Treatment And Causes Of Dry Hair: What are the causes and home remedies for dry hair?



Hair forms an important part of the appearance of an individual. The style of the hair worn on the head often defines the physical attractiveness of an individual. In order for hair to look good, it must appear healthy. Generally speaking, thick, smooth hair is considered to be healthy. Thin and dry hair looks worse and gives the appearance of ill health. Thick, smooth hair is also easier to take care of. The hair tends not to fall as much and it is also easier to style and maintain. Thin, dry hair appears lifeless and dull. Thin, dry hair is also difficult to keep in shape.

Since hair grows out of the body, the health of the body is extremely important. A healthy body will naturally produce hair that is healthy and tough. When the individual is undernourished, the chances of good hair developing are reduced. Hair will appear dry and weak in individuals who do not have the right type of nutrition in their system. Over the years, studies have linked a good diet with good hair quality. There is, of course, a genetic link to the argument as well. Parents with good hair tend to have children with the same high quality hair as well. Such individuals will have less trouble with dry hair than others.

When one considers treatment for dry hair, it is important to know what causes the problem in the first place. In a lot of cases, dry hair home remedies are simply related to the avoidance of triggers that might cause dry hair in the first place. It is known that exposure to dirt, dust and various chemicals can cause dry hair. One common cause is the exposure to chlorine. Swimming pools have chlorinated water which tends to affect hair if it is not washed off after the swim. It is also known that dry hair may be caused by an excessive exposure to heat. Excessive exposure to the sun or excessive use of hair dryers can make the hair dry.

There are several dry hair home remedies and dry hair treatments that can be applied to individuals who suffer from the problem. If one assumes that the diet is healthy and normal, one can focus on other possible dry hair home remedies. It is important that hair is properly washed when it is dirty and has been exposed to dust, dirt, heat and any chemicals. Chlorine exposure occurs in swimming pools whereas dust and dirt are easily picked up during the day time. This is why hair must be washed thoroughly and on a regular basis. The use of a shampoo with natural ingredients is recommended as this will not have the same abrasive effect that a chemical filled shampoo would. The use of a conditioner after washing is recommended for dry hair as also for damaged hair.

There are many dry hair solutions that are linked with the use of hair oil. Dry hair home remedies with hair oil have been used for centuries in various different cultures across the world. The use of oil ensures that the hair receives nourishment. Oil also forms a protective layer against outside dirt and environmental conditions. The use of oil is a particularly popular dry hair remedy as it tends to avoid exposure of the hair to extreme low humidity conditions.

By following these dry damaged hair solutions, one can reduce the chances of hair fall and hair breakage due to dryness and poor health. One should note that dry hair does not sort itself out immediately. This type of hair takes time to be repaired. In many cases, the hair will not be completely repaired until it has completely grown out.

answered by A S

  • Moisten the hair with coconut or olive hair oil. Put it deep inside the roots of the hair in the scalp. Remember do this oiling every alternate day not daily.
  • Take a homeopathic shampoo having Arnica Montana, Calendula and Jaborandi. Apply 2 times a week while bathing.
  • Take a homeopathic remedy called Sulphur 30, 5 pills once every 3rd night for 21 days.
  • Then stop all medicines and practice Sirshaasan in yoga. That is head down and legs up or half of it that is sarvaangasan leg raised up from the lying down posture at right angles to the neck that is lift up as much as possible while head being rested on ground and legs go above upwards at right angles to the head. Stay in this position for 2-5 minutes. Do this once in the early morning on empty stomach.

answered by D M K


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