The moment the monsoon rains set in, hair fall complaints spike and just running a hand through your hair is enough to pull out a handful of strands. Rising humidity in the air turns hair dry, lifeless and frizzy, almost like a broom. Even right after a shampoo, hair becomes so frizzy that no matter how many products are layered on, it stays puffed up and unmanageable. Straightening or curling, every kind of styling tends to fail during the rainy season. The real culprit is the excess moisture in the air, which seeps into the hair shaft, causes it to swell, and pushes the hair cuticles out of their natural position. That is exactly why hair becomes so hard to manage during this season. A few simple changes to a regular hair care routine can bring real relief from this problem.
Why hair turns frizzy during the rains
Every strand of hair has tiny pores on its surface that absorb moisture from the surrounding air. During the monsoon, when humidity levels shoot up, hair starts pulling in that extra moisture from the atmosphere. The problem gets worse when hair is already dry or damaged, because such hair tends to absorb even more moisture than usual and swells up further. This swelling is exactly what makes hair look dry, tangled and scattered. The effect is most visible during the rainy months, since humidity levels stay far higher than in other seasons.
Get the shampoo and wash routine right
Choosing the right shampoo while washing hair matters a great deal. Keep the scalp clean, and it helps to wash hair whenever there is sweating. Rainwater can disturb the natural pH balance of the scalp, which weakens hair and makes it break more easily. To avoid this, use a sulphate-free shampoo, and never skip conditioner after shampooing. Conditioner locks moisture into the hair, which keeps frizz down and leaves hair feeling noticeably softer.
Dry hair the right way
Many people reach for a hair dryer to speed things up, but using too much heat should be avoided during the monsoon months. Equally, avoid the mistake of rubbing hair too hard with a regular towel. Excess friction tangles hair and increases breakage. Use a microfiber towel instead, or gently pat hair dry with an old cotton T-shirt. It also helps to remember one more thing, never comb wet hair, since hair is at its weakest when wet and combing at that stage causes it to snap easily.
Steps to stop hair from breaking
Building a protective layer over hair helps guard it against outside moisture and damage. Before stepping out, a light anti-frizz serum can be applied to shield hair from humidity. A leave-in conditioner works as a good alternative too. Anyone who prefers not to use a serum can reach for a light hair oil instead. Applying serum on hair is considered especially useful during the monsoon, since it forms a thin protective coat that reduces moisture-related damage and makes hair noticeably easier to manage through the rainy season.
