As the saying goes that not everything in life comes easy, the same rule applies when it comes to keeping your hair healthy and beautiful. You need to put in a little extra effort to take care of your hair and prevent various problems like dandruff, hair fall, split ends, itchy scalp etc. But the hectic lives that we lead, not always do we find the time to pamper ourselves no matter how much we may want to do so. Have you ever been just too busy to take care of your hair? Then here are few basic points to remember even if life gets busy:
Oil your hair
Oil your hair frequently to keep it nourished and healthy. Different oils like olive oil, coconut oil and castor oil could be used. Massage the oil slowly into the scalp and leave it on for at least two hours before shampooing. Oil forms a protective barrier around the cuticle and nourishes the hair shaft. Coconut oil nourishes the hair shaft with its chain of fatty acids. The high protein content of castor oil fills in the damaged keratin spots of your hair. One can use cold pressed virgin coconut oil in summer and almond oil in winter for massage.
Get enough sleep
It's unfortunate how many of us forget the importance of adequate sleep. Lack of sleep not only puts you in a bad mood, it also affects your hair. It has been found in studies that sleep deprivation for a prolonged period of time can induce more oil production in the scalp, leaving your hair dull looking. Make sure to get at least seven to eight hours of sound sleep every night to keep your hair in a healthy condition.
Check what you eat
No matter what products you use, if you are not eating healthy, it will reflect on your hair. Since our hair is made of protein, your diet should consist of protein-rich foods like lean meat, eggs, fish, pulses etc. Don't forget to eat a lot of green veggies like spinach, kale as well. If you want to bring back the shine to your hair, you should also consume seafood and fish oil that contain omega-3 fatty acids. Alternatively, you can take biotin supplements.
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Choose the right haircare products
Everyone has different hair, so choosing the right product that works for your hair type is crucial. What is meant for oily hair may not give the same results for your dry hair. Moreover try to avoid products that contain sulphates and paraben as they can cause damage to your hair.
Stop washing your hair daily
Well, no one likes their hair oily and limp but washing your hair every day can do more harm than good. Shampooing twice or thrice a week should be enough to keep your hair clean, but those living an active life can wash their hair every alternate day.
Moisturising is important
While shampooing cleans all the oils from the scalp most conditioners replenish lost lipids and proteins. So whenever you shampoo use conditioner after it. This way your hair will stay healthy and strong. Remember, moisturising is the key to breathe new life into your hair. If you can't make time on the weekdays, make sure to treat your hair with a deep conditioning mask at least once a week.
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Always keep your scalp clean
Whenever you feel your scalp is oily or dirty, give it a good wash. Make it a habit to wash your hair every alternate day with mild nourishing shampoo if it's a common problem. This way hair shafts will remain clean and dust will not accumulate in our scalp, reducing the chances of hair loss.
Let hair dry naturally and avoid using chemical laced products
Rushing to dry hair with heat is the most harmful thing we can do for our tresses. Avoid going for chemical treatments as it will become a vicious cycle. Just let your hair breathe and be healthy.
Take care of your hair and keep it healthy with these easy tips.
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