lush locks Words by Jacqui Chaisson Photo by Velizar Ivanov
Hydrate
straighten your hair with a hot wand or iron, use a protective spray beforehand.
Drink water, lots of it! It’s simply good for you and it’s great for your hair. Drinking water is a good habit to have. They say that eight glasses a day should be your minimum. I drink two litres a day. Fill a jug the night before and make that your goal for the day. Hey, it diminishes wrinkles as well.
Care for your scalp
If your scalp is dry and itchy, you struggle with dandruff, and over-the-counter remedies haven’t helped, you should speak to your doctor. Chronic itch not only traumatizes your scalp, it results in dull, unhealthy-looking hair.
Skip the shampoo
Regular haircuts
Shampoo your hair every other day, even if you shower every day. Simply rinse your hair in warm water while you shower, skip the shampoo altogether. Consider giving your hair a break on the weekends.
Nothing makes your tresses look refreshed more than a good cut or regular trim. Regular haircuts ensure minimal split ends or breakage, schedule a trim every six to eight weeks.
Healthy diet
Deep cleansing
This healthy hair habit might seem like it has nothing to do with your actual hair: a balanced diet. Protein is the building block of hair, because hair is keratinized protein. Another crucial nutrient is iron. It’s an energy source for the hair, it’s a mineral the hair needs. Studies have shown iron deficiency has been linked to female pattern hair loss.
Once a week use a shampoo or formula that removes product from your hair. An easy at-home remedy is two tablespoons apple cider vinegar and two cups water. Mix the vinegar and water and let it sit in your hair for a few minutes and then finish with conditioner. Apple cider vinegar helps in balancing the pH level of your hair and closes any open cuticles, making your hair more adept at holding moisture. It also removes the build- up of dirt and grease, adding shine to your hair.
Avoid the heat
If you insist on blow-drying your hair every day, be smart: don’t concentrate the highest level on your hair for a long time. Set your dryer to a cooler setting and lower velocity, it may take a little bit longer to dry your hair, but a little more care and time will be beneficial. If you plan to curl or
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