Some people have go-to hair routines that keep their hair in check during the week, whereas others are just able to wake up with perfect hair every day. I know in today’s stressful and hectic lifestyle you tend to overlook taking care of your skin and hair. So read on to see our eight secrets to a good hair day every day!
Use a Hydrating Shampoo Twice a Week
Over-washing your hair with shampoo can leave it weak and brittle because you are stripping your hair of its natural oils. This leads to your scalp going into oil production overload trying to replenish the oil that was stripped away thanks to sulfates in shampoo. The good news is you can actually train your hair to be less greasy. As you extend the time between washes, your hair will gradually produce less and less oil as you are no longer stripping your strands of the natural and essential oils your scalp produces. Make it your mission to find the a Hydrating Shampoo such as INSIGHT DAILY USE that’ll clean your hair without drying it out, and this sulfate-free shampoo will generally clean the hair just as effectively as those that contain sulfates. TIP: If you washed your hair this morning, spray your roots with the JOICO Instant Refresh Dry Shampoo or a water-free dry shampoo NAK HAIR Dry Clean Shampoo so you are able to skip tomorrow morning’s wash.
Massage your scalp with Shampoo, & not Conditioner
You should always follow a shampoo with a conditioner (never the other way around). Most importantly, you can use a conditioner as a rinsing agent on the days when you don’t shampoo, keeping your hair buoyant but tameable instead of limp and unresponsive. If you’ve ever had a professional shampoo at a salon, you know how much time they spend on your scalp. Scalp scrub is a key step in an effective shampoo. Most people rush through it, though. You’re supposed to scrub for 3 minutes. That’s the magic number: 3 minutes. No matter your hair length or hair type, the amount of time that you should be scrubbing your scalp with the pads of your fingers—not your nails—is 3 minutes. Focusing your initial shampooing efforts on the scalp helps remove dirt, sebum and build-up that collects there. Spending 30 seconds to a minute on your scalp scrub is like quickly running a mop over a dirty floor rather than scrubbing the surface of its grime.
Consider Hair Oil to nourish the ends of your hair daily
Oil is good for your hair. A few drops of hair oil go a long way — even through long hair. It tames strays, prevents dehydration, and adds a healthy luster so your hair never looks dull. Yes, everyone needs oil. Applying oil to the hair is vital in keeping the strands and ends healthy. Also, it is a quick way to deal with frizz and add instant shine. Curly hair is prone to knotting for two reasons: it is prone to dryness, and the strand’s diameter is inconsistent. To address dryness, you should use products containing nourishing oils. If you are skeptical about using oil in fear that it might make your hair look too greasy, look for specialised formula that will moisturise hair without weighing it down or looking greasy- even those of us with baby fine hair. And there are formulas that won’t make hair look greasy, we love INSIGHT STYLING OIL NON OIL It’s not an oily oil, but a luxurious moisturising oil that won’t weigh your hair down, which can be applied to wet or dry hair, adds Volume, Eliminates Frizz and replenishes your hair with moisture.
Shower-right
If you think that water temperature isn’t important, think again because it actually is. If you learn how to use water of different temperatures to your favour, then it may really benefit your hair. Hot water can make your hair easy to break and weaken the hair roots. Rinse your hair through with cold water before you get out of the shower to tame frizz and seal in the moisture, and if possible let it naturally dry. COLD WATER final rinse + It makes your hair shinier and saves you from frizz. Rinsing your hair with cold water helps with closing your cuticle after your hair is washed. Open cuticle is good while shampooing or conditioning your hair but after you’re done, you want to seal the cuticle, so that your hair doesn’t get damaged too easily. If you use cold water for your final rinse then there’s a much better chance that your hair will stay shiny, healthy and frizz-free for a longer period of time.
Go easy on the heat
Most people dry hair as fast as possible, but there’s one tiny step you might be forgetting (that could change your hair dramatically). And that’s the cold-shot button. Here’s how you use it and why it’s so important to spend the extra 30 seconds. That mysterious COOL Shot Button helps seal the hair cuticle, setting the final look for long-lasting hold and adds shine. When your hair is about 80 percent dry, switch over to the cool shot. Cool shot is also great to lock in curls and to get more volume at the crown. Hot air expedites the drying process and actually forms whatever style you’re going for–whether it’s sleek and straight or bouncy and curly. Cold air, however, seals the cuticles of your hair, which sets your style in place and adds shine. This is the best way to ensure your hair looks the same, day in, day out. By buying a professional blow dryer, you’re taking control.
Pick the Right Products for Your Hair Type & desired hairstyle
Your hair stylist or barber sure can tell you which hair styling products are best for your hair type. Ask them to recommend a product type (mask, paste, cream, wax, clay, spray, etc) and then shop that category. Each product type delivers a different hold, shine, and texture, which also varies based on the wetness of your hair when applied.
Avoid brushing your hair, while it’s wet
When your hair is soaking wet, it is weaker, fragile and more susceptible to breakage. Try not to rough-dry hair with a towel, and instead gently press the water out. When it comes to brushing wet hair, the type of brush and your technique are key. Use a wet hair brush, working from the ends of your hair on up, then finish with your hairdryer to style – not forgetting a good heat protection spray to further protect your mane.
Give your hair some special treatment from time to time
Your poor hair goes through a lot, set aside some time to treat it with a great hair mask and repair serum to avoid any damage or split ends, that will keep your hair hydrated and fed. Hair treatments are kind of like facials for your hair. Sure, our regular hair care products are helping to keep our hair cleansed, protected and in good health just like our skincare products, but both hair and skin can do with a replenishing boost at regular intervals. Aside from what we do to our hair in terms of chemical processing and heated styling, other factors such as environmental conditions, diet, health, stress and hydration all take a toll on the health of our hair. When you decide it is time to indulge your hair in a luxurious treatment, you will find many beautiful treatment products available at LF Hair & Beauty to give your hair the pampering it needs and deserves!
