Are you constantly battling with hair that is dull and lifeless? Are you tired of it looking that way? There are a lot of things you can implement to make this better! Your hair quality will improve greatly by applying the tips you will learn in this article.
To restore your hair’s condition and give it more strength, reduce the amount of time that small appliances are used in styling your hair. Curling irons and blow dryers can seriously dry your hair, and can make it nearly impossible to control frizz and restore condition. Don’t go crazy with the heat. Let your hair rest every so often.
Blow Dryer
Keep in mind that using a blow dryer to dry your hair, can damage it if you use it wrong. What works best when using a blow dryer is to keep it on a cold air setting with constant movement of the dryer. This way, it moves around and not on one spot for too long. While you are drying your hair, untangle any knots using your fingers.
Learning how to help your hair retain moisture will protect it from dryness which can lead to brittleness and breakage. Pay attention to the water temperature when washing your hair, making sure that it is not too hot. Once you’ve finished shampooing your hair, follow up with a good rinsing in cool water. This keeps the moisture intact in the shafts of your hair.
When you are towel drying your hair, don’t tug on it or rub it vigorously. This can damage your hair and make it look fizz. Simply wrap your hair up inside a towel, or gently remove the extra moisture from all your hair via squeezing, patting, or blotting. Steer clear of combing or brushing wet hair if you do not own a comb with wide teeth.
Blow Dryer
Limit blow dryer use. The heat from a blow-dryer is often damaging to hair, so make sure to dry it naturally. Only use your blow dryer on the coolest setting, and move the dryer around your hair, rather than letting it blow on a single spot. To dry your hair more quickly, towel dry prior to using the blow dyer.
Spread any conditioner you use evenly through your hair. Give the conditioner a couple of minutes to soak into your hair before you rinse it out.
Limit cold exposure to your hair during the winter months. Your hair can be dried out by cold weather. In addition, cold weather can decrease your hair’s oils and important nutrients that are needed for good health. Make sure your hair has some protection if you are going to be out for long periods of time.
If you’ve colored your hair, wait at least two days before shampooing. Your color will be more fade resistant and look better for longer if you allow the cuticle to seal after the color chemicals have been applied. Even a little bit of dampness can open your hair’s cuticle during the 48-hour period. This will reward you and your patience with hair that is shiny and healthy.
With any luck, the ideas in this piece are ones you can simply combine into your everyday habits. If you use these tips, you are going to notice big changes in your hair’s appearance and texture.