To keep long hair shiny, you have to take good care of it. Take care of long hair by trimming the ends regularly and following a balanced diet, choosing tools and products that are beneficial and can protect your hair, while avoiding all that can cause breakage and frizz. Also provide extra protection for hair throughout the night.
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Part 1 of 3: Caring for Body and Hair
Step 1. Trim the ends of the hair regularly
While cutting your hair frequently won't make it grow any faster, trimming the ends regularly will help maintain the length. Trim your ends every 6 to 8 weeks to get rid of the damaged areas and prevent split ends. If you do this regularly, you will only need to trim about 1cm of the ends of your hair.
Step 2. Reduce the frequency of use of shampoo
The use of shampoo will remove the natural oils that are beneficial for the hair. In fact, this oil is what keeps your long hair healthy. If you choose to use shampoo, just use it 2-3 times a week and always use conditioner after. If you want to avoid shampoo, switch to using a cleansing conditioner.
Always apply shampoo directly to the scalp, and conditioner to the ends of the hair
Step 3. Dry the hair carefully
After shampooing, squeeze the remaining water in the hair with a towel. Use a wide-toothed comb to untangle your hair. If possible, avoid using a hairdryer and allow your hair to dry on its own.
Avoid rubbing your hair roughly with a towel as this can cause frizz and split ends
Step 4. Live a healthy diet
Your diet affects the health of your hair. To keep your long hair shiny and healthy, drink plenty of water and eat foods rich in vitamins A, B, C, D, E, and K.
- To increase your intake of vitamins A, C, E, and K, increase your consumption of mangoes, kale, spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados, and apples.
- To increase your intake of vitamins B and D, increase the consumption of animal foods that include fish and dairy products.
Step 5. Avoid using tight hairstyles
While ponytails, braids, and buns look beautiful and stylish, the tension in your hair can cause damage. The best style for long hair is to let it down. If you want, tie your hair down and not too tight.
Step 6. Reduce friction in the hair
The ends of the hair can split when rubbed with certain materials. Style your hair in a bun down or sideways when you're wearing furry or woolen clothing.
Part 2 of 3: Choosing the Right Products and Equipment
Step 1. Choose nutritious products according to your hair type
When choosing a hair care product, read the label and ingredient list carefully. Make sure to always buy products that suit your hair type specifically. Avoid products that contain sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium laureth sulfate, and isopropyl alcohol. Instead, look for products that contain certain natural ingredients such as avocado oil, honey, or coconut oil.
Don't just try out new products for your hair
Step 2. Choose the heater carefully
Regular or excessive exposure to heat will damage long hair. If possible, buy salon-quality equipment. When buying, choose a straightener or curling iron that lists the temperature in degrees, not just "high", "medium" and "low" temperature options. The choice of temperature in degrees allows you to have more control over the temperature of the appliance. When choosing a blow dryer, look for a product that has a heat-diffusing funnel as it allows you to distribute the heat throughout your hair.
Step 3. Purchase a high quality hair brush
A good hair brush is very beneficial for long hair. Choose a natural bristle brush, ideally a boar bristle brush. Your brush should also be strong enough to smooth out tangles, but also soft enough not to pull the hair too hard.
Step 4. Limit the use of dyes and hair care products
Dye can damage your hair, while overuse of grooming products can put a strain on your hair.
- The best option is to avoid coloring your hair, highlighting your natural hair color. If you choose to dye your hair, just use it where you really need it.
- So that your long hair looks bouncy, just use a small amount of hair care products because over time the hair care products will accumulate on the scalp. Excessive use of hair care products will burden the hair shaft so that it looks limp and limp.
Part 3 of 3: Protecting Hair at Night
Step 1. Brush your hair before going to bed
Brushing your hair should be included in your bedtime treatment. Use a wide-toothed comb or a boar bristle brush to brush your hair. Brush your hair from roots to ends several times. This will smooth out any tangles and spread the hair's natural oils throughout the shaft.
Step 2. Use a hair tie at night
When worn at night, hair bands can cause damage to the roots and hair shafts. If you want to style your hair up at night, replace the hair band with a hair tie. Before going to bed, twist your hair into a bun on top of your head and hold it in position with a hair tie.
Step 3. Use a silk pillowcase
Touching a cotton pillowcase can cause hair damage due to friction. Switch to a silk pillowcase to prevent split ends. If a silk pillowcase is too expensive for you, simply wrap your hair in a silk scarf before going to bed.
Step 4. Consider wearing a sleeping cap
Waking up with tangled hair is no fun. So, protect your hair at night with a sleeping cap. A sleeping cap will protect your hair as you move around at night so it doesn't get too tangled the next day.
Tips
- There are so many styles for long hair, trying them out is fun.
- Seeking the opinion of a professional hair stylist is a good step. Sometimes, short hair is more suitable for some people, and hair stylists know that.
- Tying your hair is a great move during exercise or during activities that require a full view.
- Applying coconut oil at night before washing your hair is known to reduce the protein that is lost when shampooing.
