When it comes to self-care people just focus on face and body and forget about the most important part of their good looks “HAIRS”. Our hairs are our crown and it also deserves love and attention. A simple and good hair routine helps in achieving strong and healthy hair. In this hair guide, I’ll talk about basic hair care and provide you tips to maintain healthy hair.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR HAIR TYPE
Before starting any hair care routine, it’s important to understand what type of hair you have. Hair categorized on the basis of:
- Texture: straight, curly, wavy, coily
- Porosity: how well your hair absorbs or retain moisture
- Thickness: fine, medium, thick
Knowing hair type will help you choose right routine and right products.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER
Washing your hair is the most important when it comes to hair care routine that’s why choosing right shampoo according to your hair type is important. Avoid using products that contains Sulfates, parabens and alcohol which can strip your hair of its natural oils. Its better to opt products according to your hair type.
- For dry or damaged hair, look for hydrating shampoo with ingredients like shea butter, argan oil or keratin.
- For oily scalp, look for clarifying or oil control shampoos with ingredients like salicylic acid, aloe-Vera or tea tree oil
- For coloured hair, use color safe shampoos and conditioners to safe the dye.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU WASH?
Washing your hair regularly can strip it of its natural oil and leading to dryness and irritation, for most of hair types, washing 2-3 times a week is enough.
- Oily hair: every 2 day
- Normal hair: 2-3 times a week
- Dry or frizzy hair: once or twice a week.
OIL AND MASSAGE YOUR SCALP
A oil massage once in a week helps to boost blood circulation, strengthen roots and help in hair growth. Choose an oil according to hair type such as coconut oil, argan oil or castor oil.
USE HEAT WISELY
Heat styling tools leads to damaged hair and hair breakage. If you are using heat it’s important protect your hair with heat protectant spray. Use the low heat effective temperature setting and use heat only 2-3 times a week.
REGULAR TRIM
Trimming your hair in every 6-8 weeks to prevents from split ends, it may not grow your hair faster but it will help it grow healthier.
WHAT TO EAT FOR HEALTHY HAIR
Not only hair products but also a healthy and balanced diet is essential for healthy hair. Food includes:
- Protein (eggs, lentils, fish)
- Biotin (nuts, seeds, bananas)
- Iron and zinc (green vegetables, pumpkin seeds)
- Omega-3s (chia seeds)
BUILD A SIMPLE HAIR CARE ROUTINE
A good hair care routine doesn’t mean using a lot of products, it’s all about consistency. Just a simple and basic hair care comes in consistent can helps maintain healthy hair. Here’s a simple weekly plan:
- Wash days (1-2 times a week): shampoo, condition, deep condition or oil treatment
- Moisturize (every 2-3days): use a leave-in cream or lightweight oil for dry ends
- Scalp massage (2times a week): boosts circulation and relaxes you too!
- Protective styling: give your hair breaks and moisturize underneath
