HAIR CARE TIPS FOR MONSOON SEASON BY Dr.Kala Vimal
Consultant Dermatologist & Cosmetologist-Hairline International
Skin & Hair Clinic.


Monsoon season is known to cause hair damage due to excessive humidity
in the atmosphere.Hence, there are some tips to protect the hair are as follows:

1.Avoid wetting your hair in the rain.
2.Dry your hair using a micro fibre towel to reduce friction in the hair.
3.Shampoo your hair twice a week to wash away the rain water & pollutants.
   Use a mild shampoo to nourish your hair to prevent bacterial & fungal infections.
4.During monsoon,a good oil massage with warm coconut oil twice a week is good.
5.Avoid too much conditioner & apply it only to ends & length of your  hair and NOT
   on the scalp.
6.Use a wide tooth comb to avoid detangling of hair.
7.One must eat food rich in proteins & Omega 3 fatty acids.Have lot of fruits & vegetables.
8.Avoid too much caffeine as it dehydrates the hair & can cause hair fall.Drink 8 to 12
   glasses of water.
9.Have short hair cut for easy maintenance during monsoon.