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Dry hair can be caused by long exposure to the elements like sun, wind, and water. Using too many hair products and constant hair drying, perming, or straightening can damage your hair as well and make it dry and brittle. But do not worry because there is a solution for dry hair - vitamins.
Shine on
The reason your hair develops that healthy-looking shine is because of the presence of lipids, essentially globules of fat, in the cuticle, the scale-like outer covering of the hair strand, and the cortex, the core of the hair strand. The lipids act like cement. In the case of the cuticle, the lipids bind the scales together in a way that makes the hair pliable. In the cortex, the lipids act as glue to keep the hair cells intact and resilient. These lipids also allow the strands to retain moisture.
Revitalize your hair
One of the best ways to revitalize dry hair is to use vitamins. Vitamins E and B-complex have been proven to enhance both hair and skin. Many different vitamins are available in the market specifically for the treatment of dry hair but look products that have Vitamins A, C, and calcium.
Proper hair grooming is essential in treating dry hair. Get a good hair cut to get rid of split ends. Use shampoo and conditioner regularly. Daily is more than sufficient; twice or three times a week is fine. You can use olive oil to give fry hair a deep conditioning treatment. Just massage olive oil onto hair and scalp and cover with a plastic cap for 30 minutes. Dry hair is an indication of poor nutrition and mild dehydration so make sure to eat a balanced diet and drink plenty of water. You can also consider taking vitamin and mineral supplements.
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