Monsoon Hair SOS: Tame The Itch With These Awesome Tips
Monsoon is here, and you know what that means – skin and scalp issues galore! The weather is all chill and breezy, but it’s also extremely humid, giving a free pass to the pesky fungal bacteria. Say hello to dandruff, dull hair, and the dreaded itchy scalp. Ugh, can’t we catch a break?
But fear not, your regular hair care routine may need a bit of a makeover to handle the monsoon madness. Here are some easy steps to tweak your hair care game for the monsoon.
Scrub-a-dub-dub!
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Keep that scalp squeaky clean! Rainwater is not your friend; it’s dirty and acidic, which messes with your scalp’s pH balance. So, get yourself a mild shampoo to wash away the grime. Look for one with zinc pyrithione – it’s your secret weapon against dry flakes and bacteria.
Show your locks some love
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Give your hair a little TLC with a non-sticky oil massage. Hydration is the key! Boost that blood circulation and let your hair follicles thrive. Go for oils with tea tree or peppermint – their anti-fungal properties make sure your scalp is happy and infection-free!
Dry it like a boss!
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After a shower in the rain, make sure you dry those locks thoroughly. Excess moisture is like a party invite for bacteria and lice. Avoid tying wet hair as it leads to breakage and frizz.
Say no to sticky gels
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Styling products, begone! They’ll only pile up on your scalp and hair with all that humidity around. Instead, try some light leave-in conditioners to nourish your hair. If you’re thinking of a snazzy haircut, now’s the time! Short hair, don’t care!
Keep it cool
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Put those flat irons and blow dryers in hibernation mode – they’ll mess with your scalp even more! Let your hair air dry, and if you want some extra oomph, a good hair serum on damp hair does the trick. Want super cute curls? Twist small sections of hair into a fabric headband and wake up to beautiful curls!
Eat like a champ
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Here’s the secret sauce to hair happiness – a balanced diet! Chug that water and consume foods rich in zinc, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins A and E.
