You wash it, comb it, dry it, iron it, curl it, paint it and put kilos of products on it. No need to be a seer to guess what comes next: signs of abuse, from broken ends to uncontrollable frizz. And the bad news is that, as we age, the structure of the hair becomes thin and begins to look dull and without grace.
These steps will help you to repair it, and even, get a moment of relaxation without leaving the bathroom. Because most of the treatments to nourish and strengthen the hair can be done at home, using to your favor allies such as warm steam and cold water. In addition, giving you this kind of attention can be very reassuring after a long day of work.
1. Regulates the temperature
Already under water, it is not very hot, because, contrary to what many believe, a steaming bath is inadvisable: first, because they remove the skin and hair their natural oils, leaving them dry and fragile. If a cold shower feels like torture, try bathing at a warm temperature and ending with a cold stream. This last step will make your hair follicles close, which will result in less frizz. A bonus is that the pores of the face will close.
2. Massage
The first step to a hair therapy is to do this with your scalp. To do this, heat (just a few seconds) a little coconut or olive oil and massage the head gently to increase blood circulation and stimulate growth. If you have oily hair, do not fear: the oil will not add sebum and the shampoo will take care of removing the leftovers. Finally, at this stage, wrap your head in a towel slightly moistened with warm water. Drain the excess fluid and adjust allowing the oil to penetrate deep into the scalp. Leave on for about six minutes.
3. Wash the hair
Use a suitable shampoo for your hair, with cold water would be ideal. If you have oily skin, look for a moisturizing product. It may seem counterproductive, but perhaps your body is generating more oil than normal to compensate for the dryness produced by so many washes. If, on the other hand, you have dry hair, those that have argan oil are good for hydrating and removing frizz. If you put too much shampoo you will dry out your hair structure and if you abuse the conditioner you will oil it more. Concentrate, instead, on applying the size of a hazelnut of the first in the section that goes from the root to the first three millimeters of hair, that’s where most of the dirt accumulates (in fact, the tips hardly need a fast rinse).
4. Nourish your hair
The idea is to rejuvenate, nourish and protect the hair, so a hair mask is imposed as a home treatment. Many are used after the shampoo, but before the conditioner, so that it does not form a barrier that obstructs the action of the ingredients of the mask. On the contrary, others are recommended prior to washing, so it is essential to read the instructions carefully and then proceed to use these nutrition baths.
5. Comb
Wet hair is more fragile than dry hair, so in the shower only use a wide tooth comb to work in conjunction with the conditioner, from the middle to the tips. If you have it tangled, brush gently from the bottom towards the root, to do the least damage. Then, and only when your hair is dry, use a flat, padded brush.
6. Dry
Experts say that the best thing to dry your hair is to wear a cotton shirt (yes, read well, or a polyester textile microfiber towel, with a soft look and feel.) What happens with a classic towel is that it can create more If you use it for more than a few minutes or if you rub with too much energy, if you can, choose to let it dry in the natural air and avoid the dryer.The less heat your hair has to endure, the better. It is not negotiable, be sure to spray your hair with a thermoprotective product before the procedure.The last generation bring oils that repair, but do not oil.
7. Tone
Some people skip this step, but if you have time, you can use a tonic for the scalp, apply it with dry hair leaving it to act without rinsing. This product is used to boost your hair before starting the day.
