We all want a beautiful head of hair, but we don’t want to do damage to the hair we already have by over styling it. It takes some know-how to attain a good balance between beautiful hair and trendy styling. The tips in this article will show you how to take great care of your hair, so it will look and feel amazing.
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.
Drink more water! Your hair needs water to thrive especially during the winter months. Increasing your water intake will help no matter what your hair type is. Start carrying a bottle with you and make sure that you are going through at least a few bottles every day. Your hair will thank you.
It is important that you only buy shampoos and conditioners that match your hair type. For example, if you have dry hair, you should purchase shampoos and conditioners made specifically for dry hair. Your hair’s condition will not improve if you do not buy the relevant products to help it.
Only wash your hair as often as you think it needs washed. Everyone’s hair is different but a good way to go about it is to wash it and condition it every other day or around 2-3 days a week depending on your daily activities and your body’s physiology.
Have a look at outside influences if you find that your hair is looking dull or flat. Factors such as nicotine, unhealthy diet, lack of physical exercise and too much stress or anxiety can all impact on the way that your hair looks. Make changes in these areas where necessary.
Make sure you only apply conditioner to your hair and not to your scalp. It is the hair shaft that needs to be conditioned and have the oils and moisture replaced. Applying conditioner to your scalp will only make it more oily and weigh your hair down. Start putting the conditioner on your hair from about midway down all the way to the tips.
Use your heat-styling implements, such as curling irons or flattening irons, on the lowest effective heat setting. Heated metal can cause your hair serious damage, especially if you have curly or dry hair. Use conditioners to lock in moisture and add strength to your hair before using these types of styling tools.
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.
Do not believe the old advice about cutting your hair to encourage it to grow faster. Biologically, this is impossible. A trim can do wonders for the appearance of your hair, however, especially if the ends are split, dry or heavily damaged. For longer, healthier locks, treat your hair well and be patient as it grows.
If you care about your hair, watch your stress levels. Stress can trigger a condition known as telogen effluvium, causing your hair to fall out. The condition is usually temporary, usually dissipates as your stress levels fall. It can occur multiple times in your life, though, and in rare cases, the loss is permanent.
Make sure that you use hair care products that are formulated for your specific hair type. Using the wrong type can cause damage to your hair. For example, using a product that is made for people with oily hair may remove oils from the head of a person with brittle hair, which would cause damage and/or hair loss.
If you are interested in going blond, try highlights first! Lightening your hair to the extreme can cause serious damage, so be sure it’s something you really want before committing to it. Pretty highlights might be just the thing that you need to brighten your hair, without the harsh damage that coloring can do.
Conditioner is one of the best things that you can use in your hair care regimen, as it helps to create a shield from wind and airborne bacteria outdoors. Use conditioner after shampoo in the morning before work or school to maintain a comfortable feeling throughout the day and night.
Good hair can be hard to have, especially since we do so much to it! All the products that we use to manage our hair can have a negative effect over time. Hopefully, this article offered some help, so you can have the hair you have always dreamed of.
