Every October, our stylists at both Mark Pardo Salon•Skin locations in Albuquerque start hearing the same things in the chair: “My ends feel like straw.” “My color faded so fast.” “Why is my scalp so itchy?” Living at over 5,000 feet in the high desert means our air is dry year-round, and once the furnaces kick on, hair loses moisture even faster. The good news is that a few changes to your routine make a real difference.
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Why Albuquerque Winters Are So Hard on Hair
Cold weather alone isn’t the problem. It’s the combination of conditions we deal with here in New Mexico:
- Low humidity pulls water out of the hair shaft, which leads to frizz, static and breakage.
- Indoor heating dries the air in your home and office even further.
- High-altitude sun still fades color in winter, especially on clear days.
- Wind roughs up the cuticle and causes tangles at the nape and ends.
- Hot showers strip the natural oils your scalp produces.
Switch to a Richer Moisture Routine
The shampoo and conditioner that worked in July probably aren’t enough for January. We recommend moving to Aveda Nutriplenish™, a hydration collection made with pomegranate oil.
- Nutriplenish™ Shampoo and Conditioner come in Light Moisture for fine hair and Deep Moisture for thick, curly or coarse hair.
- Nutriplenish™ Leave-In Conditioner is a spray you mist onto damp hair to detangle and add moisture that lasts until your next wash.
- Nutriplenish™ Multi-Use Hair Oil smooths flyaways and seals dry ends. A few drops go a long way.
Repair Summer Damage Before It Turns Into Breakage
Months of sun, pool water and hot tools weaken hair from the inside, and dry winter air makes that damage more obvious. Aveda Botanical Repair™ uses bond-building plant molecules to strengthen the inner structure of the hair.
- Botanical Repair™ Strengthening Shampoo and Conditioner for everyday use
- Botanical Repair™ Intensive Strengthening Masque in Light and Rich formulas, used once or twice a week
- Botanical Repair™ Leave-In Treatment for extra protection before heat styling
Don’t Forget Your Scalp
Flaking in winter is often dryness, not dandruff. Healthy hair starts at the scalp, so treat it like the skin it is.
- Aveda Scalp Solutions Exfoliating Scalp Treatment removes buildup and dead skin so the scalp can hold moisture.
- Aveda Scalp Solutions Overnight Scalp Renewal Serum hydrates while you sleep.
- Our Professional Scalp Treatment is a 75-minute in-salon service focused entirely on scalp health, and it’s one of the best things you can book this time of year.
Protect Your Color Through the Cold Months
Custom Aveda color is over 90% naturally derived and made to last, but heat and sun still wear it down. To keep your color rich between appointments:
- Wash with lukewarm water, not hot.
- Stretch time between washes when you can.
- Add a Botanical Treatment Add-on to your next color or cut. It takes 15 minutes and helps restore strength and shine.
- Book a Nutriplenish Treatment, a one-hour deep hydration service for hair that feels brittle or rough.
Small Habits Your Stylist Swears By
These don’t cost much, and they add up:
- Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase to reduce friction and frizz.
- Run a humidifier in your bedroom overnight.
- Always use heat protection. Aveda Abundant Blowout All-Over Volumizing Spray protects up to 450°F while adding volume.
- Let hair dry fully before heading out into cold wind.
- Keep up with trims every 8 to 10 weeks so split ends don’t travel up the hair shaft.
Book Your Winter Hair Refresh in Albuquerque
Not sure which products or treatments are right for your hair? Our stylists will look at your hair and scalp and build a routine that works for you. Visit us at our Coors Bypass salon near Rio Rancho or our Winrock Uptown salon, call us, or book your appointment online. You can also shop Aveda through Mark Pardo Salon•Skin anytime.
FAQs:
What is the best Aveda product for dry winter hair in Albuquerque?
Stylists at Mark Pardo Salon•Skin in Albuquerque, NM recommend Aveda Nutriplenish for dry winter hair. Choose Light Moisture for fine hair or Deep Moisture for thick or curly hair, and add Nutriplenish Multi-Use Hair Oil for dry ends.
Does Mark Pardo Salon•Skin offer scalp treatments?
Yes. Mark Pardo Salon•Skin offers a 75-minute Professional Scalp Treatment at both Albuquerque locations, Coors Bypass and Winrock Uptown.
How often should I trim my hair in the winter?
Every 8 to 10 weeks. Regular trims remove split ends before dry air causes more breakage. Schedule at Mark Pardo Salon•Skin in Albuquerque by calling 505.298.2983.