hair’s outermost part become dry, rigid and brittle. So, when you comb your hair with weak cuticles the hair will break easily. So, ideally, don’t blow-dry your hair! Of course, this isn’t a realistic option for many women but it will help mitigate the damage. Try using a containing glycerin and propylene glycol because these ingredients reduce water evaporation. If you are going to blow dry your hair anyways, use the low heat option and keep the dryer at least 6 inches away.

Try using Cantu Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioning Repair Cream.

7. Avoid Using Heat On Your Hair.

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It shouldn’t be a surprise, heat causes hair damage. Hairdryers, heat styling tools like flat irons or curler, maybe the reason that your hair is drying out. These type of appliances can damage your hair in a different way than blow-drying. Ironing your hair damages your hair in two ways depending on whether you iron your hair dry or wet. Ironing dry hair causes cracking along the edges of the cuticles, which can lead to breakage. Ironing wet hair, on the other hand, causes the moisture to burst out in little steam explosions. This causes a bubbling and buckling of the cuticle that appear as tiny hair blisters under magnification. Both types of damage can lead to breakage and split ends. So, it the best to stop using these tools and if you are going to put the heat to your hair make sure to use a heat protector spray. It will keep your safe from all the bad heat.

Try using Ouai Memory Mist, it will protect from the heat and gives your hair a great shine.

8. Eat The Right Foods.

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Malnutrition is one of the main reason for hair dryness. Your hair needs the right vitamins for it to grow healthy. You can get these vitamins by just making simple changes to your diet and incorporating the right food that provides the right nutrients that your hair needs.  Eat foods that are rich in omega-3! At least two servings of fish a week, especially fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel and sardines. Next would be food rich in Biotin, Vitamin B8. It is an important vitamin that strengthens our hair and nails. Eat biotin-rich foods such as eggs, liver, milk, soy, hazelnuts and yeast. You can also eat fruits like berries, kiwis and bananas. All these will also help fix dry hair. Generally, a varied and well-balanced diet will bring you all the essential nutrients your hair needs to be healthy and strong. 

Conclusion...


These home remedies are easy to try at home to fix your dry hair and are absolutely safe! However, if the condition still persists for a long-term, then these your hair dryness problem can be a sign of other health issues. Be sure to speak to the doctor if you the hair dryness continues even after trying these remedies.