If your hair constantly feels like hay or tangles into a frizzy mess, you need a better hair moisturiser. In 2025, we have more options than ever. However, to pick the ones that can actually deal with the peculiar concerns of Pakistani hair, you need to know your hair needs and what ingredients meet those needs.
Why Hair Gets Dry & Frizzy in Pakistan
Pakistani summers can be brutal. Weeks of high temperature and direct exposure to the sun literally dry your hair out. UV radiation destroys the hair proteins and the natural oils. This leaves the hair dehydrated and weak. Heat styling tools also lift the hair cuticle, allowing moisture to escape.
Have you ever wondered why your hair puffs during the monsoon? It is because dry hair swells by absorbing moisture in the air during highly humid periods. This breaks internal bonds and lifts hair cuticles. All those lifted cuticles rub together to form frizz.
The dust and smog in Lahore and Karachi may result in buildups. The buildup blocks the circulation of natural oils on your strands. Lastly, excessive washing of your hair or using a sulphate shampoo may also result in dryness and frizziness.
What Counts as a “Hair Moisturiser”?
Hair moisturisers may come in various forms. Nevertheless, they perform a single purpose: to add moisture to the hair and keep it there. Examples are moisturising shampoos, conditioners, serums, and masks. Humectants, emollients, and occlusives are the ingredients that truly hydrate hair.
The humectants draw water to the hair shaft to moisturise the hair shaft internally and help retain the moisture. Emollients cover the surface of the hair to fill the broken protein bonds, cut down the friction, and make the hair soft and silky.
Occlusives coated the outer layer of the hair, forming a protective layer to seal in moisture and keep out the humidity on the outside to prevent the hair from frizzing. Examples are oils and silicones.
Consider the Following When Choosing a Moisturiser
Hair Type and Texture
In most cases, fine hair is readily weighed down, and thus using a light water-based moisturiser is best. Instead of heavy cream, you should use a leave-in conditioner spray so that you can hydrate without greasiness.
On the other hand, coarse or thick hair has the ability to absorb richer products. Therefore, there is nothing to be afraid of using creams, masks, and oils. These thicker products help soften thick hair.
Curly hair usually falls on the drier side. It craves lots of moisture; thus, it can handle rich, heavier hair moisturisers.
Hair Porosity
Porosity is how easily your hair absorbs and loses water. Low porosity hair has a tightly shut cuticle. That is, water flows off with a lot of ease, and products just sit on the surface. Lightweight, water-rich formulations on low-porosity hair are therefore the best option. Absorption can also be assisted with techniques such as the use of a heat cap.
On the other hand, highly porous hair absorbs and loses moisture rapidly. Thus, you require more oily and creamier moisturisers that will ensure hydration is retained. A leave-in cream and sealing serum are ideal here to prevent moisture from escaping.
If you want to explore hair porosity and understand the differences, read: Low Porosity vs. High Porosity Hair.
Scalp Needs
If you have a dry scalp, you need to hydrate your scalp skin as well. You can do this by using a moisturising shampoo with soothing oils or aloe vera content.
Conversely, if you have an oily scalp but dry ends, focus on cleansing the scalp and hydrating your hair ends. To do this, apply a balancing shampoo on the roots and then use a conditioner from the mid-length to the tips.
A moisturiser for dry scalp might be a lightweight scalp serum or simply conditioning your scalp with aloe vera, whereas a hair moisturiser for dry hair should target your length with rich ingredients.
Best Hair Moisturisers for Dry Hair in 2025
Moisturising Shampoo
Moisture shampoos are made with additional conditioning agents and gentle cleansers; hence, they do not strip your hair. These usually include oils or glycerine and make the hair less dry compared to normal shampoos.
GK Hair Moisturising Shampoo is an excellent solution since it is targeted at cleaning and adding hydration. This is a two-action formula that is sulphate-free and full of nutritive ingredients. It contains Juvexin, natural seed oils, plant extracts, and grain extracts, which together make the hair soft and smooth.
It especially works well with colour-treated hair since it has colour-protective qualities to make sure that your dye does not fade as it smooths the frizz.
Rinse-Out Conditioner
An effective conditioner must restore moisture and smooth the cuticle each time it is washed. To moisturise dry strands, GK Hair Moisturising Conditioner is better used with the shampoo. The hair becomes 2 times stronger and better nourished when they are applied together. The conditioner suits all hair types, although it should be used sparingly when one has fine hair.
To use, apply it after shampooing on the mid-length to the ends of your hair. Avoid the scalp to prevent oiliness. Leave it on for 2–3 minutes, then rinse with cool water.
Deep Conditioner
This is an intensive treatment with a high concentration of oils and strengthening proteins. It is designed to be used once in a while and give hair a moisture boost.
A hair masque, such as GK Hair's Deep Conditioner, can be a saviour for very dry or damaged hair. It bonds into the hair shaft to strengthen and repair weak areas and coats the hair with silicones to remove frizz.
This type of deep conditioner is essential to keep hair healthy in case you have chemically treated or dry hair. It assists in protecting hair that is thin due to heat or chemicals and in avoiding its breakage.
Use it on clean, damp hair. You can also use a steamer to make it penetrate better.
Leave-In Conditioner
This is meant to offer continuous hydration and frizz control all day long. GK Hair's Leave-In Hair Spray is ideal for individuals who desire to add a bit more hydration and smoothness. It is light in texture since it is a spray. Hence, it’s ideal for fine or low-porosity hair that gets weighed down easily.
Anti-Frizz Serum
This is usually a silicone or oil-based serum and is great to seal the hair’s moisture and create a glossy finish. GK Hair’s Argan Oil Serum is a great example. Its formula contains natural silicones and argan oil, which together form a protective, hydrating coat on hair.
In this serum, argan is combined with Juvexin as well, so you’re also fortifying your hair with each use. This serum doubles as a light heat protectant if you flat-iron or blow-dry.
Covered Hair Care
The hijab does not harm hair by itself, but how you manage your hair under it matters. First, try not to cover wet hair. Covering even slightly damp hair can lead to a damp scalp. This can invite fungus and also make the hair fragile.
Secondly, choose breathable, hair-friendly fabrics. Cotton underscarves absorb moisture and thus can dry out your scalp. Instead, try using a silk or satin material: it retains hair’s natural moisture and reduces friction.
Also, given that your hair is under wraps, focus on moisturising your lengths and ends. You don’t want an oily scalp under a scarf. Wash your hair regularly to remove sweat and buildup.
Lastly, let your hair breathe when you can. At home or when you’re not in public, keep it open or in a loose braid.
Your No-Frizz Moisture Routine
You can get rid of dryness and frizziness completely with the right routine. You don’t have to get all the products at once. You can start with our Mini Intense Moisture Pack and add more over time.
Soon, dry and frizzy hair will be a problem of the past. You’ll be rocking glossy, nourished hair that can handle whatever the weather – or life – throws at it.
