THEIdentifying the right routine to adequately treat dry hair at the ends and greasy scalp is not easy, because so-called “mixed” hair needs targeted and timely care. Three experts suggest remedies.
Why is my hair dry at the ends and greasy on the scalp?
The hair is dry along the lengths and greasy near the roots suffers from two problems. The first concerns the scalp. «The roots can be greasy because the sebaceous glands they produce excess sebum, a fatty substance which is then transported along the shaft, making the portions of the stem near the hair bulb appear greasy”, he explains Armando PetracciFramesi Global Technical Director.
Also excessive water production it can make the roots appear oily. «This situation is created when the scalp suffers from hyperhidrosis, which generates abundant perspiration often confused with a problem of excess fat.”
“Reset” the scalp
The expert suggests a professional scalp exfoliation . «Before styling or a treatment in the salon, the expert applies a deep cleansing to the scalp using different products as needed. For example, if the problem is excessive fat production, use Scalp Exfoliate, a scrub that delicately removes sebum, dandruff and thickening. It is a cosmetic based on kiwi, coffee and arginine and must be repeated every 15 days.”
Alternatively, the professional applies a cosmetic based on absorbent minerals, such as zeoliteand plant substances, such as fermented organic arnica extract and lemon essential oil. This product is called Scalp Detox Essencea solution based on zeolite and fermented organic arnica extract that carries out a deep cleansing capable of removing impurities and excess water. This ritual can also be repeated every week.”
Dry hair on the ends: the remedies
The dry ends they can be caused by genetic, environmental factors and practices that put a strain on capillary integrity such as, for example, the use frequent use of stylers.
How to cure dry hair ends? Again, experts suggest an intensive professional treatment. «One of the most effective professional rituals is called Olaplex. Covered by international patents, It has a formula capable of repairing sulfur bridgesthe protein structures that guarantee the integrity of the hair”, he explains Emiliano Vittorio, hairstylist Founder Smiths&Co Milan.
«It is a procedure to be repeated according to capillary needs, which it can also be added to a coloring and bleaching service. It only requires one ten minutes of exposureand manages to give an immediate hydration effect, visible from the first treatment. It plumps, softens and makes the shaft full, smooth and shiny. For a few months there has also been a specific version for curly hair, which thanks to this procedure is disciplined, shiny and defined.”
Home treatments for dry hair at the ends and greasy scalp
From the keratin-based mask for dry hair on the ends, to the foam or cream products that protect from the heat of the hairdryer and stylers, to be applied before styling, there is no shortage of cosmetic solutions to use at home to help keep these problems under control .
Never neglect the shampoowhich must be formulated to gently cleanse the scalp and lengths, and at the same time provide anti-dryness nutrients that preserve hydration. Never pure: «first, the ideal dose: imagine a spoonful of shampoo slightly diluted in water, to be applied to already wet skin» he explains Giordana MidnightHair Expert Elgon.
Massaging the shampoo calmly makes the difference. “A mistake very common it is Rub and rinse the product quickly. For deep and effective cleaning, they are recommended rotary movements with your fingertips all over the skin for at least a minute, exerting deep purifying pressure and stimulating micro-circulation, before moving on to rinsing.”
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