We have all experienced a bad hair day! Sun, heat, and humidity, not to mention chlorine and salt water — challenge all hair types, from curly to wavy to straight, leaving some of us with unmanageable, dry and even damaged hair. While all of these are reasons enough to lead to a bad hair day and cause long-term damage, a little pre-emptive care is all your hair needs to stay lush and beautiful!

Tip #1: Detox
Hair care starts with YOU. Maintain a well-balanced diet in your daily routine. For example, a high intake of dietary fat can increase oil on the skin which can lead to greasy hair, so it’s best to avoid it.  Include as many fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet as you can to maintain those lustrous locks.

Tip #2: Use a shower filter
Using a shower filter helps remove any impurities in water which can directly damage the hair follicle.

Tip #3: Minimize Stress or de-stress
Stress is a key factor that aids in hair loss. Whether or not hair loss is genetic, stress can work as a trigger to speed up the hair loss process.

Tip #4: Good Hygiene
By maintaining your hygiene, your body is more prone to absorb Vitamin D levels and promote healthy hair growth. This can be done through having a healthy diet, exercise and shower regularly.

Tip #5  Opt for a wash every other day
Don’t wash your hair as frequent during the harsh summer days. Opt for a wash with only your conditioner, rather than shampoo.

Tip #6 Drink enough fluids
 While you may be doing all of the above to protect your hair from the sun, if you’re not drinking enough water, you’re not going to achieve anything. Your hair, and your skin, will benefit immensely from the amount of water you drink so, keeping your hair healthy and leaving you hydrated.

Tip #7 Brush your hair
Brush your hair regularly. This will minimize tangles and prevent breakage (which can lead to split ends) that can occur when you brush your hair post-shower and can have a great effect on your hair volume in the long run.

Tip #8 Minimize use of hair products
Minimize the use of hair products, such as gels, hairspray or any other product that may have high sulfates. These products directly cause dryness to the hair and make it weak.

Tip #9 Take precautions
Be aware of any balding or thinning areas on your scalp. This can happen as early as your 20s, so if you’re noticing this make an appointment and DHI can provide you with a solution.

Tip #10 Do your research
If you are looking into hair restoration, know it’s a lifetime investment. Do your research and consult your doctors at DHI before making a decision.

Following these tips are essential in maintaining healthy hair this summer. Over time, by implementing these steps into your daily routine, your hair can become healthy and stronger. However, sometimes hair damage is inevitable and can’t be predicted and the best remedy for this situation would be to seek proper medical advice from one of our experts at the clinic.
AttributeD by Dr.Dimitrios Ziakas, M.D., DHI clinic UAE