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Fall Back in Love With Your Hair: 5 Easy Ways to Keep It Healthy & Vibrant

Fall Back in Love With Your Hair: 5 Easy Ways to Keep It Healthy & Vibrant

Fall weather can be welcome with cooler temps and breezes, but it’s not always kind to our hair. Between chilly temps, dry air, and that endless rotation of hats and scarves, our strands can start feeling a little “meh.” The good news? A few small tweaks to your routine can help your hair stay shiny, strong, and totally swoon-worthy all season long.

1. Feed your hair from within.
Think of your hair like a plant—it needs nourishment to grow! Load up on protein-rich foods like eggs, salmon, and Greek yogurt, plus iron-packed options like spinach and lentils to keep shedding at bay.

2. Go easy on the heat.
Cooler weather means more blow-drying, but your strands need a break. Try heat-free styles a few times a week, always use a protectant spray, and skip tight ponytails that pull on roots.

3. Show your scalp some love.
Your scalp deserves its own fall refresh! Exfoliate once a week to remove buildup, then massage in a nourishing oil like argan or jojoba for a little at-home spa moment.

4. Hydrate, inside and out.
Dry air = thirsty hair. Keep sipping that water and use hydrating shampoos with natural oils or glycerin to lock in moisture.

5. Snip the ends.
Regular trims every 8–12 weeks keep split ends in check and your style looking fresh.

Treat your hair like your favorite cozy sweater—handle it gently, feed it well, and wear it proudly. The shine will follow. ?

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