As most people would agree, out hair is out crowning glory. Everyone wants stunning, healthy locks, but all too often, hair just appears dull. Incorporate the following tips and techniques into your hairdressing routine for healthy, beautiful hair.
Balanced Diet
Healthy hair is an outcome of a body that is healthy. If you eat a balanced diet and drink enough water each day, your hair will look fantastic. Eating a well-balanced diet with fruits, veggies, whole grains, healthy fats and adequate protein provides the nutrients that keep your hair healthy and strong.
To keep your hair undamaged and healthy, you shouldn’t brush it when it’s wet. Wet hair is softer and more prone to breaking. It is important that you both brush before washing your hair and after you dry your hair, to ensure that you do not cause breakage to your hair.
If you have fine or thin hair, avoid the use of heavy conditioners. These can weigh down your hair and make it look finer and thinner. Instead, opt for light conditioners to add volume without the ill effects of heavy conditioners.
When you find yourself dealing with dry, brittle hair, use this home-conditioning trick. Wash your hair and wring out most of the water. Then apply conditioner liberally, put on a cap and let it sit for 10 minutes. The heat that is created will force the conditioner to go down deep into your hair.
It’s important to make sure your hair can retain moisture so that it doesn’t become dry and brittle, as this can lead to breakage. Water temperature while you shampoo is important. Once you have finished shampooing your hair, make sure the final rinse is cool water. This helps your hair seal in moisture.
Overuse of blow dryers, curling irons and straighteners can damage hair. So, ensure that you protect the follicles by applying a styling product, such as a cream or serum, before you use heated products. These serums will coat your hair and protect it from the damage that heat can cause.
Whenever you color your hair, wait about 48 hours before giving it a shampoo. Your hair needs some time to soak up the chemicals so that the color stays in. Simply wetting your hair can open up your cuticles. If you can be patient, you will be treated with healthy hair.
Be open to trying different brands of hair products. Switching up the types of shampoos you use can really have a positive effect on your hair. For example, products from one line may help to remove styling product buildup; another may be more effective for preventing dandruff or itching.
Get your hair wet before you go swimming in a swimming pool. If you don’t wear a swimming cap, then cleanse your hair after swimming to lessen the damage that chlorine does.
Like your skin, your hair should be protected against damage from sun exposure. Use a hair product that contains sunscreen (or wear a hat) when you are going to spend time outside. This will keep the wind and sun from harming your hair. You can get a sunburn on your scalp, so using the hat can protect against that too. The sun also causes color-treated hair to fade.
You should now see that having good hair isn’t hard. Add these tips into your hair care routine, and watch as your hair becomes shinier and healthier. With a little care, over time your hair will be at its best.