Cold weather can be rough on hair. Between dry indoor heat, cold air outside, and constant friction from coats and scarves, hair tends to lose moisture fast—leading to dryness, frizz, breakage, and dullness.
Here’s how to keep your hair healthy all winter long:
1. Moisture is non-negotiable
Cold air strips hydration from the hair and scalp. Using a nourishing shampoo and conditioner, plus a weekly deep conditioning treatment, helps maintain softness and elasticity. We recommend Kevin Murphy Hydrate or Alurum hydrating options
2. Turn down the heat
Hot tools and high heat settings cause even more moisture loss in winter. Lowering your blow-dryer and iron temperature and using a heat protectant can make a big difference in shine and overall hair health.
3. Protect your ends
Winter coats, scarves, and sweaters create friction that can weaken the ends of your hair. Wearing hair loosely tied back or in protective styles helps reduce breakage.
4. Don’t skip regular trims
Dry ends show faster in cold weather. Keeping up with trims helps prevent split ends from traveling and keeps your haircut looking intentional—not grown out. We recommend 4-6 for short hair, 6-8 for shoulder length and 8-12 weeks for long hair.
5. Scalp care matters too
Dry scalp is common this time of year. Gentle exfoliation and proper hydration can help reduce flaking and irritation without over-drying. Malibu scalp wellness is a perfect option
If your hair feels drier, harder to manage, or just “off” during winter, it’s not your imagination—seasonal changes really do affect hair. A few small adjustments can go a long way.
If you’re unsure what your hair needs this season, we’re always happy to help guide you toward the right routine.