Hair Care - by Editor

Going to a salon is very easy, but when you have to spend a lot, it really gets neglected. However, there are several things you can do to maintain the health of your hair and save your money as well. Read on to learn about the best tips for hair care.

When you see an advertisement of hair shampoo or hair oil on TV you really feel amazed with the results they show. Well, more or less all the advertisements will show you extremely exaggerated results and this is because they are there to sell their products.

To maintain your crowning glory there is no need to spend a lot on luxurious hair care items or go after branded shampoos and conditioners. You can take care of your hair in natural ways and by following some simple and easy steps.

Best Hair Care Tips

Here are best hair care tips for having a healthy and a beautiful mane of hair.

1. Cleanliness

   Cleanliness is the most important aspect. Clean your hair regularly so that you get beautiful and healthy hair.

2. Eggs

   Beat eggs and apply it on your damp hair. Leave it for 20 minutes and then wash your hair. This is one of the best natural ways of conditioning your hair.

3. Avoid Hot Water

   When washing your hair always use warm water. Hot water will make your hair dry and brittle.

4. For Soft and Shiny Hair

   Add 2- 3 teaspoons of honey to your hair conditioner and apply it evenly on wet hair. Leave for 30 minutes and wash it thoroughly. You will get that amazing shine with regular use.

5. For Bouncy Hair

   Make one to one mixture of apple cider vinegar and warm water and apply to your hair. Keep for 5 minutes and rinse thoroughly. You will be surprised with the result.

6. For Strong Hair

   Almond oil is good for damaged hair. Heat almond oil and apply the oil to your hair when it is a little warmer (Make sure that it is not too hot to avoid burns). Leave it for 30 minutes and then wash your hair with shampoo and conditioner.

7. Lemon Juice

   You can add lemon juice to your final rinse or simply apply lemon juice to your hair after final rinse. Your hair will shine and look healthy as well.

8. Eat Healthy Food

   Maintaining your overall health also reflects the health of your hair. Take care of your diet and increase intake of vitamin C enriched food items. Omega 3 fatty acids also help grow healthy hair.

9. Avoid Stress

   Stress is the biggest enemy of healthy hair. Stress causes hair loss. So, avoid stress in your life and find healthy emotional outlets like yoga, meditation and other forms of exercise.

10. Protect Your Hair

    Protect your hair from excess sunlight and dust when you go out. Also, cover your hair before jumping into the swimming pool. Avoid tying your hair too tightly as this will lead to breakage.

Maintain Healthy Hair

When you have healthy hair you can flaunt your hair the way models do. With the help of some simple steps and tips you will be able to give lustre and shine to your hair and can have soft, healthy and shiny hair without much hassle as well as high expenses.

In addition to the above tips, it is advisable to trim your hair once in at least six weeks. This will eliminate split and dry ends. Drink lots of water. This also has positive effect on the health of your hair by helping it stay hydrated. In fact, what you eat and drink gets reflected on both, your skin and your hair. Wash your hair in an interval of at least 2 – 3 days so that proper regulation of natural oils is maintained.

Just keep in mind that there is no universal solution that fits for all types of hair. Hair care tips have to be customized and for this you need to find out your hair type. You will have to modify your hair care regime according to your hair type. Turning to nature to nourish and protect hair is a good option.

Hair Care Tips for Dry Hair

If you have dry hair, the following hair care tips will definitely suite you.

1. Hot Oil Massage

Hot oil massage is being used to treat dry and damaged hair since long. It gives natural protective layer to your hair which protects it from further damage and nourishes it as well. Hot oil penetrates deeper and nourishes the roots of your hair thus making it healthy. You can warm any hair oil like coconut, almond or olive oil and apply it on your scalp. Gently massage your scalp with the help of fingertips and leave it for at least 2 hours or overnight to give best results. Shampoo your hair after that. However, make sure that you do not burn your skin while doing this activity.

2. Vinegar

Vinegar is an age old hair care product. Add 1 cup of vinegar or apple cider vinegar to 3 – 4 cups of water. After you have washed your hair with shampoo, use this rinse for your hair. Massage your scalp with your finger tips and leave this for few minutes. Now rinse with water and dry your hair with dry towel gently. Make sure you do not use this remedy frequently because overuse of vinegar may make your hair further dry.

3. Banana Pack

If you have problems like hair breakage, dandruff or split ends, banana pack is a good remedy. Take 1 ripe banana and ½ ripe avocado and mash them. Now add 2 – 3 tbsp of coconut milk and mix well. Apply this paste to your hair and leave it for 30 minutes. Rinse your hair with lukewarm water.

4. Eggs

Eggs are very good for the health of hair. You can simply beat 1- 2 eggs and apply on your hair or make a pack which is even healthier. Depending on the length of your hair you can take 1- 2 eggs and beat them well. Add 1 – 2 tbsp of lemon juice and 2 tsp of olive or almond oil to it. Apply this paste to your hair and leave for 15 – 20 minutes. Wash your hair with a gentle shampoo. Repeat this in 2 – 4 weeks of time.

5. Yogurt

Yogurt is very good for hair. You can take yogurt depending on the length of your hair and add 1 beaten egg to it. Apply this to your hair and after 20 – 30 minutes wash your hair with gentle shampoo. If you do not want to use eggs you can apply plain yogurt to your hair for getting rid of dryness.

Hair Care Tips for Oily Hair

If you have oily hair, you must follow the below mentioned tips.

1. Wash Hair Frequently

If you have oily hair you need to wash your hair at least 3 times a week. Rinse your hair thoroughly and go for shampoo that is designed especially for oily hair.

2. Aloe Vera gel

You can mix aloe Vera gel to your shampoo to get rid of oily hair. Add lemon juice also to the mixture.

3. Egg Yolks

Beat yolk of 2 eggs and add lemon juice. Mix it well and apply on wet hair. Leave for five minutes and rinse well.

4. Apple Cider Vinegar

Apply 2 -3 tbsp of apple cider vinegar to 1 mug of water. Rinse your hair with this and wash with water after few minutes.

5. Lemon Juice

Take out juice of 1 lemon and add 3 tbsp of honey and mix it well in a cup of water. Apply this mixture to your hair and leave it for 3 – 4 minutes. Wash it with a shampoo. You can repeat this 3 times a week.

Hair Care Tips for Hair Fall

Hair fall or hair fall is a common complaint of men as well as women. Here are some tips which can help you to avoid hair loss and damage.

• Have a balanced diet and drink plenty of water.
• Avoid oily, fried and junk food.
• Avoid combing wet hair.
• Do not tie your hair tightly.
• Oil your hair at least twice or thrice a week (You can use anti-hair fall oil).
• Wash your hair at least twice a week. 
• Cover your hair when you have to stay outdoors for long time.
• Avoid using chemical based hair products.
• Practice stress management techniques.
• Use natural or herbal shampoos and hair conditioners.

Healthy Diet for Good Hair Care

Apart from the above tips, maintaining a healthy diet is very important for your hair. Make sure you avoid consuming lot of oily and fried food stuffs. Instead add healthy fats like nuts, olive oil and fish to your diet. Eating lot of fruits and vegetables will help you keep your scalp healthy.

Also, avoid brushing your wet hair and let it dry naturally. Excess use of blow dryers and hot rollers are not good for hair.

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