Ever since I came back from my recent oversea trip, I have often had bad hair days. At first I thought it was due to lack of sleep and poor diet. But after talking to a close friend of mine who is a hair treatment specialist, I begin to understand the right techniques to care for my hair.
Below is a list which I have compiled from talking to my friend in addition to whatever research I can find online. I hope these info would useful to you too.
Avoid the Scalp
When you are using products for your hair make sure that you apply them directly to the hair and not on the scalp. This is important because adding hair products to your scalp can clog the pores of your head, which could lead to hair damage and/or loss of hair.
The Next Time You Go Swimming
If you are going to be swimming in a pool you should wet your hair before hand so that your hair is mostly soaking up the water you put in it and not the chlorinated water. Chlorinated water is not good for your hair, especially if it is color treated.
If you enjoy swimming in pools during the spring and summer, take time to protect your hair before hitting the water. Either soak your hair in regular water to discourage the absorption of chlorinated water, or wear a bathing cap to avoid drying out your delicate tresses. Your hair will thank you for it.
Use the Right Hair Brush
When choosing a brush to use on your hair, choose one with soft bristles, instead of hard ones. There are brushes available that are made of animal fibers or soft bristles that will be easier on your hair and not cause any type of damage to your beautiful hair!
Improve Your Diet and Lifestyle
If you are plagued by hair problems, your diet might be the source of these issues. A well-balanced diet containing high-quality protein, B-12 and iron are important for healthy hair. Consider a multivitamin if you can not ingest enough of these vital nutrients into your daily diet.
In order to have good hair you should live a healthy lifestyle. Too much stress, smoking, non nutritious foods and lack of exercise all contribute to the damaging of your hair. So, to help you maintain good quality care and be able to manage it properly, avoid living an unhealthy lifestyle, instead choose to live healthy!
Try to cut out the fats and oils from your diet, or limit them significantly. Foods that have a lot of fat can reduce your body's functionality, which impacts your hair and scalp. Stick to a diet that is rich in fruit and vegetables and stay away from candy and junk food.
Home Remedies
Many at-home remedies can solve oily hair problems. Common household products, such as lemon juice, can get rid of the extra oil. As an extra bonus they give the hair a shiny look! It will also save you money, since you won't have to buy those expensive $10 bottles of conditioner. Try using items from your kitchen.
There is a great homemade remedy that can help to keep hair soft and shiny. With only a single ingredient, this trick is as simple as it is effective. Try massaging about a half of an egg white onto your hair and scalp and leave it on for five minutes. Rinse it with shampoo and you will have great looking hair.
Choosing the Right Hair Product
When choosing your hair products, look for products with no alcohol. Applying alcohol on your hair will make it very dry and fragile. If you still want to use products containing alcohol, avoid using these products on a daily basis and wash your hair thoroughly afterward, so that the product is rinsed out.
Look for haircare products that have a sunscreen ingredient. The sun can really damage your hair, negating anything you have done to help maintain it. By taking additional measures to protect your hair, you ensure that it looks and feels great and retains its color.
It is okay to use styling products on your hair as long as you refrain from using them every day of the week. Use then every so often and make sure that they do not contain alcohol, which will only serve to damage hair and make it dry and brittle.
Never Use Hot Water on Your Hair
It is important that you never use hot water to wash your hair. The only thing this is going to do is dry your hair out and when using hot water frequently, it could even cause irreparable damage to it. It is recommended that you use lukewarm water when washing your hair.
Pillowcase
Protect your curls with a satin pillowcase as opposed to a regular cotton one. Ordinary cotton pillowcases have a tendency to leach the oil and moisture out of your hair. Satin pillowcases protect your hair and allows you to wake with beautiful curls. A bonnet or scarf that is satin is also something you can use.
Be Gentle With your Hair
Do not roughly dry the hair with a towel. Using a heavy hand can promote breakage of the hair. Rather, squeeze your hair to remove excess moisture. Then gently pat your hair dry with a towel. Be sure to use a softer towel that is gentler on your hair.
Avoid the Sun
Like your skin, your hair should be protected against damage from sun exposure. When you're outside, you should use protective sprays and a hat that keeps hair safe from the wind or the sun. Your scalp can burn easily, so the protection is an added benefit. If your hair is color-treated it is vitally important to wear a hat when outdoors. The sun quickly fades color from your hair.
Don't Wash it Daily
Wash your hair when it seems dirty. Some folks insist on washing their hair daily. This could cause more damage than it will help. It could cause your hair and scalp to dry out. Typically, a person's hair only needs to be washed about two or three times a week.
Important Things to Know
Make sure your hair is thoroughly wet before you apply shampoo and begin washing it. If you start to scrub your hair and scalp without getting it wet enough first, you are much more likely to have strands of your hair break off in your hands. When the hair is wet, it is more pliable and will resist breakage better.
Don't use your bristle hairbrush on wet hair. Always use a comb or pick on your beautiful wet tresses. A hairbrush encourages breakage and split ends. Just lightly towel dry your hair and remove tangles by gently combing through your hair with a wide-toothed comb, or even your fingers. Allow to air dry whenever possible to minimize heat damage.
If you can, avoid using the blow dryer to dry your hair. The best way to dry your hair is to allow it to air dry naturally. If you must use your blow dryer, be sure to only use it on its coolest setting possible. Do not keep it in the same area of hair for more than a few seconds. Keep it moving as much as possible.
To improve the quality of air in your home, use a humidifier. This device can help to make the air in your home or apartment comfortable, while also restoring moisture to your hair. Keeping your hair moist is very important as you do not want it to dry out during the day.
If you can, try not to blow dry your hair too often and do not color your hair frequently. Both of these can cause your hair to dry out, damaging it in the process. If these products have already dried your hair out, you can use coconut oil twice a week to add moisture.
Damaged hair are mostly UN-repairable and I hope the above tips and techniques are useful in helping you maintain your hair for a long time to come.
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