Protecting Your Hair From Pollution: Tips For Every Day

Shield your hair from daily pollution with these simple tips. Learn how to prevent damage, maintain healthy locks, and keep your scalp fresh with protective and nourishing hair care practices.

{By: Clelia Cecilia Angelo}

Though we rightly remain very concerned about pollution's harmful after effect on our respiratory system, we often tend to ignore its impact on our body, hair and skin. While the skin still gets a fair dose of moisturising and cleansing, the hairs mostly turn rough, dry and brittle due to continuous exposure to pollutants. As a precautionary measure, one may consider covering the scalp area with a scarf or a cap, and to avoid greasiness, use a gentle shampoo and conditioner. 

Henna: The Natural Solution For Polluted Hair Protection

A bigger boon for the hairs and the scalp is in the miracle properties of Henna, if you intend to undo the impact of pollutants and protect it from further damage. This is essentially owing to Henna's many benefits for roots, hair as well as scalp. While conditioning and cleansing the area, it minimises the risk of pollutants that could cause irritation and allergies. It adds sheen to your hair, ensuring that your strands are flowing like the gorgeous mane it was before the pollution impacted it. In case of prolonged exposure, the thin layer formed after washing the Henna off keeps the hair protected from future damage. Also, the face of the Ayurvedic wonder has evolved multifold, as now it is even available in ready-to-use form as Henna cream. It comes with an easy applicator, making henna application less cumbersome. When mixed with Brazilian herbs, it makes the hair shiny and strong and with different combinations it results in vibrant hair colors. It also conditions and treats the hair, ensuring that the harmful effect of pollution can be undone.

Avoid Harmful Chemicals: A Guide To Safe Hair Care

You must ensure that whichever hair care product you use is free from harsh chemical dyes, as they contain PPD, DEA, TEA, resorcinol, hydrogen peroxide, and parabens. Acute reactions and, in few cases, cancer might result from prolonged use. Ammonia is toxic, as we all know, but its derivatives, such as ethanolamine, diethylamine, and triethanolamine, can be even more harmful. Hormonal imbalances or thyroid issues can be brought on by sulphates and prethalates, and we would undoubtedly like to stay away from it. Be sure to thoroughly read the label before buying any product for your haircare regimen.
 

Boost Immunity And Protect Hair With Diet And Ayurvedic Care

It is also a wise idea to make some changes in your diet, as in there should be adequate consumption of seasonal vegetables and fruits, to boost your overall inner strength and immunity. What can further help in minimising the harmful effect of pollution on your hair is ending the day with a warm oil massage, as besides calming the stress, it lets the strands and scalp absorb all the nutrition obtained from products with Ayuvedic and natural ingredients like herbs from the Amazonian rainforests.

The author, Clelia Cecilia Angelo, is the Founder & CEO of Surya Brasil

[Disclaimer: The information provided in the article, including treatment suggestions shared by doctors, is intended for general informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.]