Hair is the crown of the body. Beautiful and shiny hair leaves a good impression of the beauty and personality of the person. Good care of hair plays a vital role in keeping the hair healthy and in avoiding damage to the hair. Good hair care requires some simple steps like shampooing and drying, brushing and combing, conditioning, dandruff, split ends, hair dyes and hair loss treatments.
The harsh ultraviolet rays of the sun play havoc on the hair by damaging the hair from inside and outside. Summer season require special care of hair as it makes the hair weak and dull. The moisture of the hair is dried up and the hair become brittle and has split ends.
Common Hair Care Mistakes to be avoided
Not Conditioning Hair– A conditioner after shampoo protects the hair from dryness by keeping them soft and smooth and free from split ends.
Heat styling without protection—the modern methods of heat styling make the hair brittle and dry. It is better to use a heat protective serum or hair spray before blow drying, curling or flattening the tresses.
Not brushing hair before a wash—hair breakage during shampoo can be reduced by running a hair brush through the tangled hair before washing them.
Rubbing the hair dry with a towel needs to be avoided. Hair is weak when wet and they tend to break by rubbing. The water should be squeezed out with a towel wrap. Comb should not be used to detangle wet hair and blow dries them.
Tying hair tight before sleeping—Tossing and turning in bed with hair tied very tightly result in hair breakage. The hair should be tied loosely before going to bed.
Applying hair styling products to the scalp—use of gels, serums and sprays to set the hair need to be limited. These products cause problems like hair fall, dull and lifeless hair
Tips for daily care of healthy, strong and shiny hair
Trim Hair Regularly – regular trimming of hair keep the hair healthy by cutting off the split ends. Split ends are caused by dryness caused by sunshine, combing and use of hair styling tools.
Use Appropriate Shampoo – It is important to use a shampoo that suits the type of hair Shampoos with mild chemicals are best as they do not harm the hair.
Be Gentle – the hair need to be brushed in a gentle manner. Harsh and excessive combing or brushing will damage the hair.
Healthy diet is an important factor for healthy hair. Food containing eggs, vegetables, legumes leafy vegetables and grains make the hair strong.
Stay natural—it is better to avoid using frequent hair driers, colors and heat exposures. The chemicals that are used in these products and methods are strong and harmful to hair.
Reduce stress and remain happy.—Stress leads to loss of hair.
Nourish Your Scalp – Hair need to be nourished at least once a week with oil to keep them
Summer hair care is required to reduce the frizz in the hair that comes with summer humidity and heat and leave the hair strong, smooth and shiny.