Tips & Tricks - Essential care for your hair and skin in the winter

• January 09 2024
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Winter means short days, cold, rain, wind and snow. For your hair, this translates to dry, static, lifeless, frizzy, and unmanageable strands. Your hair goes every which way and sticks to your face. Your curls fall flat and the frizz increases. Winter hair. Luckily, our Team has some Perfecte tips and tricks to help you through these dark winter days. With these tips and tricks, your hair will be back to normal in no time! 

This blog will help you make your hair winterproof and protect it from damage caused by external factors. Even though the days are dark: be your own Sunshine! Give your precious locks a helping hand. 

Here are… handy tips to get you through the winter! 

 

Can I go outside with wet hair in winter?  

We advise against going outside with wet hair. Especially not if it’s freezing! The frost causes water molecules in your hair to expand. This makes your hair swell, which can lead to breakage. Frozen hair can cause long-term damage. Protect your scalp and hair, for example, with a warm hat. Make sure your hair is fully dry before going outside. Use a nourishing hair oil or serum that keeps your hair flexible and shields it from the elements. We've listed some protective products for you: 

1. BioSilk Silk Therapy Original Treatment 

2. Maria Nila True Soft Argan Oil (100% Vegan and cruelty free!)

3. CHI Silk InFusion 

4. CHI Keratin Silk InFusion 

5. Wella SP Luxe Oil Elixer

Now onto the next tip! 

 

How often should I wash my hair in winter? 

Due to the winter climate, the air is generally drier. This causes your hair to dry out faster. Washing your hair, especially with hot water, also makes it drier. That’s why we recommend adjusting your hair wash routine slightly. Wash your hair two to three times a week to prevent dryness. Want to wash more often? Use dry shampoo instead. This freshens up your hair and absorbs excess oil! 

The following dry shampoos can help you delay a wash: 

1. TIGI Oh Bee Hive! 

2. Maria Nila Dry Shampoo 

3. Schwarzkopf Refresh Dust

4. Wella EIMI Dry Me Dry Shampoo 

5. Fudge Dry Shampoo 

6. CHI Luxury Dry Shampoo 

 

Which shampoo is best for winter?  

Not a fan of dry shampoo and want to wash your hair as usual? Then choose a shampoo that Perfect suits your hair type. Don’t forget to use conditioner to close the hair cuticles and add extra care. 

We recommend using a shampoo and conditioner that deeply hydrate, protect and nourish your hair. Opt for a shampoo that focuses especially on restoring your hair’s moisture balance. 

Here are some hydrating shampoos: 

1. Maria Nila Head & Hair Heal Shampoo 

2. L’Oreal Serie Expert Absolut Repair Lipidium Shampoo 

3. Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector 

4. Schwarzkopf Bonacure Fibre Force Shampoo

5. Wella Nutri Enrich Deep Nourishing Shampoo

6. L’Oreal Serie Expert SenSi Balance Shampoo

7. Fudge Clean Blonde Damage Rewind Shampoo

Each shampoo pairs perfectly with a matching conditioner for optimal care! 

 

How do I protect my hair in winter?

Lifeless. Static. Flat. Greasy. These are the key words for hair in winter. You long more and more for the beautiful summer and a radiant head of shiny hair. Don’t worry, you can achieve that result in winter too. It’s all about some extra care. What really helps combat lifeless hair is a miracle product — a good treatment. Think hair mask or nourishing leave-in. The best is to go for a full treatment. Especially for those with long hair. You often experience dry, lifeless, static hair. Plus, ends split faster. No one wants that.  

Favourite hair treatments: 

1. Nanoil Keratin Hair Mask

2. Wella Fusion Intense Repair Mask

3. Maria Nila Structure Repair Mask 

4. Schwarzkopf Bonacure Moisture Kick Treatment

5. Fanola Nutri Care Mask

6. Indola Repair Keratin Filler

7. CHI Luxury Black Seed Oil Revitalizing Masque

8. L'Oreal Metal Detox Mask

Does winter weather make my hair lifeless?

Besides proper care and hydration, the right styling products make a difference. A good Texture spray or volumising powder to prevent flat hair, and a strong settingSpray to keep your style all day. Here are some powerful styling products for you: 

1. Fudge Skyscraper Extra 

2. Maria Nila Style & Finish VolumeSpray

3. Wella EIMI Dynamic Fix 

4. REF Dry Shampoo

5. Schwarzkopf OSiS+ Freeze Strong Hold HairSpray

6. Indola Innova Finish Strong Lacquer Hair Spray 

7. REF Extreme Hold Spray nº525
   

8. Four Reasons Volume Powder

Static hair troubles?

Spray a little hairspray on your brush and distribute it by combing through your hair. You can also buy a brush with boar bristles — this reduces static. Clothes like wool, nylon or synthetic fabrics also cause static hair. 

 

Do heat and cold have extra effects on my hair? 

Temperature changes affect your hair. Your hair gets hit each time by extreme hot or cold dry air. That’s why it’s important to protect your hair well during and after blow drying, straightening or curling. Before you start, apply a hair serum. As a finishing touch, choose a finishing serum or hair oil. There are also special Sprays developed, perfect for prepping your hair. We’ve gathered a small collection to help your hair tackle temperature changes. 

Heat protection Sprays: 

1. Indola Innova Setting Thermal Protector Spray 

2. Maria Nila Style & Finish Quick Dry Heat Spray

3. Fudge Tri Blo Violet Spray 

These Sprays are styling products that keep your hair’s healthy shine and volume despite using a blow dryer, straightener or curler. To finish the whole process — the aftercare, protection and maintaining your gorgeous locks — we have hair products to help you. 

1. BioSilk Silk Therapy Original

2. Indola Innova Finish Smooth Serum

3. Fanola Nutri Care Crystal Fluid Serum

 

How do I protect my skin from the cold? 

Winter weather can be challenging for your skin, with cold temperatures, dry air, and harsh wind that draws moisture away. Here are some tips to protect your skin against the winter climate

 

Hydrate your skin 

The secret to a healthy winter skin and shiny hair starts with hydration. Cold outdoor air and heated indoor air both cause dryness. Choose moisturisers rich in hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerine. Use a moisturiser to protect your skin from the cold.

 

Protect your skin from the sun

Even in winter, it’s important to protect your skin from the sun. Use SPF. 

 

Regular exfoliation 

Dead skin cells can build up, especially in winter, making your skin look dull. Regular exfoliation helps prevent this and promotes a healthy, glowing complexion. Use a gentle scrub for your face and body.

 

Dress warmly

Humidity is much lower in winter, causing your skin to become dry. You’ll notice your skin feels dry and tight. Wear warm clothes to cover and protect your skin.

 

Vitamins

Beauty starts from within, also for winter care of your hair and skin. Make sure you get enough nutrients like vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants to nourish your skin from inside. These help support healthy hair and contribute to radiant skin. 

1. yummygums Vegan Omega-3 Gummies

2. Oase Skin Vitamins

3. Isza Beau Hair Vitamins Wild Berry

 

If you’re still unsure after reading the above, you can always contact our Team without obligation at info@haarspullen.nl. We’ll gladly assist you! Prefer to call? That’s fine! Our Team is available on weekdays from 9.00 to 17.00 :-)