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While so far your hair is not a big problem, it suddenly decides to become duller, brittle and drier. You are not an isolated case since this inconvenience is encountered more and more often in our modern societies. But then, for what reasons? And what to do about hair that has become dry overnight? All the answers to these questions are in this article. First we will see the causes responsible for the sudden appearance of dry hair. Then, we will see in a second part the solutions to prevent the hair from becoming dry overnight.

Why do you have dry hair overnight?

Dry hair that appears overnight reveal that one or more causes have arisen disturb the balance hair fiber. This can come from external factors but also from internal factors. It is important to note that some causes triggering the appearance of dry hair can be progressive. That is to say that certain causes can affect your hair for years, but it is suddenly that it will be noticed.

Internal causes

Dry hair overnight can reveal hormonal imbalance. This hormonal imbalance can be normal and does not reveal any concerns whatsoever if it comes from a period of life when hormones are ready to change: puberty, pregnancy, menopause etc. This change in hair texture can also be linked to hormonal concerns revealing an abnormality to be taken care of (thyroid disorder, unsuitable hormonal contraception, adrenal gland dysfunction, etc.).

Le stress may also be involved since it releases a hormone called cortisol, which interferes with the quality of the hair.

Finally, the condition of our hair comes from what we eat. Thus, nutritional deficiencies especially iron, zinc, copper, vitamins, amino acids and trace elements are likely to cause dry hair overnight. These deficiencies are more and more numerous in our modern societies because of our poor food consumption. Fast food, processed foods, foods too high in saturated fat or refined sugar etc. All these elements mean that our body and our hair do not find the essential nutrients for good health. Furthermore, the consumption of certain medications can weaken the body, and cause a lack of hair vitality which results in the appearance of dry hair overnight.

Finally, dry hair often lackshydration. The first source of hydration should be done internally, drinking at least 1,5 liters of water per day.

External causes

Many external causes can come disrupt the balance of hair and make it dry overnight. So what are they?

The environment and in particular pollution, chlorine, salt and the sun are factors that attack and dry out the hair fiber. Tobacco is also responsible for the degradation of the condition of the hair and the arrival of dry hair. This is because it clogs the hair follicles and nourishes the body with toxins which also spread in the hair. Result: the hair lacks nutrients and becomes dry as straw.

The most easily identifiable factors that explain dry hair overnight are stains and discolorations chemical products which strongly dry out the hair fiber. In addition, permanent straightening can sometimes also damage the fiber and make the hair drier. Finally, it concerns us all: not going regularly enough to the hairdresser! Cutting the ends and forks from time to time is essential for the balance and health of the hair and to prevent it from becoming dry overnight.

One of the most common and yet little known reasons for the appearance of dry hair overnight is the use of bad hair products. The ingredients in hair products that you should ban are the sulfates, silicones, parabens or quaternary ammonium salts (quats). These strip the natural protection of the hair. Consequently, they dry out the hair fiber and cause the appearance of dry hair. One of the most common signs to recognize this factor is the appearance of dry hair on the lengths and oily on the roots.

Finally, bad hair habits can also make your hair dry overnight: not taking sufficient care of your hair, sources of heat (straightening, hair dryer, water too hot) or washing your hair too often.

Dry hair overnight: what solutions to get rid of it?

What products to use to avoid having dry hair overnight?

To prevent your hair from becoming dry overnight, it is important to start with use gentle hair products. You should therefore avoid all shampoos that strip and dry your scalp and your hair. More exactly all those which contain sulfate, silicone, quats or paraben. To learn more about your cosmetic products and their ingredients, we recommend the applications Yuka ou INCIBeauty. These are two applications which work for a better transparency of cosmetic products and which tell you if the ingredients are healthy or not.

The cosmetic products you choose will also have to take care of your hair by providing them hydration and nutrition that they claim.

Which mild shampoo should I use?

Use truly gentle shampoo. That is to say that it is not a question of having written “mild shampoo” on the bottle since some of them are not really. To avoid being fooled, opt for the purchase of shampoo natural which are composed of mild surfactants without sulphates from petrochemicals. Surfactants are the washing bases for shampoos. They allow you to wash your hair and create the lather of your shampoo. There are more or less chemical ones and therefore more or less drying ones.

Mild surfactants which do not dry out your hair are: Sodium Coco Sulfate, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Decyl Glucoside, Coco Glucoside, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauryl Lauryl or Methyl Lauroside.

Anyway, to avoid dry hair overnight, avoid the following surfactants: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate and Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate. These are surfactants that strip and dry the scalp and lengths.

We recommend you Propolia's organic mild shampoo

Why adopt it?

Formulated with natural lavender bases that are very gentle on the hair.
99% of the ingredients are natural.
Rich in moisturizing ingredients to restore shine and vitality to dry hair (honey, floral water, glycerin, bamboo).

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The best treatments for dry hair

To fight against dry hair overnight, adopt the next routine :

• Gentle shampoo
• + conditioner or mask
• + Spray or lotion daily
• + nourishing oils or butters before shampooing

You will understand, take care of your hair, in addition to having a good shampoo, is essential against dry hair that appeared suddenly. These require strict maintenance so that they are again shiny and silky. And once again, using natural, gentle, non-drying products is essential. So, what are the best treatments for hair that becomes dry overnight?

1 - What conditioner or masks?

To choose a conditioners, masks, or treatments effective against dry hair, they must be natural and rich in ingredients moisturizers and / or nourishing. We recommend the following products:
- Moisturizing and nourishing conditioner balm - Centifolia
- Regenerating and nourishing conditioner - Holi natural cosmetics
- Fortifying and nourishing conditioner - Propolia

You can also decide to make your own homemade dry hair conditioner. Discover our recipes by clicking here.

2 - Which product for daily hydration?

To avoid dry hair that appears overnight, it is recommended to use daily sprays, styling jellies, serums, lotions, or aloe vera gel on your dry lengths. These products make it possible to moisturize, nourish and / or preserve the hydrolipidic film of your hair daily. You can apply them every morning without rinsing.

We again recommend that you use natural products. Here are the products we suggest:
- Detangling and moisturizing lotion - Centifolia
- Moisturizing and sheathing lotion - les délices d'azylis
- Nourishing and moisturizing spray - Urtekram 

For a moisturizing and all-natural product, you can also use aloe vera. Regarding its use, nothing could be easier: apply aloe vera gel to your lengths every evening. Leave as is, without rinsing. Your hair will drink it overnight. If when you wake up you have a "cardboard effect" that aloe vera gel can sometimes give, brush your hair.

Vegetable oils and butters against dry hair overnight

To nourish and restore shine to your hair that has become dry overnight, you can also use oils or butters as pre-shampoo masks on your lengths and ends. The best oils for this are: coconut, argan, avocado, baobab, camellia, broccoli, jojoba, or castor oil. You can also use vegetable butters that intensely nourish dry hair. The best butters for this are: cocoa and shea.

What lifestyle and capillary hygiene to respect?

Have a healthy lifestyle to avoid dry hair overnight

To avoid ending up with a bad surprise and seeing dry hair appear overnight, it is essential to ensure a healthy lifestyle :

• Eat a diet rich in vitamins, trace elements and antioxidants. Favor the consumption of a plant-based diet (fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains) rather than an animal diet that contains toxins and is pro-inflammatory. As a result, it contributes to the degradation of the condition of your hair.
• Avoid foods rich in saturated fats and refined sugars which disturb the balance of the hair and participate in the degradation of their condition.
• Drink at least 1,5 liters of water per day to hydrate your hair.
• Practice stress relieving activities or techniques to prevent the production of cortisol, which oxidizes the body.
• Cut down or avoid smoking to prevent the build up of toxins in the body.

Have a good hair routine

In a way to avoiding dry hair that appears suddenly, it is essential to respect your hair. And that means having a good hair routine, with good gestures et good daily habits :

• Do a maximum of two washes per week. This in order to avoid weakening the scales which will be more exposed to external aggressions.
• Apply a mask or conditioner after each shampoo.
• Avoid products large surfaces harmful, drying and strippers.
• Avoid chemical discoloration or colorings, as well as permanent smoothing of poor quality.
• Try to reduce the use of heating objects (hair dryer and straightener).
• Beware of styling products (gels, lacquers) which dry out the hair.
• Avoid too long exposure to the sun which weakens the hydrolipidic film of the hair and therefore dries them out over time. In summer, protect your hair with a cap, hat or scarf.
• Avoid contact of the hair with chlorine and salt as much as possible, which strikes the hair.

And don't forget that sometimes a simple trip to the hairdresser allows to remove split ends and dry ends and thus to find healthy hair, shiny and full of vitality!