Taking great care of your hair is an important part of any health and beauty regime. With a few simple practices, it’s easy to give your hair the love it deserves and make it part of your self-care ritual. Let’s look at 5 ways to make sure you are taking care of those lush locks GF!
1 . Wash according to hair type
How often to wash your hair really depends on your hair type. If your hair is dry, you’ll want to shampoo your hair about twice a week. If you have oily hair, you’ll need to wash your hair more frequently. Normal hair types can be washed whenever your hair feels and looks like it needs it. For thicker and curlier hair, you may be able to get away with washing your hair just once a week. With curly hair, it can take a little longer for the oils from your scalp to make their way down your strands of hair.
2. Keep it natural
Many of us like to straighten or curl our hair, yet heat styling tends to damage the hair cuticles, causing split ends. As an alternative to heat styling, consider using natural products to style your hair. If you have dry and curly hair, coconut oil is the perfect product. It’s the best natural moisturizer and you can use it like a leave-in conditioner. The product is useful to prevent brittle hair and stimulate hair growth. It’s not just a great product for the hair, you can also use coconut oil to get glowing skin. If you have fine and straight hair, try using an avocado and honey hair mask. You can make this hair mask easily by mashing up one-two avocados and adding a tablespoon of honey. Massage into your hair and leave for fifteen minutes before rinsing out. Remember, if you have fine hair, you can always add clip-in hair extensions to make your hair look thicker and longer.
3. Consider your nutrition
What you eat can have a big impact on the health of your hair. You should focus on foods that have plenty of nutrients and protein. Eat lots of citrus fruits for Vitamin C and fish to get omega 3 fatty acids. Eggs and chicken are rich in b12 which is great for your hair, if you’re a vegan you can get B12 from mushrooms or tempeh. Zinc is also beneficial for the hair, you can consume zinc by eating red meat, or chickpeas.
4. Sulfate-free shampoo
Many shampoos contain sulfates, which makes the shampoo lather up nicely. The problem with sulfates is that they strip your hair of natural oils, causing your hair to become brittle and dry. Choose a sulfate-free shampoo to keep your hair healthy. To find yourself a great shampoo check out the Think Dirty app. Here you can find out which brands are best for your hair, and best for the planet too!
5. Regular hair cuts
Getting your hair cut regularly will stop you from getting too many split ends, keeping your hair healthy, and stimulating growth. As a general rule, you should aim to have your hair cut around every 3-5 months (depending on your hair type). Shorter hair may require more frequent cuts if you’re sticking to a certain style. Keeping your hair healthy is all about finding the best products that work for your hair. You may need to experiment with a few products until you find the perfect conditioner or the best hair mask for your hair type.
TDP x
