The right technique can make it easier for you to achieve silky smooth and silky hair! Reduce the frequency of shampooing and choose gentle hair care products to get hair that is so smooth. In addition, avoid using heating tools to style your hair too often because it can damage the hair and make it dry. Try a deep conditioning treatment for silky smooth and silky hair instantly!
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Method 1 of 3: Hair Care
Step 1. Wash your hair several times a week, and not every day
In order to keep your hair smooth and soft, you must maintain its natural moisturizers, namely the oils that your scalp produces to strengthen your hair. If you wash your hair every day, this moisturizing oil will go away. As a result, the hair shaft will feel dry and rough instead of smooth and soft.
- Determine a shampooing schedule that suits your needs. Some people wash 2-3 times a week, while others shampoo every 2 days, especially if their hair is oily.
- If your hair looks or feels greasy between washes, apply dry shampoo to the roots. Massage this dry shampoo on your scalp, then smooth it out with a comb.
Step 2. Use cold water when shampooing
Washing with icy water may be difficult for you. However, if you want to get smooth and soft hair, try to use the coldest water possible when shampooing. Cold water will help flatten the hair shaft so that when dry, your hair will look smooth and shiny. On the other hand, hot water will make your hair frizzy and dry.
If you don't like cold showers, try taking a warm bath and washing your hair with cold water separately
Step 3. Use a sulfate-free shampoo
Sulfates are found in many cleaning products, including dish soap, laundry detergent, and more. Sulfates are effective in removing fats and oils. However, this material is too harsh for the hair so that it can make it damaged and tangled. Therefore, look for a sulfate-free shampoo that can clean your hair without stripping it of its natural protective oils.
Step 4. Use a moisturizing conditioner
Conditioner can help keep hair smooth and soft by moisturizing and detangling. However, try to find a conditioner that can smooth the hair without making it limp. Silicone-free conditioners are the best option because silicone residue can build up on your hair and make it look dull over time. So, look for products that contain glycerin instead.
The leave-in conditioner is suitable for hair that tends to be dry or rough. Since there is no need to rinse, this conditioner will provide extra protection for your hair from moisture and dry air that can cause frizz
Step 5. Use a wide-toothed comb to untangle the tangled hair
Detangling your hair while it's wet with a comb will prevent it from breaking and breaking. Hair is very brittle when wet, and a wide-tooth comb allows you to untangle it without any problems. For best results, start combing from the ends of your hair and work your way up to the roots.
Step 6. Use a boar bristle brush to comb the hair after it dries
This brush is made of natural bristles that are similar in texture to human hair. This brush is useful for pulling sebum from the scalp to the ends of the hair. That way, the entire hair shaft will get nutrients evenly. The effectiveness of brushing hair with a boar bristle brush to smooth and soften hair is the same as using a deep conditioning treatment.
- Don't brush your hair while it's still wet as it can break it.
- Only use a boar bristle brush, or another brush specifically designed to spread out the hair's natural oils. A plastic bristle brush will not provide the same benefits and may even damage your hair.
Step 7. Trim the ends of the hair every 6-12 weeks
Trimming the ends of dry and rough hair will make it appear lighter, smoother, and softer. Make an effort to trim your ends regularly to remove damaged and split ends. No need to trim the ends of the hair too long, just about 2-3 cm.
Step 8. Use a silk pillowcase or wear a silk scarf at night
A cotton pillowcase will absorb moisture from your hair. As a result, the hair will become dry and dull in the morning. Start using a silk pillowcase or wrap your hair in a silk scarf before going to bed and your hair will feel soft and silky in the morning.
Method 2 of 3: Using Deep Conditioner
Step 1. Do a treatment with coconut oil to restore moisture to the hair
Try this treatment once a week for silky, soft and shiny hair. Prepare about 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of melted coconut oil (which is not hot) then massage it from the roots to the ends of the hair evenly. Comb your hair and cover it with a shower cap or plastic bag then leave it on for 1 hour or even overnight.
- Clean coconut oil from hair with shampoo. Once your hair is dry, you will be impressed with the results.
- Coconut oil is solid at room temperature. So you may need to warm it up first.
- Use unprocessed coconut oil because it is more suitable for beauty treatments.
Step 2. Use olive oil to easily moisturize hair
Apply 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of olive oil to your hair using a comb. After that, cover your hair with a shower cap or plastic bag. Let the olive oil soak into the hair shaft for 1 hour then open the lid and wash your hair with shampoo. Dry your hair as usual.
Step 3. Make a natural hair care mask from egg whites
This mask works great in place of conditioner and can make your hair look smoother and shinier instantly. Separate 2 eggs then beat the whites in a bowl. Wet hair in the shower then apply the egg white evenly from the roots to the tips of the hair with a comb. Leave the egg whites on while you shower then use shampoo and cold water to wash them off.
- If you want, you can add 2-3 drops of lemon oil to the egg whites for a fresher aroma.
- Don't use hot water to rinse the egg whites out of your hair, as this can overcook them!
Step 4. Try using a banana and honey mask to get bright and shiny hair
Honey can brighten, smooth, and soften hair. Meanwhile, bananas can provide moisture to the hair. Mash the bananas with 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of honey. After that, wet your hair in the shower and apply a banana and honey mask evenly from roots to ends with a comb. Leave this mask on while you shower then wash it off with shampoo.
Step 5. Have a deep conditioning treatment at the salon
There are many salons that offer professional deep conditioning treatments. This treatment consists of using oils and special ingredients that can penetrate into the hair shaft so that it will remain smooth for several days. This option is suitable for those of you who plan to attend special events such as weddings, graduations, or parties.
Method 3 of 3: Hair Styling
Step 1. Use a serum to prevent frizz
If your hair tends to be rough and dry, serums are an effective product for reducing frizz. Use a small amount of serum after bathing, or apply serum after your hair is dry if it tends to tangle easily during the day.
Step 2. Use argan oil to make your hair shinier
This oil comes from a tree that grows in Morocco. This oil is known to improve the condition of the hair to keep it smooth, strong and healthy. This oil is so light that it can be used like a leave-in conditioner. Just rub in a little argan oil while your hair is still slightly damp after shampooing, especially at the ends.
There is no need to apply a lot of this oil to the roots of the hair because this part usually gets oily faster than the rest of the hair
Step 3. Use a heat protectant before styling your hair with a heater
If you plan to dry, straighten or curl your hair, be sure to always use a heat protectant. This product will prevent the heat from the appliance from burning your hair and making it damaged and dull. Simply spray this product on your hair and allow it to dry before styling your hair with the appliance.
Step 4. Use a blow dryer to smooth the hair
Hot temperatures can also make hair look smooth and soft. Use a round comb through sections of hair, starting from the roots to the tips. Point the hair dryer at the section of hair that is being combed. Repeat several times until the area is completely dry before continuing.
- A round comb will help smooth and straighten fine to medium textured hair. Meanwhile, if your hair is coarse, a slightly curved comb will help you style your hair the way you want it while also following the natural contours of your head.
- A heat protectant product will help ensure the result looks smooth and soft.
- Don't use a blow dryer every day because it will eventually make your hair coarse and brittle. It's best to only style your hair this way for special occasions.
Step 5. Use a straightener to straighten the hair
Straighteners (vise) can smooth and flatten the cuticles on the hair shaft. Comb your hair after it dries, making sure there are no tangles. After that, heat up the straightener and use it to straighten 5 cm of hair a little at a time. Try not to straighten a section of hair more than once as this can damage it.
- Straightening your hair too often can damage it. So, it's best to only straighten your hair when you really need it.
- You may need to consider straightening your hair with professional help. Look for permanent hair straightening treatments offered by local salons.
Step 6. Use a curling iron to curl your hair
Use curling irons if you prefer the look of curly hair that is bouncy rather than straight. Wrap 2-8 cm of hair around the appliance away from your face. After 10-30 seconds, remove the hair and continue curling the next section. Continue until all of your hair is done curling.
- Choose a curling iron with a small diameter (1-2 cm) for tight curls, and a larger diameter (5 cm) for looser curls.
- If your hair is naturally curly, you can define the shape and smooth it by curling it in its natural pattern.
- To define unheated curls, try a curl enhancing cream or gel. Use this cream a lot then wrap the hair around the fingers in the direction of the natural curl pattern.
Tips
- Don't tie your hair too tightly.
- Avoid touching your hair too often as it can also make it tangle.
- Do not use heat to style your hair too often because it can damage it.
- Try using a comb from buffalo bones. This comb is great for hair. Comb it 100 times through your hair and you will get healthy and shiny hair.
