Winter wreaked havoc and spring went to work to dehydrate my hair. Now that summer has arrived, I know I’ve got to reset my hair health before damage really becomes irreversible.
With a little bit of research, I’ve found the best Hair Care - packed with important nutrients through to vital antioxidants - to reset hair health and a healthy scalp this summer.
By Savannah, Store Manager, Rockhampton
1. Why Does Healthy Hair Need Biotin?
Biotin is an essential B Vitamin that aids the production of Keratin - the protein that forms healthy hair. Deficiency of Biotin has been linked to hair loss, so introducing a product that contains Biotin to your Haircare routine is a big tick this season.
My Biotin Haircare Product Pick:
R+Co Dallas Biotin Thickening Treatment is formulated with nourishing proteins and amino acids that thicken and fortify hair, strengthening the cuticle from follicle to ends.
Top Tip: Apply after washing hair and leave in for five minutes before rinsing well.
2. Why Does Healthy Hair Need Vitamin A?
Vitamin A is a big win for healthy hair, helping growth, boosting cell health at the scalp and protecting hair from UV and environmental pollution, whilst hydrating lengths and reducing frizz.
My Vitamin A Haircare Pick:
Kérastase Chronologiste Masque contains vitamin A and a trio of ceramides to help regenerate and strengthen damaged hair, infusing hair with essential lipids for youthful, invigorated hair health.
Top Tip: For best results, apply from roots to ends after Shampooing and leave for five minutes before rinsing.
3. Why Does Healthy Hair Need Vitamin C?
Vitamin C in Haircare works to promote healthy hair, helping to neutralize environmental damage at the scalp caused by UV exposure, free radicals and a slowing metabolism. Vitamin C can help regenerate the scalp area too, preventing slowed hair growth and encouraging healthier hair follicles in general.
My Vitamin C Haircare Pick:
O&M Original Mineral Detox Shampoo is packed full of antioxidants including vitamin C which aids in the removal of skin build-up and residue around the hair follicle. Whilst retaining natural oils that benefit hair health, peppermint oil stimulates the scalp area, giving an invigorating and cooling effect, aiding healthy hair growth, boosting shine, and strengthening hair.
Top Tip: After wetting hair, apply liberally. Massage into scalp and around the hairline, then rinse. Repeat then follow with your favourite O&M conditioner.
4. Why Does Healthy Hair Need Vitamin E?
Vitamin E is a powerhouse of healthy hair benefits. These include everything from strengthening hair follicles, preventing hair breakage, stimulating healthy hair growth, reducing dryness and dandruff, lessening frizz, balancing oil production and protecting hair from heat damage.
My Vitamin E Haircare pick:
Pureology Hydrate Sheer Conditioner is a 100% vegan bestseller thanks to its incredible benefits on fine, chemically treated, coloured hair. A lightweight formulation, it hydrates hair without the heavy residue. Vitamin E also combats colour depletion caused by environmental factors.
Top Tip: Smooth through hair concentrating on ends leaving for two minutes prior to rinsing.
5. Why Does Healthy Hair Need Olive Oil?
Olive Oil's antioxidants and fatty acids preserve moisture, strengthen the hair and promote a healthy scalp. It's been prized for these moisturising and softening qualities since ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman times.
My Olive Oil Haircare Pick:
Pureology Strength Cure Superfood Vitality Treatment is a heavy-duty Hair Mask that delivers goodness deep within the hair shaft, shifting it from a state of disrepair to intense hydration and health. I love how vibrant hair looks after each use.
Top Tip: Apply a generous amount to wet hair. Leave for five minutes and rinse thoroughly.
6. Why Does Healthy Hair Need Vitamin B5?
B vitamins give healthy hair a boost, stimulating the hair follicles for healthy hair growth. An essential nutrient that helps strengthen hair against breakage, B Vitamins also promote strong building blocks for a healthy scalp, improving blood flow to the area.
My Vitamin B5 Haircare pick:
Make Styling Heat Spray is an essential for removing the risk of breakage caused by heat styling ensuring healthy hair growth and the prevention of hair loss. By creating a protective barrier on the hair cuticle during heat styling, vitamin B5 promotes immediate hair health with each application.
Top Tip: Apply a small amount to palms and work evenly through damp or dry hair, styling as desired.
7. Why Does Healthy Hair Need Magnesium?
Magnesium supplements boost internal Magnesium levels, promoting healthy hair, better hair growth and the overall health of hair follicles. Within Haircare, Magnesium helps to stimulate hair growth, prevent breakage and combat the appearance of brittle hair and hair thinning.
My Magnesium Haircare pick:
Paul Mitchell Round Trip is a no brainer when it comes to the pursuit of healthy hair and renewed hair growth. A bestseller, it is ideal for curly hair, delivering weightless condition and formation to curls and waves, smoothing signs of breakage and slowly regenerating brittle hair.
Top Tip: A small amount goes a long way when worked through damp or dry hair. Style as desired.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vitamins are best for healthy hair growth?
Biotin, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E and vitamin B5 all support healthy hair growth. Biotin aids keratin production, vitamins A and C protect against environmental damage, vitamin E strengthens follicles, and B5 helps prevent breakage caused by heat styling.
Can a vitamin deficiency cause hair loss?
Yes, deficiencies in biotin and other B vitamins have been linked to hair loss and thinning. Using haircare products formulated with these nutrients, alongside a balanced diet, can help support stronger, fuller-looking hair over time.
Should I use vitamin-enriched haircare or take supplements?
Topical, vitamin-enriched haircare delivers nutrients directly to the hair shaft and scalp to support shine, strength and scalp health. These products work best alongside, rather than instead of, a balanced diet containing the same vitamins.
How often should I use a vitamin-rich hair treatment or mask?
Most vitamin-enriched masks and treatments are designed for use two to three times a week, or as an intensive weekly reset, depending on how dry or damaged the hair is.
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