There are many tips and techniques that can be learned when it comes to hair care. Read on for ideas on how you can decide which styles and hairdressing methods can bring out the best in your hair!
In order to have healthy hair, you first need to have a healthy body. Your hair will respond to the healthy food you eat and the water you drink to nourish it from the inside. A balanced diet should consist of vegetables and fruits, whole grains, beneficial fats and lean protein, which helps your hair stay strong and healthy.
Never brush wet hair. It’s much more likely to break if you brush it when it’s wet. Always brush your hair when it is dry, in order to avoid damaging your hair.
Use a blow dryer as sparingly as possible. Using heat to style the hair can cause damage and frizziness. Instead, wrap wet hair inside a towel for a while. This will make your hair dry naturally, leaving you with minimal frizz.
You should not ever tug or rub your hair using a towel when you are drying your hair. This can make hair frizzy and stretch it out which makes the strands break. Instead of rubbing, pat your hair dry and gently squeeze the moisture out of your hair. Then wrap it in a towel, if you wish. Also, you should not use a brush or comb on wet hair, unless the comb is wide-toothed.
If your hair is dull and lifeless use a shampoo that is suited for ‘clarifying’. Lifeless, dull hair is usually caused by build-up of hair products. To prevent this, try using a clarifying shampoo one or two times a week, in order to strip any dirt or hairdressing product residue that has accumulated.
When conditioning your hair, spread it evenly throughout so that all parts are conditioned equally. You should also, for best results, let the conditioner remain in your hair for a few minutes prior to rinsing it out.
Follow the hairdressing directions on the box after coloring your hair, especially when it comes to the shampooing process. The hair cuticle must have time to seal before shampooing to ensure your color lasts. Even a little bit of dampness can open your hair’s cuticle during the 48-hour period. Your patience will result in shiny and healthy hair.
Regular swimmers should always wet their hair prior to entering the chlorinated water so that less of the chemical is absorbed. It is also important to either wear a cap when you swim or wash and moisturize your hair immediately following a swimming session. This will keep damage to a minimum.
Never brush or comb your hair while it is still wet. Be sure that your comb has wide set teeth, and that the bristles on your brush are soft and flexible. If your hair is thick, comb tangles out one section at a time.
When you shampoo your hair, you should avoid using products that will strip it of its oils. Though you may have naturally oily hair, applying harsh shampoos that strip oils away may in fact promote additional oiliness. The best way to tame excess oil is to use the least invasive shampoo possible. Many people will wash with conditioner only, a couple of times a week.
Two easy ways to get your hair looking its best is to eat right and refrain from smoking. To help make it easier during your hair care regimen that works with the shape of your face, know the style, length and your hair texture.
