What Am I Lacking If My Hair Is Dry?

Few hair problems are as frustrating as chronically dry hair. It can ruin your hairstyles and even result in an increased risk of damage. So, it's important to fix this issue as soon as possible. One of the most helpful ways to pinpoint your dry hair cause and find a remedy is to look at what your hair may be lacking. And that's what we'll help with in this article. Keep reading for a few things your hair may be lacking if your hair is dry. 

One or More Essential Nutrients for Healthy Hair

To keep your hair moisturized and thriving, it needs a balance of nutrients and minerals. Here are a few of the main vitamins you may be deficient in if your hair is dry: 

1. Biotin - Biotin, also called vitamin B7, is a well-known nutrient that plays a substantial part in your hair’s structure and growth potential. When you're deficient in the vitamin, your hair may become dry, brittle, and begin to break. 

2. Zinc - A deficiency in zinc can cause a plethora of problems within the body, including a reduction in sebum production. With less sebum being produced, there's less natural hair lubrication to go around. 

3. Iron - When you're not getting enough iron on a regular basis, you may notice it in your hair. The main function of iron is to help the body make hemoglobin, which carries oxygen throughout your body. The main issues you'll see in your body when you're deficient in oxygen are dry hair and brittleness. 

*This is not a complete list of nutrients pertinent to hair hydration and health. 

Adequate Water Intake

Water is significant to every process within your body, and that includes what's happening on your scalp. If you're not getting at least eight glasses of water a day, you could be dehydrated. And when that happens, your body uses its water allowance for only the most important processes (nourishing your internal organs, for example). As a result, your scalp and hair don't get the moisture they need. 

Be sure to drink at least eight glasses of water a day if you're an adult. Always consult a doctor if you have any questions about your health. To increase your water consumption, you can eat more fruits and vegetables with a higher water content (oranges, watermelon, cucumbers, lettuce, etc.). You can also use a water tracker app to monitor how much water you're drinking each day. Some people have also found success with using a large water bottle with a time marker.

Other Things You May Be Lacking if Your Hair is Dry

In addition to the above, there are several other things that you may be lacking if your hair is dry, and they include the following:

• Relaxation in your daily routine. Those who are under extreme amounts of stress may experience hormonal shifts that can result in a dry scalp and, consequently, dry hair.

• Adequate sleep time. Per general sleep guidelines, we're supposed to shoot for 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night. If you fail to get enough sleep in the long term, you're more likely to become stressed out and experience the effects of the same. 

• Moisturizing products in your hair routine. Moisturizing shampoos, conditioners, deep conditioners, and water-based moisturizing leave-ins are all important parts of the average hair care routine. If you're not leveraging these hair products, you may not be able to maintain your hair's hydration levels. 

So, there you have it - everything you need to know about what you may be lacking if your hair is dry. We hope that you found all the information you were looking for, and we wish you the best with your hair.

Author: Andrea Reyes

Andrea is a mother, wife, writer, and natural hair enthusiast of 15 years. Currently on her natural hair journey, she’s been trying countless products and techniques to understand and embrace her natural hair. She is the creator of NaturallyTextured.com, a new website featuring informative articles that share tips, tricks, and techniques aimed to help others learn to love their hair through proper hair care. She writes with the hope of making hair care easier to understand and implement.