When it comes to ways to enhance your natural beauty, taking good care of your hair is at the top of the list.
However many people don’t give their luscious locks the care and attention they deserve (or need!)
Taking gcare of your hair doesn’t have to be a complicated ten step process, but there are some simple things that you can do to make sure it looks as good as it can. Here are just a few tips to give you a helping hand in this department.
Here are a few tips to give you a helping hand in this department:
Determine How Often to Wash Your Hair
How frequently you wash your hair really depends on your hair type. If you find that your hair is regularly oily, you will probably want to wash it on a more regular basis but not so frequently that you’re over stripping it of its natural oils.
Straight hair tends to need to be washed more often than curly hair. If you have curly hair that you find is looking too dry, you could try switching conditioners or using hair straighteners designed to drastically help reduce frizz.
Remember to take steps to avoid any damage that can be caused by using a thermal protectant.
Wash Your Hair the Way Your Hair Needs
Even though you have been washing your hair for your entire life, that doesn’t mean you have been doing it the right way.
Make sure all your hair is very wet before you start applying any products.
When it comes to applying the shampoo, don’t use too much as it’s just plain inefficient, and a waste.
Don’t forget to massage the shampoo into your scalp and rinse it off well until you can’t see any more bubbles or suds disappearing down the drain.
Many people choose to only focus on their scalp (where the source of the oil is) rather than always stripping their ends as well.
Take the Time to Dry Your Hair
Many people wash their hair in a rush so they don’t then have the time to dry it properly which means that it won’t be looking its best during styling.
You should start by gently drying your hair with a towel before combing it out with a wide-tooth comb.
Try to avoid forcing the comb through as much as possible as this can cause breakage. Also try to avoid overusing your hairdryer as the heat can be damaging.
Protect Your Hair from Other Sources of Damage
There are a whole range of external factors that can damage your hair and cause it to break off or get too dry. The sun is one of the major ones but you can mitigate the problems it causes by wearing a hat when you go outside.
When you go swimming, the chemicals in the pool can also be an issue, so remember to wash your hair thoroughly afterward. Also, remember that temporary hair dye tends to be less damaging than its permanent equivalent.
Ultimately, taking good care of your hair is all about getting into good habits and taking extra precautions when exposing it to any potential damage.
