The longer, thicker, curlier, and more processed your hair, the longer it can go between washes. If your hair gets oily very quickly and you must wash it every day, use a lightweight or “every day” shampoo, as these contain milder detergents than others. Alternately, you can try soap nuts or use dry shampoo in between regular washes. [3] X Research source
Use a leave-in conditioner at least once a week. Leave-in conditioners penetrate deep into your hair cuticles to heal them more completely. Try using a leave-in conditioner spray after you shower. The spray will make your hair more pliable and easier to detangle. Every so often, try using a deep conditioning treatment. You can use deep conditioning treatments like olive oil, argan oil, avocado oil, or coconut oil.
Remember to start from the ends up, not from the roots down. Once hair is dry, avoid unnecessary brushing, combing, or handling. Using your fingers to comb through your hair while wet can cause damage and hair loss. Make sure to wait until after your shower to comb out any tangles.
Instead of rubbing, try blotting your hair with a towel to remove excess moisture. [4] X Expert Source Christine GeorgeMaster Hair Stylist & Colorist Expert Interview. 10 January 2020. Invest in a super absorbent towel, such as one made of microfiber, that you can wrap around hair after washing.
Always apply heat protection spray or serum to the hair before drying. Try using a cooler setting on the hair dryer, to minimize damage. Invest in an ionic hairdryer. An ionic hair dryer emits charged particles that can cut drying time in half (minimizing heat exposure) and encourages the hair cuticle to lie flat. [6] X Research source
For all hair types: avocado and honey: Cut and scoop out the flesh from a ripened avocado and mix in a tablespoon of organic honey. Apply to hair and allow it to sit for 20 minutes before rinsing it off in the shower. [8] X Research source For dry hair: olive oil and egg: Combine three tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil with two eggs and apply the mixture to your hair and let the mixture sit for 20 minutes before rinsing in the shower with cool water (so the egg doesn’t cook!). If you do not like the smell of raw eggs, you can use a ready egg oil (eyova) instead. [9] X Research source For oily hair: apple cider vinegar and lemon: Combine 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar with the grated peel of an entire lemon and allow it to sit for 15 minutes to absorb the excess oil from your scalp, and then rinse in the shower. [10] X Research source For flaky scalp: banana, honey, and almond: Mash together 1/2 a ripe banana and add two tablespoons of honey and a few drops of almond oil and allow it to sit with a shower cap on for 20 minutes before rinsing. [11] X Research source
Usually only a very small amount of serum is required (dime-sized amount). Apply serum to ends and mid-lengths of hair, but avoid the roots, otherwise your hair will look greasy.
Heat protection products come in many forms, including sprays, serums, mousses, and creams. Always apply heat protection to wet or damp hair to ensure it absorbs fully. If you apply it to dry hair, it will sit on top of the hair and will not provide adequate heat protection.
Most UV shields are finishing products such as UV-based hairsprays or leave-in conditioners. Keep in mind that UV shielding products always need to be applied to damp hair. Otherwise, they’ll sit on the surface and won’t sink into the hair. [13] X Research source
You can also find omega-3 fatty acids in other fish, such as trout, herring, mackerel, and sardines. Or if fish doesn’t float your boat, try incorporating more avocado and pumpkin seeds into your diet.
In addition to eating walnuts as a yummy salad and dessert topping, you can also sprinkle a little walnut oil over salad leaves, or use it in a stir-fry.
Zinc can also be found in nuts, beef, eggs, fortified cereals, and whole-grain bread.
Other natural sources of beta carotene include cantaloupe, carrots, mangoes, apricots, and pumpkin.
Other animal products, such as beef, chicken, pork, and fish, can also help to increase your iron intake.
If you’re not a spinach fan, try eating other leafy vegetables with a high nutrient content, such as broccoli, kale, and Swiss chard.
Other similarly beneficial dairy products include cottage cheese, low-fat cheese, and skim milk.
Turkey, lean beef, oily fish, pork chops, and veal are other great sources of protein.
Remember to check with your health care professional before adding any supplements to your diet.
Usually cutting off an inch or two is enough to remove split ends, but always ask your stylist’s advice. [27] X Research source If you want to keep your hair long, try getting layers cut into your hair to remove the most damaged parts, but keep the length.
Try wearing a bandana or wrap a scarf around your head if hats aren’t your thing.
Alternate the way you tie up your hair – tie it low one day, high another, and to the side the next. That way, you’re not always stressing the same strands. [29] X Research source Avoid hair ties with metal bands, these cause even more damage to hair.
Light exercise, massages, and aromatherapy are all great ways to reduce your stress and improve the health of your hair.
