Some people just don’t know the best way to care for their hair. If you would like to improve your techniques and help others do the same, then you are on the right track. Keep reading to figure out how to help either your hair, or anyone else’s hair that you know.
Don’t believe the myth that says trimming your hair makes it grow faster. Human hair grows approximately half an inch a month, no matter how much you cut it. Although, during the summer hair does tent to grow a bit faster, or if you are taking biotin supplements, but mostly it’s hormones which control growth, not how often you cut it. Trims can help with appearance, as they remove split ends.
To help protect your hair from the damaging effects caused by the sun, use hair products which contain sunscreen. Too much sun can damage your hair and make it harder to care for. When you’re protecting your hair you will guarantee longevity as well as the preservation of its color.
Blow Dry
Damaging your hair is a real possibility when you blow dry it. If you must dry your hair with a blow dryer, do so on the coolest heat setting and avoid training the air on one area of your hair for longer than five seconds. As you blow dry, gently detangle any knots you may have with your fingers to help minimize damage from brushing later.
Do not ever tug or rub your hair with the towel when you are drying it. This can cause frizz and stretches your hair, causing breakage. Simply wrap your hair up inside a towel, or gently remove the extra moisture from all your hair via squeezing, patting, or blotting. Never brush wet hair with anything but a wide-tooth comb.
Add some moisture back into dried up hair by using a deep conditioning treatment. Get your hair wet and put a large amount of regular conditioner on it. Try wrapping the hair in a damp towel or even try using some plastic wrap to keep the heat in. After 30 minutes to an hour, shampoo your hair thoroughly and rinse it completely.
Just like you protect your skin from sun damage, you need to keep your hair from sun damage, too. 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. Your scalp can burn easily, so the protection is an added benefit. Hair that is colored also fades at a faster rate with sun exposure.
Dandruff is a common problem and there are several different causes. Although many people attribute dandruff to dryness, it actually affects oily hair. It’s hard to believe, but it’s true. When you are trying to fight dandruff, use a mild dandruff shampoo and wash daily.
Finding out about great hairdressing methods is a wonderful thing. Everyone has different hair care needs, but everyone needs advice of some sort. Everyone has hair and wants to know how to care for it better. You should be generous when it comes to sharing everything you know about caring for hair.