The summer heat is searing and excruciating. After encountering these tiring months the rainy season finally brings some respite. Everything around us looks fresh and it is rejuvenating for us, too. However, monsoons are the worst season for your hair and scalp.
Wondering why? The excessive moisture in the environment during the rainy season makes the hair and scalp quite brittle and frizzy. This may often lead to hair fall — which is again one of the most common problems during the rainy season, along with dull hair and dandruff.
Another major hair issue is that the pollutants in rainwater weaken the hair roots and cause hair fall. Neglecting this seasonal change can lead to severe problems for your hair. Taking care of your hair becomes much more difficult during the rainy season. But with a little extra care, you can enjoy this season to the fullest without worrying about your hair.
Here are some simple home remedies to nourish your hair side by side to prevent hair fall:
Wash your hair often
You can’t completely avoid getting your hair wet in the rains, but you can easily undo the damage done by washing your hair immediately after getting home and drying it the natural way. Washing will remove the trace of bacteria and pollutants from the hair and prevent hair loss. Make it a point to wash your hair thrice a week with a mild shampoo.
Limit your Shampooing and increase your conditioning
Switch to a gentle moisturizing and cleansing shampoo during the monsoons. This will help to reduce the breakage and prevent the scalp from becoming dry. Choosing the right shampoo and conditioner according to your hair type will help prevent problems like frizzy hair and dandruff. A conditioner will give an added boost of moisture and nourishment to the hair strands, prevent breakage & tangled locks, and make your hair silky and smooth.
Warm oil massage
It is necessary to oil and moisturizes the hair in the rainy season. Hair may feel greasy or sticky but make sure to opt for a hot oil massage at least 20 minutes before washing your hair. Use a few drops of coconut oil or essential oils like lavender, sandalwood, rose, etc, to deeply nourish your hair.
Dry your hair immediately
It’s important to dry the hair properly and immediately. Excess moisture during monsoons can make it even more conducive for bacteria, fungus, and even lice to grow. Also, remember not to brush your hair when it is wet as water makes the hair follicles weak.
Eat and drink wisely
Drinking plenty of water, eating fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, and protein is essential for good hair health. Include eggs, spinach, fatty fish, sweet potatoes, beans, yogurt, soybeans, etc in your diet.
With some daily practices mentioned above, here are some amazing and effective hair mask home remedies that you can carry out once a week to get that strong and smooth nourished hair during this monsoon. Check them out, now!
Home remedies
Onion juice mask
Blend onion to extract its juice and apply it to your scalp with a cotton swab
Leave it on for 30–50 minutes and then wash your hair with water
Use this remedy twice a week
Hibiscus hair mask
Grind hibiscus leaves and flowers to make a fine paste
Add in some curd and mix well to get a smooth consistency
Apply the mixture to your scalp and hair and let it sit for an hour
Shampoo your hair with lukewarm water
Use the remedy once or twice a week
Aloe vera mask
Apply aloe vera pulp directly to your scalp
Let it sit for an hour or two
Wash it off with lukewarm water
Honey mask
Mix olive oil with honey and cinnamon powder
Apply the mixture on the scalp and leave for forty minutes.
Rinse with warm water, shampoo and condition normally
So, what are you waiting for? Follow these essential steps to get that nourished and voluminous hair this monsoon season. Get monsoon ready, today!
