Hair care requires a fair amount of thought and consideration. It can be overwhelming to think about all the things necessary to manage your hair. Proper hair care need not be complicated, however.
Your diet might be to blame if you have dull, lifeless hair. A well-balanced diet containing high-quality protein, B-12 and iron are important for healthy hair. If you cannot consume enough of these nutrients in your diet, use a well-rounded multivitamin to make up the difference.
Nevermind the old wives’ tale about more frequent trims causing your hair to grow faster. No matter how much you trim, human hair grows around 1/2 inch a month. Your hair may grow a little faster during the summer months or if you use biotin supplements. The main driver of hair growth is hormones; your stylist has nothing to do with it. Trims can get rid of split ends, however, and that makes hair look great.
Damaging your hair is a real possibility when you blow dry it. You should avoid using a blow dryer to avoid your hair from being harmed, find a different way to dry your hair if you have to dry it. Untangle knots with your fingers while drying your hair to avoid damaging your hair when you brush it afterward.
Never pull at your hair or rub it with a towel when you’re drying it. Tugging or briskly rubbing hair causes frizz and breakage. The best ways to dry your hair using a towel are to gently pat or press out the excess moisture, or simply wrap it in a loose fitting towel. Also, be careful brushing your hair while wet, as this can also cause damage. Instead use a wide-tooth comb.
Brushing and combing hair can stimulate growth by keeping your scalp free from dead or loose skin. It will also break up any clogged pores on the head that may be hindering the hair growth. Give your hair about 100 strokes when you brush it in the morning for better hair growth.
You now know some basic strategies for taking care of your hair, so don’t wait. Implement them today. You want to see results fast, don’t you? If you must, go back over this article again so you understand how to properly manage your hair.
