Long Hair Care

It’s well said that beauty lies in the eyes of beholder. Similarly is the case with your hair too. Some like it long some short others cropped. Maintenance of long hair is cumbersome in today’s fast paced life. Longhair care and attention is more demanding than other kinds of hair. Some ways are suggested for long hair care: -

Brushing and combing -

though combing is important activity and first step in long hair maintenance, it could be abrasive and can leave the cuticle damaged. Its necessary to choose the right kind of brushes and combs according to hair length, texture and thickness. It’s normal to loose 50-100 strands of hair in a day. Always invest in natural bristle brushes manufactured from natural non-synthetic materials. Cheap plastic synthetic combs cuts and scratches your hair. Good combs are pricey as they are processed with hands, but it is always suggested to go for a superior one.

Cleansing and conditioning -

the second step involves decontamination. It’s important to use right kind of shampoo according to skin texture and hair type. Ignorance and negligence can contribute to hair damage. Vigorous washing and scrubbing can injure the skin surface and can cause hair loss. Rub scalp gently with fingers. Wet hair is more susceptible to breakage so combing hair in wet state is prohibited. Be Careful enough in Choosing hair products. Chemicals, gels, sprays can result in flouting and can cause allergic reactions related with skin. Ph balanced shampoo are best. Cleansers and shampoo with sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium laureth sulfate are the harshest element. These can irritate scalp and can result in dandruff, rashes, inflamed skin etc. as they rip natural oils and the hair becomes more subjected to dryness. Similarly avoid products having humectants and DEA (diethanolamine) and buy a shampoo/conditioner with goodness of vitamin or herbal extract. Infusium 23 penetrates, restructures and smoothens cuticle. Always Rinse hair with cold water. Hot oil treatment, olive oil massage, jojoba or peach kernel restores moisture. Headgear, scarf, hats protects hair form harsh sun (UV damage) and other air suspended pollutants.

Hair Blowing, styling and accessories -

drying, blowing or using heated appliances as curlers rods and straighteners can cause abrasion. Never braid your hair tightly. Hair styling accessories as clips, barrettes, pins, bands kills the hair. Metal accessory should be avoided, instead opt for scrunchies.

Food and growth -

last mantra is a balanced diet for proper nourishment in form of proteins, minerals and vitamins. Fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes fibers, grains and biotin consumption are required for healthy lustrous hair. Oils from fish, soybean, flaxseed and food with acids (omega 3 and 6) enrich hair.

Trimming and coloring -

length of hair should be proportionate with body. Texture, quality, shapes are other decisive factors. Trim neatly the split ends in every 10 weeks. It should be kept in mind that any external application or coloring damages hair. Greying is a universal phenomenon and everybody goes through this process. Some prefer to wear as it is for grace while some prefer coloring. Coloring should go complimentary with skin texture and face. Also make use of conditioners accordingly.

All these small practices will make your hair remarkably strong.