Hair that is very curly is often dry, and this is usually not because of a problem with the production of sebum by the scalp. What happens normally with straight hair is that the scalp produces sebum, and this sebum spreads quite easily over the entire hair shaft. However, the more curly hair is, the more difficult it is for sebum to spread all the way to the tip of each hair shaft, and the more likely it is that hair will stay dry. This often results in what seems like a rather odd situation – the sebum accumulates on the scalp, making it oily, but the hair is extremely dry and rough. In most cases, all that is needed is to help spread the sebum that has accumulated on the scalp over the entire hair shaft, right from its root to the tip. This is achieved quite easily with regular combing of the hair. You should comb your hair at least thrice a day, with long, smooth, and gentle strokes that begin from your scalp, running the comb through the entire length of your hair. It might take a couple of weeks for any improvement to show, as your scalp might need to increase production of sebum, but there certainly will be an improvement.
Remedies for Dry Frizzy Hair
In some cases however, combing might not be enough to solve the problem. In this case, you should start oiling your hair regularly, using either coconut oil or olive oil. Some simple, natural conditioners might also help to moisturize your hair and reduce the frizz. Mayonnaise is one excellent home made moisturizer that you can use. Simply apply the mayonnaise on your hair and scalp, leave it for at least half an hour, and then wash it off normally. You can also use egg yolk on your hair, as this is another excellent natural conditioner. Avoid using home made conditioners such as lemon juice and vinegar however; these tend to strip the hair of oil, and are meant for people with oily hair.
You might also want to change your shampoo and conditioner. In many cases, it is the use of an unsuitable shampoo that causes frizz and dryness. Use a mild shampoo that does not destroy your hair’s natural oils, and try using an anti frizz conditioner. You should also avoid exposing your hair to too much sunlight and wind, as these factors can dry and damage hair quite severely.