Winter comes with its charm of chilly mornings, warm sunshine and the comfort of woolen clothes. Yet behind all the comforts of the season lies a quiet change that your hair and scalp feel almost immediately. As the air cools and the moisture evaporates, our scalp begins to lose moisture faster than we realize. For many, this season brings stubborn hair, increased wear and tear, layers appearing out of nowhere and a general loss of shine that no quick fix can completely revive.
Dr. Vaishali Gode, EVP – R&D, Product Development (Nutrition) & Packaging, Marico Ltd., and Hair Expert, Parachute Advanced, explains how hair oiling solves winter hair problems,
A large part of this seasonal change disrupts the scalp’s natural balance and barrier. Dry air draws moisture, indoor heating strips away hydration and winter wear like hoodies and woolly hats create constant friction that increases dryness. Gradually, the scalp can feel uncomfortable and itchy, and the hair growing from it gets less nutrition, causing the hair to become weaker and more brittle.
Add Zee News as favorite source
Additionally, the hair fibers also feel the weight of the weather. Without consistent nutrition and exposure to harsh weather, they become more porous, causing their natural proteins to be destroyed. What starts out as a subtle change soon turns out to be hair that feels looser, looking dull and the unmistakable tiredness of winter that even heat styling can’t quite hide. The reassuring part? Your hair doesn’t need a lot of renewal. All it takes is a ritual that returns nourishment to the hair.
In particular, a regular coconut-based hair oil routine is really applicable in winters, when your hair starts feeling dry and unbalanced. Its medium-chain fatty acids work together with your hair’s natural lipids to replenish lost moisture and keep dryness-induced flaking under control. Its molecular structure allows it to sink 10 times deeper into the hair shaft and help reduce protein loss and strengthen your hair from within. Its anti-inflammatory properties are known to soothe scalp irritations. You know those days when your hair won’t listen to you? A little coconut-based hair oil helps smooth things out, reduce frizz, keep tangles at bay, and overall get softer, more manageable hair that actually behaves.
Try to create a winter hair oiling routine that is simple and quick. Start by gently warming the coconut-based hair oil between your palms to help it spread more easily. Next, massage your scalp in slow, circular motions for a few minutes and apply the remainder to your hair to provide better nourishment and relax your mind. Leave the oil on for at least 30 minutes so it can deeply condition both the scalp and hair. Repeating this routine twice a week helps your hair build a strong base, allowing it to remain flexible despite the changing demands of the weather.