When winter arrives in Kelowna, the crisp air and breathtaking snowy scenery create a beautiful season – but the dry, cold weather can take a serious toll on your hair. If you’ve ever noticed your hair feeling brittle, frizzy, or lacking shine during the colder months, you’re not imagining it. The combination of indoor heating, cold winds, and low humidity can strip your hair of moisture, leaving it vulnerable to damage.
At FORD Salon, we understand how important it is to maintain strong, healthy, and glossy hair all year round. Here’s what happens to your hair during the winter – and how to protect it.
1. Why Winter Can Be So Harsh on Your Hair
Dry Air = Dry Hair
Kelowna’s winters are particularly dry, which means the air contains very little moisture. This leads to dehydration in the hair and scalp, making hair more prone to static, frizz, and breakage.
Cold Temperatures
Cold air causes the cuticle layer (the outer layer of the hair) to lift, making it easier for moisture to escape and harder for your hair to stay smooth and shiny.
Indoor Heating
Once inside, central heating adds to the problem by further drying out your strands – especially for colour-treated or textured hair types.
2. Common Winter Hair Concerns
- Dry, itchy scalp due to lack of moisture
- Frizz and static caused by low humidity and friction with scarves or hats
- Breakage and split ends from brittle strands
- Dullness from cuticle lift and lack of hydration
- Colour fade for those with salon-treated hair
3. Essential Winter Hair Care Tips
Hydrate from the Inside Out
Drinking plenty of water is the first line of defense. Hydrated hair starts with a hydrated body.
Switch to a Moisture-Rich Haircare Routine
Winter is the perfect time to use nourishing, moisture-focused haircare to help replenish lost hydration and strengthen the hair.
Don’t Forget the Scalp
A healthy scalp is essential for healthy hair. Gentle exfoliation and hydrating scalp treatments help prevent dryness and flaking during winter.
Seal in Moisture with a Leave-In Treatment
Lightweight oils or serums help lock in hydration, smooth the cuticle layer, and protect hair from environmental stress.
Limit Hot Styling Tools
Flat irons and curling wands can further dry out winter hair. When you do style, always use a heat protectant to minimize damage.
4. Pro Tip: Humidify Your Space
Adding a humidifier to your home or workspace helps maintain moisture levels in the air – which your hair (and skin!) will appreciate during Kelowna’s dry winters.
5. Protect Your Hair When You Go Out
Wearing a silk or satin-lined hat can reduce friction and frizz compared to wool or synthetic linings, helping protect the hair shaft and preserve your style.
6. Schedule a Winter Hair Care Consultation
Every head of hair is unique, and your winter routine should be, too. At FORD Salon, our stylists can assess your hair type and create a personalized winter care plan to keep your locks glossy, hydrated, and strong all season long.
Winter doesn’t have to mean dull, dry hair. With the right care and professional support, you can keep your hair looking its absolute best.
👉 Book your winter hair consultation at FORD Salon.
