How do I care for my dry, brittle hair

Written By The HealthMeth Team - Updated On Sunday, February 13, 2022 6:00 PM

Take care of damaged hair

Hair needs a lot of care and attention in addition to proper nutrition for the body, as hair derives its attractiveness and vitality from food, but women may suffer from some hair problems such as damage, brittleness, dryness, and hair loss, and these things result from wrong habits that women follow in order to take care of their hair, but Give the opposite effect, or it occurs due to the woman's exposure to a psychological condition.


Wrong habits cause hair damage

  • Not to cut the hair or the ends of the hair regularly, as the ends of the hair rupture, and damage to the rest of the hair.
  • Bathing in hot water, as it works to remove the natural oils in the hair, which causes damage, split and dryness.
  • Use a hair dryer frequently, and not use moisturizing creams.
  • Constant itching of the head due to dandruff, or due to the presence of an infection on the scalp.
  • Use a shampoo that is not suitable for the nature of the hair.
  • Eat unhealthy food that does not contain vitamins that support hair growth.
  • Harmful dyes and chemicals.


Take care of dry and brittle hair

  • Drink appropriate quantities of water, as it is advised to drink at least eight glasses of water a day, because water gives hair moisture and gives it vitality.
  • Using natural oils that moisturize the hair, add freshness, and provide the hair with the vitamins and minerals it needs, such as sweet almond oil and coconut oil, as these oils contain a high percentage of moisturizing substances that protect the hair, prevent it from drying out, and isolate heat from it. .
  • It is preferable to cut the ends of the hair regularly to get rid of the damaged ends and to maintain a healthy scalp.
  • Combing the hair with a soft brush and gently so that the scalp does not swell, and the hair is damaged at the root, as it is preferable to use a wooden brush, because iron or plastic can interact with the static electricity in the hair, which causes hair damage.
  • Do not comb the hair while it is wet, rather it must be left to dry.
  • Not washing hair daily.
  • Eat vegetables and fruits, and milk and its derivatives, because they provide the hair with vitamins.


Recipes for dry and brittle hair

  • Use one of the following oils: sweet almond oil, coconut oil, olive oil, or flaxseed oil, heat it slightly, then rub the scalp with it, and leave it for a period of seven to eight hours.
  • Mix three eggs with two tablespoons of olive oil and a spoonful of honey, then rub the hair with the scalp, preferably leaving it for half an hour, because eggs contain protein and lecithin, which are important in strengthening and repairing hair cells.
  • Rub the hair with half a cup of honey and wrap a towel over it, and leave it for half an hour, as honey adds vitality to the hair.