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How to Keep Your Hair Hydrated in Colorado’s Dry Climate

  • Writer: wildindie303
    wildindie303
  • 3 days ago
  • 2 min read

If you’ve lived in Colorado long enough, you already know... nothing dries out your hair faster than our cold winters, high altitude, and dry air. Add in skiing, snowboarding, sledding, or just being outdoors, and your hair (and especially extensions!) needs extra love to stay soft, smooth, and moisturized.

Here’s how to protect your hair and keep your extensions healthy all winter long.


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Hydration Tips for Colorado Winters


1. Protect Your Hair on the Slopes

Skiing, snowboarding, and even sledding can expose your hair to extreme dryness. Before you head out:

  • Apply a hydrating leave-in, especially on mids + ends

  • Braid your hair to reduce tangling

  • Wear a beanie or helmet liner to keep moisture in and friction out

  • Avoid wearing your hair loose — winter wind + dry air = tangles and breakage


2. Oil Your Extensions Every Night

Extensions need consistent moisture since they don’t receive natural oils from your scalp.

Before bed:

  • Apply a light amount of oil to your mids + ends

  • Brush gently to evenly distribute

  • Sleep in a loose braid or low pony to prevent friction

This simple nightly ritual keeps your extensions soft, shiny, and hydrated.


3. Use the Right Hydration Products

When it comes to winter hair care, hydrating shampoo, conditioner, and leave-ins are everything.

At Wild Indie, our favorites are:

✨ R+Co Atlantis Shampoo + Conditioner - Ultra-hydrating, perfect for Colorado dryness, and safe for both color and extensions.

✨ R+Co High Dive Leave-In Moisture Cream - A must for blending your extensions and fighting dry, brittle ends. Use it before heat styling or let it air-dry beautifully.


4. Add Moisture Back In After Every Wash

After shampooing:

  • Always apply conditioner from mids-to-ends

  • Follow with a leave-in cream or oil

  • Limit extremely hot showers (they dry out both hair + scalp)


5. Don’t Skip Regular Brushing

Dry winter air = more static and tangles.Brush gently, especially if you’ve been outdoors or wearing winter layers.


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Colorado Winter Doesn’t Stand a Chance

With the right routine, skiing, sledding, and living your best winter life doesn’t have to damage your hair or extensions. A little hydration goes a long way — and your hair will thank you.


If you need help choosing the best winter products for your hair, stop by Wild Indie or message us anytime at (720)802-0868. We’ve got you covered all season long.


 
 
 
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