Brittle hair: what are the causes and how to cure them

In the cold season, the curls of many girls begin to "hurt". Fade, break, split, fall out. Is it just the weather or is it a signal from the body? Read this article and find out everything.

The reason for brittle hair

Beautiful hair is just as important for the look of an attractive woman as a well-groomed face and the right clothes. Unfortunately, brittle hair is the most common female problem. Why is this happening?

Causes of brittle hair:

• lack of iron in the body;
• oxygen starvation of skin cells, as a result - lack of nutrition for hair;
• disturbance in the digestive tract, deterioration of the absorption of substances;
• hormonal disbalance;
• diseases of internal organs - kidneys, lungs, etc.;
• the presence of parasites in the body;
• long exposure to the sun without protective equipment;
• infectious and inflammatory processes, especially in the oral cavity;
• improper care is the main reason;
• abuse of electric stylers or chemicals - curling, staining;
• regular stress;
• avitaminosis;
• poor conditions - hard water, dry air;
• severe mental or physical fatigue.

Of course, brittle hair is not a problem that you can turn a blind eye to. Brittle hair takes on an unkempt look, different hair lengths spoil the look of the haircut. This problem must be eliminated.

How to treat brittle hair:

• Revise your grooming routine based on your hair type and needs. For example, oily roots and dry ends require special care; shampoo is not suitable here only for oily hair or only for dry hair.
• Take a course of vitamins. It is good if these are special dietary supplements for hair and nails - special dragee Merz, Calcium Complivit and others.
• Adjust your diet, start eating right. Eat more foods like apples, flaxseed oil, nuts, quality meat and fresh vegetables.
• Get a medical examination to identify hidden ailments. This measure will not hurt anyone.
• Cure existing diseases.
• Drink plenty of clean water.
• Don't neglect hats.
• Give your hair a break from irons and curls.
• Give up bad habits - they make it difficult for the absorption of nutrients.
• Find the right cosmetics or go to traditional medicine.
• Get a wooden comb and massage your scalp every day. This will improve the blood flow to the scalp and thus the nutrition of the hair.
• Pay attention - you cannot do with cosmetics alone in this matter. The most effective use of the complex of all the above measures.

Masks for brittle hair

The following substances are considered the best helpers in the treatment of brittle hair:

• oil solution of vitamins A and E;
• honey;
• aloe juice;
• sour cream;
• egg;
• banana;
• avocado;
• dairy products;
• mayonnaise, homemade is better;
• raw yeast;
• clay.

It is worth giving preference to cosmetics, which include the above products... And if there is a desire and opportunity to prepare a product for hair treatment at home, then pay attention to the list of the best masks for dry and brittle hair that you can prepare at home.

The best masks for dry and brittle hair:

• Nutritious. Combine 3 tbsp. olive oil with 5 drops of an oil solution of vitamins A and E (Aevit). The oil should be warm, but not hot. Apply the mixture to the entire length of the hair, wrap it in plastic and warm with a towel. After 60-90 minutes, wash off as usual.
• Take 1 yolk, mix it with 2 tablespoons. sweet almond oil and a couple of drops of vitamin A. Vitamin can be replaced by 1 tsp. cognac - hair will shine better and become stronger. Mix all ingredients and apply on the head. Massage the mask over the entire length of the hair, wrap it up and leave for 40-60 minutes.
• SOS recovery. Combine the following foods into a homogeneous mixture. A tablespoon of aloe juice, burdock and castor oil, 1 tsp each. cognac and lemon juice. Apply to hair an hour before shampooing.
• For short hair, mix 1 yolk with 1 tsp. tincture of ginseng and heavy cream. Longer lengths will require more food. Keep the mask for 2-2.5 hours.
• Country fat milk and 1 tbsp. natural honey. Well nourishes and softens hair. Apply to full length and rinse off after 1-1.5 hours.

Depending on the degree of damage to the curls, the course of treatment can last up to 6 months. It is recommended to first choose a mask, the effect of which will suit more than others. And apply it 2-3 times a week.

Shampoo for brittle hair

First of all, it should be noted that conventional shampoos will not be able to resolve the situation of hair breakage. It is recommended to purchase a specialized restorative agent, which should include:

• wheat germ;
• vitamin B;
• lecithin;
• mint;
• hop;
• chamomile.

As a last resort, you can purchase ampoules of liquid vitamin B at the pharmacy and add them to the shampoo, which must be selected in compliance with all the nuances.

It is recommended to use cosmetics for dry and brittle hair, which do not require rinsing. Such funds form a protective film on the curls, which prevents them from drying out even more. And the active substances that make up the product fill the voids in the hair and strengthen their structure.

Remember - you should never comb your hair that has just been washed. It is necessary to let them dry a little, preferably in a natural way. If you still need to use a hair dryer, try to turn on the cold air mode or keep the hair dryer at a distance.

Discard styling and coloring agents during treatment. Otherwise, the course may be very delayed or not bring any result at all. Waste time and money.

It is also worth giving your hair a break from elastic bands and tight hairstyles. Always, regardless of the condition of the hair, it is necessary to loosen the curls at night. Wearing hair accessories for long periods of time makes it difficult for blood to flow in the scalp.

Oil for brittle hair

Olive and almond oils are considered the best for restoring brittle and dry hair. Therefore, traditional medicines prepared on their basis will be much more useful.

List of base oils for hair restoration:

1. Coconut.
2. Wheat sprouts.
3. Castor.
4. Burdock.
5. Linseed, in general, the oil of female beauty. Recommended for eating.
6. Sunflower seed. It nourishes hair well in the cold season.
7. Jojoba- perfectly nourishes curls.
8. Sea buckthorn, recovery oil.

It is good to supplement base oils with light esters. This will add a pleasant aroma and fill the care with additional vitamins. Do not add more than 10 drops of ether to one mask, regardless of hair length.

Remember to warm up the oil slightly before use. This will ensure better absorption of beneficial trace elements. The easiest way to treat hair using oil is to apply a small amount of ether to the comb and simply comb through. But in a situation with damaged hair, this will not be enough.

Please note that you can only get a good effect from high-quality oil, which a priori cannot be very cheap.