Many people take care of the skin on their face each day  by cleansing, moisturizing and protecting it. I am surprised, however, at  how many people fail to pay that same detailed attention to their hair and  scalp.

Your hair and scalp are an extension of your skin. Like the skin, the hair and scalp are adversely affected by winter dryness, and can get damaged and dried out by the drop in humidity, the cold wind and the sun. This can lead to thinning hair and less body, and it can shorten the life of a perm or color treatment. But you can protect your hair and scalp in the winter and keep it healthy:
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Fact:  Condition your hair frequently.
It is a myth that frequent conditioning is bad for the hair and scalp.  I recommend you condition every time you shampoo – this is even  more important in the dry winter months. Shampooing your hair removes  dirt, debris and bacteria from the hair and scalp – but it also  removes moisture. A ph-balanced conditioner will restore the normal  ph level (about 4.5) and moisture to the hair and scalp. You should  use a protein-based conditioner with a ph range of 3.5-5.5. Lighter conditioners create more body and volume, while heavier conditioners  improve manageability/comb-out but can weigh the hair down. When applying,  work the conditioner through to the ends of the hair with your fingers,  brush or comb. Leave the conditioner on for 1-2 minutes to allow it  to penetrate the hair shaft. Finally rinse with warm water. Use a lighter  conditioner throughout the entire length of your hair, and then layer  a heavier conditioner on the midshaft and ends, applying on top of the  lighter conditioner. This creates a “cocktail” of the appropriate products where they are needed most, allowing your hair to have its  fullness and body at the root area with more conditioner and control  on the ends.

Solution: Redken Extreme.
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Fact: Deep condition weekly.
I have often heard complaints and seen patients whose hair texture changes during the winter months due to the drop in humidity, and wind/sun damage. One way to correct this is by using a deep conditioner or “reconstructor” once  or twice a week. There is a wide-range of deep-conditioners at BeautyFirst and  the experts there can help you choose a product that is right for you. When  using a deep conditioner, similar to a conditioner, make sure you work the product  through your hair to the ends with your fingers, brush or comb. Leave it on  for 1-2 minutes or longer if necessary to allow it to penetrate the hair shaft.  Finally, rinse with tepid water.

Solution: Ojon Nurturing Rituals.
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Fact:  Protect your hair and scalp.
Your hair and scalp are not immune to the wind and sun. Like with your skin, wind dries out the hair and scalp and leaves it more susceptible to sun damage. A sunburned scalp can create long-term damage to your scalp, skin and hair follicles. I recommend you protect your hair with a styling aid or leave-in conditioner with UV protection. And wear a hat whenever outside for long periods of time.

Solution: Redken UV Rescue.