Did you know that cooler temperatures can play a factor in whether your gray hair has enough moisture? In general, gray hair often has a coarse texture, so it’s important to use conditioning products to help replenish moisture loss and withstand cool, dry temperatures. There may be a reason for the season, but there’s no excuse for gray hair to lack luster and vibrancy. Conditioning gray hair is crucial to rehydrate from roots to ends, ensuring maximum hydration. You can find a variety of conditioners that will help you replenish your gray strands, according to your needs.
Daily Conditioner: A daily conditioner is designed for daily maintenance and manageability when used in conjunction with a cleanser. It works by conditioning the cuticle, making it lie smooth, enhance shine, and reduce frizz. Cream rinses or finishing rinses are other commonly known names for this product, each formulated to be safe and gentle enough for daily use. Look for options that provide UV protectant since gray hair is prone to thermal damage.
Leave-In Conditioner: A leave-in conditioner moisturizes when applied to gray hair but is designed to not be rinsed away. Typically, leave-in products are lightweight and used on clean hair after shampooing but before styling. Some formulas are for wet hair application while some are for dry. The purpose is to further hydrate and condition while improving the condition and appearance of gray hair.
Conditioning Spray: A light conditioning spray can be used daily. Designed to evenly distribute moisturizing and reparative properties throughout your strands without weighing hair down, it also leaves your hands out of the process. It helps condition, detangle, and smooth gray hair while helping eliminate frizz, static, and flyaways.
Deep Conditioning Masque: Using hotter water for longer in the shower is one way to warm up, but it can lead to dry, brittle hair and split ends. It’s important to use a deep conditioning masque 1-2 times weekly to help repair damage. Designed to give back to one’s crown and glory by hydrating and nourishing gray hair that has taken a seasonal beating, these luxurious treatments are formulated for all hair types. Hair is left extra soft and silky without being weighed down.