Hair Care : Taking care of those long flowing locks.
Healthy Hair is a Reflection of Your Well-being
Beautiful hair is cherished by everyone. However, to keep them in healthy condition require a little but regular effort. Let us start with basics of hair grooming:
Combing/Brushing
Keep your brushes & combs clean, wash them weekly using soap or shampoo. Do not damage your hair by using sharp tooth combs as they can cause split ends, & scratch your scalp. Always use brushes & combs with wide spaced bristles & smooth tips. Also, do not use plastic brushes or co-
mbs, they create static electricity, thus resulting in causing damage to your hair. Before brushing comb your hair to remove any tangles.Always brush/comb with a downwards stroke. Avoid brushing or combing wet hairs as they are most fragile. Wait until your hair is dry.
Shampooing & Conditioning
Before applying shampoo, rinse your hair throughly to remove any dust, dirt, & any other foreign particles. Apply the shampoo onto your scalp & massage it gently with your finger tips & work your way outwards. Leave shapmpoo on your scalp for few minutes & then rinse your hair. Ensure no shampoo residue is left as they may dry your scalp/hair & or attract dirt.
Use a conditioner after shampooing, it'll moisturize your hair, give it extra protection, add shine, reduce static, & makes it easier to untangle. Always apply conditioner from the ears down & never on the scalp, the roots of your hair contain the most oils & usually don't need the extra conditioning.
Use shampoos & conditioners that match your hair type. It is better to use natural hair care products extracted from herbs as they are generally devoid of harmful chemicals & their associated health hazards.
Be gentle when shampooing & conditioning. Shower with warm water, hot water can dry &/or irritate the scalp.
Lifestyle Factors
Apart from proper combing/brushing, shampooing & conditioning of hair, lifestyle factors like poor nutrition, stress & even inadequate sleep can hamper hair growth. Hair needs to be trimmed on a regular basis to promote hair growth.
Never use styling products that contain alcohol or other harsh chemicals. Always use natural styling products as they gentle on hair.
Wear a hat, cap or scarf to protect your hair from over exposure to the sun, salt or chlorinated water, wind & air pollution. Comb conditioner before
going out to the beach or swimming pool.
Eat a well-balanced diet, exercise & supplement your diet with vitamins to help balance your hair growth. Give your body proper Sleep. While sleeping, use satin pillowcase instead of cotton case so that the hair glides when you move in your sleep.
Useful Natural Hair Care Tips
Massage your scalp with a blend of Rosemary & olive oil. This improves the blood circulation & stimulates hair growth.
Give extra bounce & shine to your hair, rinse your hair with a warm solution of diluted vinegar.
To get rid of dandruff, try this natural remeady - Heat coconut oil with a little camphor. Allow the mixture to cool & then apply the oil in scalp & massage for atleast 10 minutes. Leave for 30 minutes, rinse hair with a natural shampoo. Towel wrap for 15 minutes. Do the steam.
Apply a mixture of egg whites & yoghurt to your scalp. Leave for 30 minutes. Rinse hair. This will not only feed scalp with useful egg protein but also condition it naturally & add shine to hair.
Give your greying hair a natural colour. Mix two cups of Mehandi (Heens), an egg, juice of half a lemon, one table spoon of instant coffee powder. Apply this paste on your hair. Rinse after 45 minutes.
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