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Saltwater Impact On Hair: Does It Help or Harm? | HairMD, Pune

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Dr Dhananjay Chavan

Dermatologist

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Many external and internal factors determine the health of hair, while some factors tend to promote the growth and quality of hair, others lead to hair loss and baldness. 

Hair loss is a condition where excessive hair falls out with no signs of regrowth due to disturbance in the natural hair growth cycle. Continue with the blog to learn the connection between saltwater and hair loss. 

What’s covered in the article?

  • Benefits of Saltwater
  • Does Saltwater Cause Hair Loss?
  • Saltwater Precautions for Better Hair Health
  • Conclusion

Benefits of Saltwater

The ocean’s water is called saltwater due to salt or sodium chloride and other salts and minerals present in it. Saltwater or seawater is concentrated with high amounts of vitamins and minerals and is different from the water we drink or freshwater. There are many benefits of saltwater on hair, including- 

  • Antifungal and Antibiotic Properties 

Saltwater has antifungal and antibiotic properties that help wounds heal and get rid of fungal infections. 

  • Exfoliates Scalp 

Seawater crystals stimulate blood flow by removing excessive sebum from the scalp and also exfoliates it. 

  • Rich in Vitamins and Minerals 

It is rich in magnesium, potassium and selenium, promoting hair growth. 

  • Natural Shampoo 

It works as a shampoo and cleans off all the impurities like dirt and sebum from the scalp. 

Does Saltwater Cause Hair Loss?

Saltwater contains minerals and vitamins which are beneficial for hair. However, excessive exposure to salt water may cause-

  • Split Ends and Frizz

It may cause ends to split due to lack of moisture, and due to disturbance in the bonding between hair strands, the hair may get frizzy. 

  • Dehydrated Hair Strands 

Saltwater sucks all the water out from the hair strands, making them brittle, dry and easy to break. 

Saltwater Precautions for Better Hair Health

Saltwater causes hair loss when exposed often. It can be prevented by: 

  • Do not Expose Dyed Hair

Bleached hair must not be exposed to saltwater as it will lose all of its moisture. 

  • SPF Containing Hair Cream 

You must apply SPF cream to protect hair from harmful UV radiation. 

  • Deep Conditioning 

Deep condition the hair after saltwater hair wash to maintain moisture 

  • Normal Water Wash 

Wash hair with fresh water before and after exposing your hair to saltwater to maintain moisture. 

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Conclusion

While saltwater has its benefits for scalp health, such as exfoliation and improved blood circulation, it can also lead to hair damage and dryness if not managed properly. Prolonged exposure to saltwater may strip hair of its natural oils, resulting in breakage and potential hair loss. To maintain healthy hair, it’s essential to balance the advantages of saltwater with proper post-exposure care, such as moisturizing treatments and rinsing the hair thoroughly. By understanding how saltwater affects your hair, you can enjoy the benefits while preventing the drawbacks

If you are suffering from hair loss, then get an appointment with a dermatologist to treat the cause to prevent permanent hair damage. 

 

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