Dealing With Monsoon Frizz: Effective Solutions For All Hair Types

1. Scalp Health: Keeping the scalp clean and healthy goes a long way in fighting buildup, split ends, and hair loss. While there are many ways to take care of the scalp, the easiest one is to wash your hair with Keratin shampoo and conditioner at least twice or three times a week. Regular application of shampoo also keeps the shine of hair intact by offering necessary nourishment to the scalp. That being said, the key to achieving the desired results here is to use mild and gentle hair care products that are made up of natural and organic ingredients. Avoid using brands with excess chemicals, preservatives, and parabens, as all these artificial ingredients can cause irreversible damage to your hair when used for long periods.  (Image source: Canva)

2. Balanced Diet: While shampoo and conditioner play an important role in external cleansing, a nutritious diet helps boost the health of hair follicles from the inside. Taking a well-balanced diet with the right amount of macro- and micronutrients is essential to offering nourishment to hair strands from the outside. In addition to primary sources of energy such as protein, carbs, and fats, keeping a close tab on the intake of important minerals and vitamins will also help with the health of your hair.  (Image source: Canva)

3. Shield Hair: The rainy season can strip your hair of natural oils, leaving it messy and frizzy. This, in turn, mandates offering extra protection to your hair strands during the monsoon. Products such as leave-in conditioners and serums are specially formulated to shield hair by creating an extra layer of protection. This layer not only saves hair from frizz and dryness but also shields against UV-ray damage for a smooth, silky, and shiny hair experience.  (Image source: Canva)

4. Gentle Care: In monsoon, experts recommend not to use or at least minimise the use of heat styling. In addition, it’s advisable to be extra gentle with the detangling process. This is because hairs are more susceptible to breakage during rains and, hence, demand extra care during the styling and detangling process. It's best not to use straighteners and blow dryers during the monsoon, as they might weaken follicles, leading to more hair loss. The choice of a comb can also play a crucial role in keeping the density of your hair intact. The use of a wide-tooth comb is recommended in the rainy season as it detangles hair without putting extra pressure on hair follicles. In addition, combing should be done from bottom to top with gentle hands to minimise hair loss and damage to strands. Further, using a microfiber towel to pat dry hair after a shower aids in reducing hair breakage.  (Image source: Canva)

5. Regular Trimming: By taking regular trims, you can easily get rid of split ends while boosting the growth of your hair in the process. Trimming also makes hair more manageable and easy to care for, reducing the chances of frizzy and static hair. Trimming also makes styling easier and helps improve the texture and appearance of hair.  (Image source: Canva)

6. Stay Hydrated: Hydration is the key to locking shine and lustre in your hair. You can use a moisturising shampoo and conditioner to provide excellent conditioning to your hair externally. For hydration from inside, make sure to drink at least 2–3 litres of water daily. Further, moderating the consumption of aerated beverages as well as tea and coffee will also keep the scalp from drying in the rainy season. (Image source: Canva)

7. Hair Masks: Hair masks are another wonderful way to keep strands healthy and well-nourished. Especially masks made of tea tree oil and onion extracts go deeply into the scalp and nourish the hairs from within. While tea tree oil is an excellent remedy for preventing deposits, onion is rich in sulphur, vitamins, and antioxidant properties. Together, these ingredients can work wonders to replenish the shine, lustre, and growth of hair.  (Image source: Canva)

Inputs by: Mr. Devji Hathiyani, Co-founder, Dr.Rashel (Image source: Canva)