Everyone wants the perfect hair, but the ways we go about achieving that can have the opposite effect. Getting condition and style into the right balance is only done with care and knowledge. Read on for some great advice for attaining perfect hair.
Place your ponytail in a slightly different spot each time you wear a ponytail style. Regardless of the hair tie you use, repeated stress will always result in breakages. If you have to keep your hair back during work hours, be sure to give it a rest, and wear it down when you’re off the clock.
To get your hair in better condition and make it stronger, try not to use too many hand-held drying devices. Some appliances, especially curling irons and blow dryers, can do a number on your hair, which makes controlling frizz and repairing damage a real pain. Every so often, give your hair some time away from the heat!
Nevermind the old wives’ tale about more frequent trims causing your hair to grow faster. Healthy hair grows roughly the same amount each month, approximately half an inch. Although, during the summer hair does tent to grow a bit faster, or if you are taking biotin supplements, but mostly it’s hormones which control growth, not how often you cut it. Trims can help with appearance, as they remove split ends.
Avoid sun damage by using hair products with sunscreen. Too much sun can damage your hair and make it harder to care for. Taking good care of your hair will make it last longer and preserve your natural color.
You can damage your hair by blowdrying it. 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. Use your fingers to untangle knots, and then dry your hair gently before you brush it.
When you use a blow dryer on your hair, move it around to avoid heating one section of hair for too long. This helps you to avoid your hair becoming damaged from overheating.
If you have curly hair, you ought to use a satin pillowcase. Regular pillowcases made of cotton absorb oils in your hair and can cause hair to get dry. This type of pillowcase helps your hair due to the softness of the fabric. Your hair won’t tangle or curl up on you while you sleep. A scarf or bonnet made of satin also make suitable alternatives.
Don’t become too loyal to one brand of conditioner or shampoo. By switching your brands periodically your hair will become more responsive to the active ingredients in the products. You may see that one type of shampoo removes the buildup left by another, which in essence keeps your scalp clean and healthy.
It can be difficult to maintain beautiful hair, considering how much we put it through every single day. All the products and tools used on hair can be damaging. Hopefully, this article has introduced you to a few new ways to achieve a balance between great control, style and condition!