Beat the Heat: How to Keep Your Hair Moisturized When it Gets Cold

As the temperatures drop and the heaters kick on, we’re all battling dry skin, chapped lips, and, yes, thirsty hair. Winter can be brutal on hair moisture levels, making strands dry, brittle, and prone to breakage. And if you’re rocking extensions, they need extra care too since they don’t get natural scalp oils. Don’t worry—we’ve got your back (and your hair) with some easy, science-backed steps to keep everything moisturized and protected.

Why Winter Hair Needs Extra TLC

Winter air, both inside and out, is super dry, which zaps moisture from your hair. Plus, indoor heating causes the cuticles (the outer layer of your hair) to lift, which leads to even more dryness and breakage. Hats and scarves can be a lifesaver, but the friction can also weaken your hair and tangle your extensions if you’re not careful.

How to Keep Your Hair (and Extensions) Hydrated All Winter Long

1. Gentle Cleansing: Washing your hair too much in winter will strip those natural oils you need to stay hydrated. Stick to a gentle shampoo that cleanses without drying, especially if you have extensions.

2. Deep Conditioning: Make deep conditioning your best friend. This gives your hair and extensions that extra dose of hydration they need to stay smooth and strong.

3. Leave-In Treatments: A good leave-in conditioner or serum keeps moisture locked in all day, even when the weather’s working against you.

4. Heat Protection: Before you bring out the hair dryer or flat iron, grab that heat protectant! A little barrier can save a lot of moisture (and keep your hair healthier).

5. Regular Trims: Even in winter, a quick trim here and there keeps split ends at bay, helping your hair and extensions look fresh.

Extra Care Tips for Extensions

• Brush Gently: Use an extension-friendly brush to avoid tugging on the bonds or wefts. Winter dryness can make hair more prone to tangling, so treat your extensions with care.

• Keep Oils Away from Bonds: Heavy oils near the roots can weaken extension bonds. Focus your leave-in treatments and oils on the mid-lengths and ends.

• Limit Washing: Extensions can dry out quickly, so don’t overdo it. A gentle wash routine is best, especially in winter.

R+Co BLEU Winter Hair & Extension Routine

R+Co BLEU’s luxury products have hydration in mind—perfect for your winter hair care routine! Here’s how to use them to keep your hair (and extensions) hydrated:

1. Cleansing: Start with De Luxe Reparative Shampoo to get a deep clean without losing moisture. It strengthens and repairs, giving your natural hair and extensions what they need to stay soft and smooth.

2. Conditioning: Follow up with De Luxe Reparative Conditioner. For extensions, apply it from mid-shaft down to avoid loosening bonds. This conditioner locks in moisture, leaving your hair and extensions soft and shiny.

3. Deep Treatment: Give your hair a weekly treat with De Luxe Reparative Masque. It’s a moisture bomb that will keep your hair and extensions resilient against winter’s harsh conditions.

4. Leave-In Care: After washing, apply F-Layer Deep Conditioning Serum to damp hair. This serum hydrates and keeps frizz in check. Just apply it from mid-length to ends if you have extensions.

5. Heat Protection: Before heat styling, spritz Hypersonic Heat Styling Mist. It protects hair up to 450°F, so you can style without worrying about damage. And it adds a little extra shine!

6. Finishing Touch: Seal in all that moisture with Optical Illusion Smoothing Oil. This lightweight oil smooths, de-frizzes, and shines without making your hair heavy. Apply it mid-length to ends to keep your extensions looking their best.

A Few Extra Winter Tips for Both Natural Hair & Extensions

• Cut Down on Heat Styling: Air dry when you can and limit the use of heat styling tools to preserve moisture.

• Add a Humidifier: Running a humidifier at home keeps the air (and your hair!) from drying out too much.

• Go for Protective Styles: Styles that tuck away your ends and reduce friction with scarves and hats keep your natural hair and extensions healthier.

By following these science-backed tips and incorporating R+Co BLEU’s hydrating products, you can keep your hair and extensions looking fabulous and moisturized all winter long. Cheers to good hair days, even in sweater weather!