Use a heat protectant;
These products provide a barrier between the hair strand and the heat of dryers and irons, which can help protect dry hair from heat.
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Use less heat;
If your hair is dry, select a lower setting when using heat. Experiment with hairstyles like braids, buns and chignons that don't require heat styling and will give your dry hair a rest.
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Shampoo for dry hair;
Choose a shampoo for dry hair. These are usually creamy rather than clear, and they may contain ingredients like aloe vera or apricot kernel oil that help dry hair retain moisture.
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Skip the daily shampoo;
It may not be necessary to shampoo every day when your hair is dry. Take a day or two off between shampoos and give your scalps natural oil a chance to replenish dry hair.
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Brushing wet hair;
Wet hair is delicate and vulnerable and can easily be torn or broken with the bristles of a hairbrush. Instead use a wide tooth comb.
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Hair colour;
Talk to your stylist about ammonia-free permanent and demi-permanent formulas are gentler and better for dry hair.
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Highlighters:
Consider a highlighting technique called balayage in which haircolour or lightener is hand painted only onto the mid lengths and ends of your hair, retouches can be done less frequently, which is healthier for your hair.
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Chemical straighteners;
Explore mom-chemical options for straightening your hair. There are many excellent smoothing formulas that can be applied before you style your hair that will prevent frizz and flyaways and add moisture to dry hair.
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