Why is your hair dry - 5 hidden causes and how to fix them

Why Is Your Hair Always Dry? 5 Hidden Causes and How to Fix Them

Is your hair looking dull, lifeless, and just not vibing the way it should? We get it - there’s nothing more frustrating than hair that feels dry and dull instead of soft and radiant. But don’t worry, your best hair days aren’t gone for good! With the right care and a little extra love, you can bring back the shine, smoothness, and cloud-like softness you’ve been missing. 


First thing first, what might be causing your dry hair?… The answer might surprise you!


1: Overwashing 

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Washing your hair too often might seem like the secret to keeping it fresh and clean, but in reality, it could be the reason your hair feels dry and lifeless. Overwashing strips away the natural oils that keep hair soft, smooth, and hydrated, leaving it dull, rough, and craving moisture… like over-cleansed skin losing its glow. The secret? Wash smarter, not harder, to keep hair clean while maintaining its healthy shine!

 

2: Frequent Heat Styling

Blow dryers, curling irons, and straighteners may deliver the perfect style, but too much heat can leave your hair dry, brittle, and thirsty for moisture. High temperatures weaken the hair’s protective barrier, allowing hydration to escape and leaving hair looking dull instead of silky and smooth. 

 

3: Environmental Factors

Sun, wind, cold air, and pollution - your hair faces it all, and it shows. Harsh weather and environmental stressors strip away moisture, leaving hair dry, rough, and lacking its usual shine. Just like your skin needs protection, your hair does too!

 

4: Chemical Treatments

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Chemical treatments like bleaching, coloring, and perms can leave hair dry, brittle, and desperate for moisture. These processes break down the hair’s natural structure, making it harder to hold onto hydration. Blonde and platinum shades are the most prone to dryness since they require the most lifting, but vibrant reds and fashion colors also need extra care to stay soft and shiny. 

 

5: Lack of Nutrients

Healthy hair starts from within, and when your body lacks key nutrients, your hair feels it too. Without enough vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids, hair can become dry, brittle, and dull instead of soft and vibrant. Think of it like watering a plant - without the right nourishment, it struggles to thrive.

 

The good news? With the right hydration, care, and nourishing treatments, you can restore moisture and bring back your hair’s natural glow.

 

Step 1: Start with a Cleanse

Cleanse your hair with either Kérastase Nutritive Shampoo or Nutritive Rich Shampoo, depending on your hair type. For dry hair in need of hydration, go with Nutritive Shampoo to nourish and smooth. If your hair needs intense repair, Nutritive Rich Shampoo is the perfect choice to restore and replenish. Choose the one that best suits your hair’s needs for a fresh, healthy start!


Step 2: Condition the Hair 

For an extra boost of hydration, follow up with either the Kérastase Nutritive Conditioner or Nutritive Mask. The Conditioner is perfect for daily moisture, leaving your hair soft and manageable. For a more intensive treatment, the Nutritive Mask deeply nourishes and restores, giving you silky, revitalized hair with added shine. Choose the one that fits your hair’s needs for the ultimate hydration and care!


Step 3: Protect

Nourish and protect your hair with Kérastase Nutritive Split Ends Serum. This lightweight serum helps prevent split ends, reduces breakage, and adds a glossy, smooth finish. It hydrates dry ends, improves manageability, and leaves your hair looking healthier and more vibrant with every use. Perfect for keeping your hair soft, shiny, and frizz-free!


Step 4: Continuous Hydration

The Kérastase Nutritive 8H Magic Night Serum is the perfect overnight treatment. This nourishing serum deeply hydrates and repairs while you sleep, leaving your hair soft, shiny, and revitalized by morning. Packed with powerful ingredients, it works to lock in moisture, reduce frizz, and restore your hair’s natural shine, giving you smooth, healthy hair with every use. Wake up to beautiful, hydrated hair - effortlessly!

 

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Shop the Kérastase Nutritive Range on Cloud 10 Beauty here!

 

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