Everyone wants the lustrous hair of a beauty commercial, but the harder we try, the more damaged our hair becomes. It takes a lot of research and knowledge to figure out how to keep hair in great condition while giving it the style you want. The following guide will help you achieve great looking hair and it will also give you guidelines on how to keep it like that.
Healthy hair is an outcome of a body that is healthy. Eating foods with good nutritional value and getting all of the water that your body needs can dramatically improve the quality of your hair. A balanced diet should consist of vegetables and fruits, whole grains, beneficial fats and lean protein, which helps your hair stay strong and healthy.
To keep your hair healthy and free from damage, avoid brushing it while it is wet. Wet hair can be damaged more than hair that is dry because it’s more fragile. To keep damage to a minimum, either run a brush through your hair before showering, or wait until afterwards when its had the time to properly dry.
Heavy conditioners are not meant for fine, thin hair. The weight of the conditioner acts to flatten and minimize the appearance of the hair. Lighter conditioners, delivered in a spray or mousse are the best to give your hair good volume without weighing it down or causing a limp, greasy look.
When you dry your hair, a blow dryer should be avoided. Styling with heat can really damage your hair and leave it frizzy and unruly. Instead, when your hair is wet keep it in a towel until it dries out. Your hair will then dry the natural way and it will not be frizzy.
Trimming your hair frequently does not help it grow faster, this is a myth. No matter how much you trim, human hair grows around 1/2 inch a month. 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. You can eliminate split ends with trimming though.
Do you like what the ocean does to your hair? Some of these products are specifically labeled as ocean spray. You can create your own salt solution by mixing a cup of water with a spoonful of salt. Mix that with 10-12 drops of oil and you have now mimicked that ocean spray.
Over time, heat from curling irons and blow dryers may damage your hair. Special gels and serums are available to help protect against the damage caused by heat styling tools. These products help protect your hair from the heat that comes from these tools.
To prevent nighttime damage to your hair, use a satin pillowcase. Traditional cotton ones may facilitate drying of the hair and leaching of key oils. This type of pillowcase helps your hair due to the softness of the fabric. Your hair won’t tangle or curl up on you while you sleep. A bonnet or scarf that is satin is also something you can use.
Growing and maintaining healthy hair can be difficult as your locks have to endure a lot during a typical working day. All the different products and tools we use to control our hair can really damage it after a while! This article will have hopefully shown you some new ways to get a better balance in between control and style.
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