A very common hair concern is dry hair. Dry hair lacks moisture retention. In consequence, dry hair is often more fragile and susceptible to breakage and damage. People with dry hair may also experience frizz and split ends.
Certain hair types are more prone to being dry than others. Oils that are produced by oil glands in the hair follicles in the scalp make their way down the hair shaft. For people with straight hair (Type 1 hair), it is easy for the oils to make their way down the straight hair shaft. The more curly or coily the hair is, the more difficult it is for the hair to travel down the hair shaft and provide the lubrication. As such, people with Type 3 (curly) or Type 4 (coily) hair, tend to have concerns about dryness.
People with oily hair often need to shampoo their hair daily because the hair will accumulate oils and have a greasy appearance very quickly. On the other hand, people with dry hair often need to wash their hair less frequently so that the natural oils are not regularly stripped from the hair and scalp. Of note, there is also a third category called “normal hair”. You may have seen this descriptor on certain hair care products that will indicate if they are for “normal to oily hair” or “normal to dry hair”. Normal hair is not dry, but also not overly greasy. It is generally shiny with minimal frizz or split ends. Blotting your hair on a piece of paper can help you determine the level of oiliness [1].
Hair dryness can also be the result of hair treatments, including the use of chemicals, hair dyes, and certain methods of styling, as well as environmental conditions. Winter is a particularly difficult time of year for hair dryness.
If you are someone with dry hair and are interested in making changes, HairDays can be a tool for you to utilize. The app provides a means by which you can log and journal about your hair journey as you make interventions to improve your hair dryness. Of course, the app can be used for all other hair concerns, as well. You can also take photos of your hair and save them in the app so you can have a visual representation of your progress and a basis for comparison. The app also offers educational content in the form of short insights. For example, with regard to hair dryness, there are insights that can provide additional information about this condition and ways to address it. Additionally, various hair experts and their work are highlighted on the platform, including dermatologists and trichologists.
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Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to be used for diagnosis, prognosis, or treatment purposes. This is not medical advice. Please see your physician or care provider with any questions or concerns.
Sources
[1] S. Kalra. (2020, May 1). Oily hair, dry hair, or normal hair. The different hair types and how to tell which is yours. [Online]. Available: https://www.pinkvilla.com/fashion/beauty/oily-hair-dry-hair-or-normal-hair-different-hair-types-and-how-tell-which-yours-528869
