There really can be bad hair days! Is it not? Do you find that the models’ bouncy and voluminous manes in hair care advertisements look like a fantasy most of the time? Yes, the most of them do go a little too far.
However, hair care specialists believe that with the right maintenance, healthy hair can become a reality. This post contains a carefully compiled selection of the best hair care advice.
Hair Care Practices
1. Regular Hair Washing
Regular hair washing keeps debris and extra oil off of your scalp and hair. The ideal frequency, however, will vary depending on your hair type and preferences. Wash your hair no more than twice a week if it is very dry. Washing your hair every other day will assist if you have an oily scalp.
2. Use Chemical Free Shampoos
You really can’t control all the environmental factors that damage your hair, but what you can control is the kind of shampoos you use. Lesser the number of chemicals in your shampoo, healthier your hair. Go for gentle shampoos that suit your hair type.
Sulfates and parabens in shampoos are used for lathering and preserving respectively, but they can cause skin irritation over time and increase the risk of hormonal disruptions.
3. Condition Correctly
Your conditioner contains ingredients that make the hair fall straight and manageable. It protects your hair from environmental aggressors and heat styling. However, it should be applied only on the tips of the hair and not on your scalp. Also, make sure to rinse it off thoroughly post application.
4. Dry Your Hair Naturally
We know. Blow drying makes your hair as beautiful as that of your on-screen idol. But excessive heat styling can damage your hair scalp. Limit it to important events, if you have to style. Air drying or towel drying after shampoo is the best way to go. Never sleep in wet hair or comb wet hair. Harsh rubbing with a towel can damage the cuticle of your hair. Be gentle.
5. Oil Your Hair Properly
Pre-shampoo treatments like oiling and massaging improve blood circulation on the scalp, relax your muscles, boost shine and nourish the hair. It also restores moisture content, enables hair growth and repairs split ends. You can choose from coconut oil, almond oil, olive oil, castor oil and the likes. Avoid using mineral oil on your hair.