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Hair hydration involves maintaining optimal moisture levels in the hair and scalp to promote healthy, vibrant hair growth and prevent issues such as dryness, breakage, and dullness.

Hair Hydration FAQ

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What is hair hydration & how does it work?

Hair hydration is done to increase the moisture within the strands of hair. A hair moisturiser typically contains emollients and water repelling oils that seal the moisture in your hair. Hair hydrating products contain humectants like glycerine which can help the water get absorbed into the core of the hair strand.

Why is hydrated hair so important?

The cortex is what gives your hair its texture, curls, elasticity and shape. If the outer layer, cuticle, is loosely placed, it allows the moisture to escape from the hair. This in turn causes dry hair that is weak and breaks easily. The more hydrated your hair, the healthier your hair stays.

How to hydrate dry hair?

If you are going to be out in the sun for long, wear a hat, a cap, or a scarf. Deep conditioning treatments for your hair are a very effective way of hydrating them. From eggs to honey, avocado, olive oil and curds, you can find ingredients in your kitchen to hydrate dry hair.

Does dry hair need hydration?

Whatever the type of hair you have - fine or thick, rough or smooth - it needs hydration. Dry hair can lead to other problems like breakage, split ends, hair fall and color loss. This happens because the strands of the hair are dead and need to be nourished externally.