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4 RULES TO PREVENT HAIR DEHYDRATIO­N

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Hair dehydratio­n is a problem that can’t be hidden under a hat. Unstable outdoor air, wind, dry indoor air, and improper care products dry out not only the skin but also the hair. Generally speaking, a person dehydrates when more fluid is removed from the body than it enters. Twothirds of our body is made up of water, which helps many of the body’s vital functions, including skin and hair. If the water level in the blood becomes too low, this results in an unbalanced amount of minerals, salts, and sugar in the body. Here are four rules you should pay attention to prevent your hair from dehydratio­n.

Proper nutrition is important for hair.

Hair, like skin or nails, is a living part of the body. Bulbs grow under the skin, so to be healthy, you need to start caring not only about what shampoo you use, but also what you put into your body. In addition to adequate water intake, no less important are daily consumed foods, which are the main source of all the necessary nutrients for hair. Omega-3 fatty acids are found in fish like mackerel and salmon, walnuts and other nuts, flaxseed, avocados, and soybeans.

Don’t forget vitamins and minerals.

Like any other part of the body, vitamins are also essential for hair. Although their growth and moisture are often determined by factors such as human age, genetics, or hormones, the optimal amount of nutrients is no less important. Vitamins A, B, C, D and E are very important for hair, they all promote hair growth, help restore the right amount of moisture, and maintain a healthy condition. Healthy hair needs minerals such as cobalt, copper, iodine, iron, zinc and silicon. In the absence of zinc, the scalp dries out and the hair begins to shed.

You can find zinc in wheat germ and bran, oysters, herring, red meat, legumes, and grains.

Heat helps absorb moisture.

Some skin has extremely small pores, making it harder to absorb the moisturize it needs. Try using heat when using moisturize­rs. Steam the scalp using warm water and a simple shower cap to open up the pores of the scalp and allow it to absorb the most important nutrients from your products.

Apply a moisturize­r, cover with the cap, and hold for at least five minutes. It not only doesn’t help the hair, but also can change its natural structure. Use better products less, but keep them longer.

Use only natural products.

Natural remedies are often thought to be less effective. On the contrary, high-chemical products only have a short-term effect, and in the long run can weaken and dry out hair. When choosing haircare products, look for those that contain as many natural substances as possible, such as aloe, chamomile flower oil, wheat, nettle, sage extracts, etc., as well as vitamins like keratin. Dry hair benefits from ingredient­s such as mango butter, jojoba, coconut, shea, argan and macadamia oils. Natural ingredient­s provide a less rapid, but long-lasting effect by helping restore and maintain the hair’s vitality, moisture, shine, and smoothness. At least a couple of times a week, the hair should be pampered with a mask selected according to their type. Be sure to moisten the ends and nourish with hair oil. It will prevent the ends from splitting and branching, protecting against split ends.

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