Healthy Winter Hair

Tips for Healthy Winter Hair from Johnson Blythe Hair Salon in Hertford

Cold, wet winter weather can take its toll on your hair. To keep your hair healthy during the winter months, the expert hair stylists at Johnson Blythe hairdressing salon in Hertford, recommend keeping your hair and scalp hydrated, avoid over-styling your hair and have your hair trimmed regularly.

If you are after some expert advice on your hair, pop into our Hertford hair salon. One of our expert hair stylists will assess your hair and suggest the best hair care tips for you.  You can book your hair cut, colour or hair treatment at our Hertford hair salon online by clicking on the pop-up button on this page, or call us on 01992 568924.  Never been to Johnson Blythe salon before? Make the most of our new client offer, with prices starting from just £20.

Keep Hair Moisturized 

To keep your hair moisturized and healthy during winter, avoid using a hairdryer too often. Ideally, it is always good to let your hair dry naturally. If you are using a hairdryer, don’t over dry your hair as it will leave it frizzy and damaged. Try to set your hairdryer on the ‘cool’ mode as it is gentler, although it might be a little time-consuming.

a hair conditioner is a must, Apply a suitable conditioner each time you wash your hair, focusing only on the strands of hair, avoiding the scalp. This provides a shine to your hair and prevents it from breakage. Consistently hydrating hair ensures hair does not dry out and reduces the risk of hair breakage. Please to your Johnson Blythe hairstylist for further information on the best hair care products for your hair type.

Prevent Frizz

Throughout the day your hair tends to lose moisture, which can be caused by environmental factors such as dry air or pollution. 

Have a Brazillian blow dry treatment – A keratin or Brazillian blow dry hair treatment will eliminate up to 95% of frizz and curl so your hair will become silkier and more manageable. We can now transform frizzy, coarse and curly hair into smooth, shiny, soft hair for up to 60 days with the amazing L’Oréal Xtenso Moisturist Hair Smoothing treatment.

Prevent Flaky, Itchy Scalp During Winter

In extreme weather, be it winter or summer, it is essential to look after your scalp to prevent itchy scalp or irritation. Moisturise your hair once a week with a hot oil treatment to promote a healthy scalp and nourished hair. Some natural oils that work particularly well include coconut oil, avocado oil and almond oil.

Applying a natural oil to the scalp also ensures it is well hydrated with essential moisture and nutrients. 

Adopt a Healthy Diet

Healthy hair foods can help you achieve better, stronger, shinier and thicker hair from the inside out. By following a healthy, balanced eating plan, get hair that is lustrous shiny and resilient, and a mane you have always dreamed of. Eat the correct balance of nutrients and minerals to supply hair with all that it needs to remain shiny, lustrous and strong.

Proteins are known to enhance and strengthen hair strands – Greek yoghurt, eggs and cheese are great sources of protein. For healthy hair follicles, opt for foods rich in unsaturated fats such as salmon and avocado,  that are rich in omega3-fatty acid and protein.

Trim Hair to Beat Split Ends In Winter 

Trim your hair! It is essential to refresh your haircut regularly in order to get rid of split ends. Irrespective of how well you take care of your hair, you cannot entirely escape split ends. The constant brushing of hair on woollen hats in winter can also cause split ends. Aim to have a trim every six to eight weeks, as this will promote healthy hair and hair growth. To avoid split ends, come to our Hertford hair salon for your regular haircut.