Dry hair: how to get soft, supple hair again?
How to recognise dry hair?
Rough, dull hair that is hard to style or lacks suppleness? Dry hair needs a routine that helps maintain its hydration and nourish the fibre.
Whether it's straight, wavy or curly, your hair can become dry when exposed to heat, external aggressors and frequent washing, or simply when it lacks suitable care. Needs vary depending on hair texture and styling habits.
The habits that make a difference
Wash your hair gently, avoid very hot water and use heated tools less often when possible. After washing, detangle delicately and protect your lengths from friction.
Adapting your routine
Choose products suited to your lengths and apply them where needed, especially on the ends. A small, well-spread amount is often better than piling on products. Adjust your routine by observing how soft and supple your hair feels from one wash to the next.
If dryness comes with persistent itching or scalp irritation, ask a health professional for advice.
Why is my hair dry?
Several factors can contribute to dry hair:
- lack of hydration
- porous hair
- heat
- sun and the outdoor environment
- washing too often or using harsh products
- colouring and bleaching
- lack of nourishment
- repeated friction and handling
Dry hair can also become harder to detangle and more prone to breakage.
If your hair breaks easily, see our complete guide to brittle hair.
Signs of dry hair
Dry hair can be:
- rough to the touch
- dull
- hard to detangle
- not very supple
- prone to static
- prone to frizz
- fragile at the ends
Hydrate or nourish dry hair?
The two are complementary.
Hydration from Maree's Hair Mist helps bring and keep water in the fibre. Nourishment provides lipids that contribute to the hair's suppleness and comfort.
So a good routine doesn't necessarily mean choosing between hydration and nourishment: it can combine both.
Alcohol-free scented hair mist – Honey & Jasmine – €34.00
How to hydrate dry hair?
Start with a gentle, regular routine.
Use hydrating products
Ingredients such as aloe vera, glycerine and hyaluronic acid are commonly used in products designed to maintain hydration.
Nourish your lengths
An oil can complete your routine, especially on dry lengths and ends.
Avoid piling up damage
Reduce excessive heat, repeated handling and friction as much as possible. When this damage builds up, the fibre can also become damaged. Discover how to get healthier lengths back on damaged hair.
What routine for dry hair?
For dry hair, think of this logic:
Hydrate → nourish → protect → maintain
The Maree Duo combines hydrating ingredients such as aloe vera, panthenol, hyaluronic acid and glycerine.
The Hair Oil can then be used to bring nourishment, suppleness and protection to the lengths.
Dry hair and frizz
When hair lacks hydration or has high porosity, it can become more sensitive to humidity and swell more.
Dry hair can also tend to puff up and frizz. Read our article on high porosity, frizz and puffy hair.
Maree Hair Oil
The Immortelle Hair Oil contains argan oil and coconut oil, two ingredients Maree highlights for dry, fragile hair.
It can be applied in small amounts to the lengths and ends for softness and a polished finish – with a 100/100 Yuka score for a clean, natural formula:
Discover the Organic Corsican Immortelle Hair Oil – €24.00
FAQ – Dry hair
Why is my hair dry?
Dryness can be linked to dehydration, heat or chemical damage, washing, and the characteristics of your hair fibre.
How do I hydrate dry hair?
Use hydrating products regularly and limit the damage that encourages dehydration.
How do I nourish dry hair?
An oil or nourishing treatment can complete a hydrating routine, especially on the lengths and ends.
Why is my hair dry after washing?
Washing too often or using unsuitable products can leave the fibre uncomfortable and dry.
How can I get softer hair?
Softness comes from a fibre that is properly hydrated, nourished and protected, along with gentle detangling.