No doubt you have noticed women walking by who have beautiful, lustrous hair. You probably wanted to walk up and ask what they do to keep their hair so clean and shiny.
Beautiful is really not difficult to achieve. As a matter of fact, the way to vibrant healthy hair is no great secret. Even if you suffer with dandruff, split ends, or excessively oily hair, if you just follow a few simple steps you will be able to enjoy hair beautiful again. Let’s look at a few of the ways you can have the beautiful hair you have always dreamed of.
First Off, Get to Know Your Hair
The first step is to get to know and understand your hair. For instance, are you aware that your hair is made up of two basic components?
The first is the hair shaft. This is the part you actually see on your head because the hair shaft lies above the scalp. This is the part you shampoo, condition, dry, curl, style, dye and perm. Interestingly the hair shaft, which is made up of protein, is not actually a living organism. That is why you can cut your hair without feeling any pain or discomfort.
The hair follicle, on the other hand, is invisible because it is located beneath the scalp. Each follicle of hair permeates several skin layers. Additionally, each hair follicle contains a bulb and it is this part of the hair that is alive. The hair bulb is surrounded by nourishing blood vessels that feed it and cause the follicle to grow.
Now that you know a little more about your hair, what can you do to make it healthier and more beautiful? Here are a few tips that will prove beneficial:
Check your Scalp Regularly
When your scalp is healthy you will enjoy healthier hair. An occasional clarifying shampoo is a good way to clean the scalp and prevent product build up that can clog your pores and damage hair growth. Use a gentle, all-natural clarifying shampoo every other week. Make sure that the product you choose is sulfate free.
Nourish and Moisturize Your Hair
Proper moisture is an essential element for beautiful, healthy hair. As your hair grows longer it may tend to become dry and brittle. No matter what type of hair you have, moisture is essential for its health.
Deep conditioning treatments done weekly will help you keep your hair properly moisturized. You can do this by simply adding natural or essential oils to your conditioner and working it well into your hair and scalp. Aloe Vera is a wonderful natural oil to use as part of your deep conditioning treatment. Many women also use natural butters and oils.
Remember that the best moisturizer for all parts of your body is clean, fresh water. It is a good idea to condition rinse your hair between shampoos. Do this by rinsing your hair using water and a natural conditioner. Choose an organic, non-petroleum conditioner that you can leave in your hair.
Protect Your Hair
Treat your hair as though it is expensive silk. Don’t be too rough when brushing it and never pull it tight using rubber bands that can break and tear your hair.
If your hair easily tangles, it is best to gently untangle it in sections. Allow sufficient time to properly wash and condition your hair on a regular schedule.
Have your hair trimmed every two to three months. This will get rid of any damaged hair, and will also help you keep your existing hair healthy.
Excessive heat is unhealthy for your head and scalp. Avoid the use of curling irons and hot rollers. If you use a blow dryer, try air drying your hair first. Then finish off the job with your blow dryer, and keep it on a low heat setting. If you use a curling iron, first use a heat protectant on your hair to prevent excessive damage the heat may cause.
Remember that harsh chemicals can damage your hair and cause it to become brittle and weak. Avoid permanent solutions, dyes and peroxide. If you do choose to color your hair, use a natural alternative such as henna.
If you want healthy, luxurious hair, it is important that you nourish it, moisturize it, keep it trimmed and avoid things that will damage it. Everything you do to your hair should be designed to keep your hair beautiful and healthy.