Has your hair become straw and tangled? It's time to act to restore the health of your hair. By starting a new hair care routine, doing deep conditioning treatments and eating a nutritious diet full of healthy vitamins, your hair can return to its beautiful natural state.
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Part 1 of 3: Starting a New Routine
Step 1. Treat hair gently
Damaged hair is very fragile, and needs to be treated with care. If you're harsh on your hair, it can split or break, and it will look more tangled than before. From now on, take extra care for your hair, whether wet or dry. Here's what you should do:
- When using shampoo and other products, use your fingers to gently work the product from roots to ends. Don't rub your hair.
- Rinse your hair with warm water, not hot water.
- Do not twist your hair or dry it roughly with a towel. Squeeze out the water carefully, then dry with a soft towel.
Step 2. Reduce the frequency of washing your hair
When you wash your hair, the natural oils that prevent hair from drying out and tangling are removed. Washing your hair too often will make it frizzy and damaged. Reduce the frequency of washing your hair to once or twice a week so your hair has time to heal. After about a week, you will notice a positive change in the texture of your hair.
- Use shampoo sparingly. A little shampoo is enough. Your hair should not drip foam.
- If your roots feel greasy when you wash them, use a dry shampoo. After a few weeks of cutting back on washing your hair, your roots won't need to be treated as often.
Step 3. Dry as naturally as possible
You've probably heard that using a hairdryer will damage your hair, especially if it's already damaged. Keep a hairdryer and let your hair dry naturally. Familiarize yourself with the natural texture of your hair; if you learn to love and accept it, your hair will be less frizzy and dry.
- Avoid using hair styling tools with heat control. If you can, use curling irons and straighteners as little as possible.
- If you must use a hairdryer, set the heat to the lowest possible setting.
Step 4. Use a comb, not a hairbrush
A hairbrush with plastic bristles will pull on your hair, violently pulling out tangles and causing breakage and split ends. A wide-toothed comb is a better tool for untangling hair without causing damage. Start with the ends of your hair, then work your way up a few centimeters at a time until your hair is no longer tangled from tip to root.
Step 5. Stop damaging your hair with a few treatments
Coloring, bleaching, curling, and chemical straightening is the bane of healthy hair. There is no healthy way to permanently change the color and texture of your hair. So, you should stop all these practices.
- If you really want to dye your hair, try using natural dyes or henna to lighten or darken your hair color.
- You can still straighten and curl your hair without using heat.
Part 2 of 3: Bringing Your Hair Back
Step 1. Use a deep conditioning treatment once a week
A deep conditioning treatment can restore the vitality of your hair. This will bring out your hair's best natural texture, whether it's fine and soft or curly and bouncy. You can use a deep conditioner that is sold in the market by following the instructions for use, or make your own deep conditioner by doing the following steps:
- Wet your hair.
- Apply a tablespoon or two of coconut or olive oil. Comb through your hair evenly.
- Use a shower cap or cover your head with plastic wrap.
- Leave it for at least an hour or overnight.
- Wash your hair with shampoo as usual. It may be necessary to wash twice or more to rinse off any remaining oil.
Step 2. Make your own hair mask according to your hair texture
Hair masks are made from natural ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen. These natural ingredients will nourish your hair and will give you the stimulation you're looking for. Apply the hair mask in the shower, after wetting your hair. Leave it on for five minutes before you rinse it off with shampoo. Here are some great masks that you can try:
- For frizzy hair: use one beaten egg
- For dry hair: use 2 tablespoons whole milk or yogurt
- For unbalanced hair: use 2 tablespoons of honey
- For dull hair: use a mixture of 1 tablespoon white vinegar and 1 tablespoon water
Step 3. Apply finishing oil to wet or dry hair
Finishing oils are similar to leave-in conditioners, but they won't make your hair heavy or dull. How to use it, rub a little finishing oil with your palms. Use your fingers to work it all over your hair, focusing on the roots. Here are some examples of finishing oils that you can choose from:
- Coconut oil (for very dry hair)
- Argan oil
- Jojoba oil
- Almond oil
- Olive oil
Step 4. Try using a boar bristle brush
This special type of hairbrush is used to draw natural oils from the roots to the tips of your hair. The oil will act as an excellent conditioner. If your hair is damaged, this is the only type of brush that is safe to use. Sea urchins are natural fibers that are very similar in texture to human hair. Here's how to use it:
- A few hours before (or the night before) you plan to shampoo, brush your hair from root to tip. Press the brush up to the scalp and gently pull.
- Brush each section of your hair several times to distribute the oil.
- Use shampoo as usual.
Step 5. Only use all-natural products
The ingredients commonly used in most shampoos, conditioners, and styling products can damage your hair. When you want to restore healthy hair, it's a good idea to turn to all-natural products that are known to not damage your hair. Check product labels and avoid using the following ingredients:
- Sulfates: Commonly found in shampoos; This will strip your hair of its natural oils
- Silicone: Commonly found in conditioners; it will build up in your hair and make it look dull
- Alcohol: Commonly found in hairsprays, gels, and other products: This substance will dry out your hair
Part 3 of 3: Growing Healthy Hair
Step 1. Massage your scalp
Massaging your scalp will increase blood circulation in the area, which can encourage the growth of new, healthy hair. Get into the habit of massaging your head every time you shower. Using your fingertips, massage the scalp in small circular motions, making sure to massage all over the points.
- For a nourishing massage, dip your fingers in almond, jojoba, olive, or coconut oil before starting.
- Tea tree oil is said to promote hair growth; Try mixing five drops into a tablespoon of olive oil, then massage it into your scalp.
Step 2. Adopt a balanced diet
The food you eat has a huge impact on your hair. If you don't get enough vitamins and nutrients, your hair will look unhealthy and dull. Make sure you eat a balanced diet that contains the following hair-healthy components:
- Omega 3 fatty acids, contained in salmon, sardines, flax seeds (flax seeds), and avocado.
- Protein, contained in meat, fish, eggs, beans, and tofu.
- Other foods that are also good are shellfish/oysters, peanuts, bell peppers, Greek yogurt, papaya, and other fruits rich in vitamin C such as oranges.
- If you suspect that you have a vitamin or mineral deficiency that is causing hair problems, consider getting a diet adequate in iron, zinc, biotin, and vitamin B12 (you should take a vitamin B12 supplement if you are on a vegetarian diet), and contact your doctor to talk about your concerns. worry.
Step 3. Stay hydrated
Dehydration is another common cause of dry and damaged hair. Make sure to drink plenty of water during the day. When you feel thirsty, take water instead of coffee or soda. Coffee and soda can act as diuretics and actually dehydrate you.
- Alcohol can dehydrate the body quickly. When you drink alcoholic beverages, balance it by drinking a large glass of water.
- Try to bring a water bottle during the day so you don't run out of water.
Step 4. Protect your hair from the weather
Hair is easily damaged by the sun, extreme cold, and air pollution. Wear a hat designed to protect you from environmental factors that can harm the health of your hair. You should also wear a swim cap when swimming, to protect your hair from chlorine.
Step 5. Get your hair cut often
Getting into the habit of cutting your hair will refresh your hair and begin to replace damaged hair with healthier ones. Get in the habit of cutting your hair every three months, whether your hair is long or short. Even if you only cut about 2.5 cm, your look will be fresh every time.
- When you're at the salon, it's a good idea to tell your stylist that you only want to use natural products.
- Do not blow or straighten your hair while trying to restore the health of your hair.
Tips
- Take lots of vitamins. Biotin will improve skin and hair health.
- To avoid split ends, it's a good idea to style your hair like tying it, especially when the weather is too hot or too windy.
