9 hair masks to combat the dry weather

No matter how much we cover up during fall and winter, the dry, cool weather still manages to take its toll on the skin, including the scalp. Trust me, I know, I wear a hijab and my scalp still suffers.

During the cooler months, humidity drops both outdoors and indoors and the cold, dry air is typically paired with constant heating. This causes a lack of moisture and oil production in the scalp resulting in dryness, flaking, itchiness, inflammation and overall irritation. To sum it up, the scalp is being dehydrated and in turn the hair suffers too.

To combat these effects, hair masks are especially important this time of year. They can help hydrate and condition the hair and in some cases improve scalp health. Check out some of these best options to add to your hair care routine before the temps drop too low.

Providing intense moisture, this mask is great for dryness and damage, but also frizz, shine and bond building. Suitable for all hair types and textures.

Price: $41 Where to buy: Sephora

While the application time may only be two to three minutes, this mask’s hydration lasts for 72 hours. Formulated with hyaluronic acid, there is an instant hydration boost.

Price: $6.97 Where to buy: Amazon | Walmart

Formulated with coconut cream, banana and mango, this mask is formulated for stressed and damaged hair. Great for all hair types and textures, is vegan, cruelty-free and without silicones.

Price: $49 Where to buy: Sephora

With a blend of super ingredients, this mask protects and repairs the hair. Including shea butter to nourish the scalp and hair follicles as well as vitamin E to protect, repair and promote scalp circulation, this mask really does heal hair.

Price: $19.49 Where to buy: Shoppers Drug Mart

Equipped with a triple hydration system, this mask provides 72 hours of instant hydration. Great for dryness and damage.

Price: $46 Where to buy: Sephora

In just 60 seconds this mask transforms dry, damaged hair. With 97per cent of ingredients from natural origin, the mask is suitable for all hair types.

Price: $11 Where to buy: Amazon | Walmart

An award winning mask that repairs and strengthens dry, damaged hair. Designed to provide benefits to all hair types and textures, the mask infuses strands with protein and moisture to not only repair, but also prevent future breakage.

Price: $53 Where to buy: Sephora

This intense conditioning treatment infuses hair with moisture. Formulated with honey, shea butter, mafura and baobab oils, it provides intense hydration.

Price: $15 Where to buy: Amazon | Walmart

A deep treatment hair mask that instantly nourishes and infuses the hair with moisture. The hair is left feeling softer and looks and feels healthier.

Price: $20 Where to buy: Amazon

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