Whether it is sunbathing on the beach during vacation or keeping up with our busy work schedule which requires being outdoors, the heat during summer can be quite damaging for our hair and scalp. The hot temperature in the summer season, with or without humidity causes our hair to suffer right away as well as in the long run.
There is sweating in summer and when accompanied by humidity the sweat evaporates less thus creating a perfect environment for the growth of various bacteria or fungus which leads to dandruff or itchy scalp. This could also lead to entrapment of dust, dirt, pollutants and sebum which causes discomfort and can also cause a condition known as folliculitis which is inflammation of hair follicles and is characterized by painful/itchy small red or white bump-like rashes on the scalp.
Follow These 8 Hair Care Tips in Summer and Be Ready to Flaunt Your Mane
1. Cleansing Your Hair
Cleanse your hair and scalp as often as every day or at least every alternate day to get rid of the build-up over the scalp. When using a hair cleanser on an everyday basis, make sure it is natural, sulfate-free, gentle yet effective just like the moha: sulfate-free herbal shampoo.
2. Ditch the Oil and Wash Routine
Generally, we apply oil to the scalp a night before we wash our hair. What we are effectively doing is rubbing in the dirt and pollutants present on the scalp along with oil. The grime acts as a barrier thus not allowing oil to get absorbed. Also, this gives bacteria and fungus better conditions to survive when we apply oil on a dirty scalp. So ditch the oil-wash schedule and follow the wash-oil-wash schedule. So cleanse your scalp first to get rid of dust, pollutants, etc. and then apply herbal hair oil or any product that needs to nourish the roots. This should be followed by washing again if required.
3. Using the Right Products for Scalp Care
As discussed already, bacterial and fungal growth on the scalp is rampant in summer and the above-mentioned cleansing routines are half battle won, the other half can be won by the right products such as the right anti-dandruff hair oil and anti-dandruff shampoo. moha: anti-dandruff hair oil is a blend of Ayurvedic oils like neem, tea tree, hibiscus, etc. which effectively removes dandruff and reduces scalp itching or flaking. Also moha: an anti-dandruff shampoo aids in removing dandruff with tea tree and neem oil along with hibiscus to nourish the scalp.
This combination works best to soothe dry flaky scalp as well as prevents the recurrence of dandruff when used regularly.
4. Diet
Intake of watermelon and cucumber serve as sources of hydration for the body as well as hair, while foods like lentils, berries, oranges, etc. are enriched with antioxidants and proteins that protect the hair follicle from damage. A diet rich in antioxidants
5. Cover your Hair
Covering hair with a scarf could keep away from unhealthy exposure to pollution, dust and harsh UV rays. Applying moha: Hair Serum not only hydrates each strand but also protects from environmental damage.
6. Hair Mask
Nourishing natural masks help protect and nourish hair and scalp Blend together a banana, 1 tbsp Aloe vera gel, 10-12 fresh curry leaves and 2 tsp coconut oil. Apply this paste to the entire hair/scalp and leave it on for 30-40 minutes. Then wash with mild Herbal Shampoo.
7. Hair Scrub
Although not a very usual concept, a scrub can be effective in reducing flakiness, removing grime, increasing blood flow and nourishing the scalp. Take 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp powdered sugar and 2 tsp aloe vera gel. Blend well and apply herbal scrub on the scalp while gently scrubbing it. Then wash with a gentle shampoo like moha: Herbal Shampoo.
8. Special Care
Avoid heat styling your hair, however, if unavoidable apply a blend of aloe vera gel and moha; hair serum before exposing hair to heat. Spraying cucumber-infused water, rosewater or vetiver-infused water (better if chilled) on the entire length of hair especially when traveling, or when indoors in the afternoon helps hair retain hydration
Hope these tips get you and your hair summer-ready since hair is like a crown that you never take off.