My Hair Care Routine and How do I do it?
I have short hair just an inch or two below the shoulder, and I'm very lazy so, I really do not care about it that much. Before, when my hair was long it was about pass my bottom, I had dandruff but no breakage. My ends were perfectly fine, but then my mom decided to get it re bonded because I have a naturally wavy hair and I have a lot of them. So we ad to cut it. After the re bonding my hair was fine, but then it started to wear off, and then split ends started to show. When they cut my hair it was really short so I intend for it to grow back before cutting it, but the damage was really getting into my nerves. So I had it cut short again, about half the size of my previous long hair. I find it that when I have my hair long breakage starts to show off. So, I maintain my hair short or medium in length. But right now it's short because I find that the natural waves in my hair is prominent when my hair is short, it just makes my daily life easier. All I have to do is add sea salt spray and I'm out the door. Okay, that's a brief history on my hair.
Why take care of your hair?
We have about 100,000 hairs on our heads. Each hair shaft has three layers, with the cuticle, or outside layer, protecting the two inner layers.
Shiny hair is a sign of health because the layers of the cuticle lie flat and reflect light. When the scales of the cuticle lie flat they overlap tightly, the inner layers are protected from heat, sun, chlorine, and all the other hazards that can come from living in our environment.
When hair is damaged, though, the scales may separate and hair can become dry. Because the scales on dry hair don't protect the inner two layers as well, hair can break and look dull.
The type of hair a person has — whether it's straight or curly — can also affect how shiny it is. Sebum, which is the natural oil on the hair, covers straight hair better than curly hair, which is why straight hair can appear shinier.
Depending how long a person's hair is or how fast it grows, the end of each hair shaft can be a couple of years old. So the hair at the end of the shaft could have survived a few summers of scorching sun and saltwater and winters of cold, dry air. How well you care for your hair from the time it emerges from the root plays a role in how healthy it looks.
How to take care of hair fall?
If this has been your problem since day 1, then I've got you covered. Sudden, excessive hair loss can be frightening and worrying. Here are a few common and not-so-common causes of hair fall followed by some simple home remedies that you can easily try!
Latest technology and hair fall products claim to reduce hair fall and most of them are effective. However it is always better to go for natural products than opting for chemicals that harm the hair.To curb hair fall, you need to include a few basic practices into your hair care routine along with the treatments that you adopt for better results. Here are some home remedies and tips for hair fall control you can try.
1. Coconut Milk:
Coconut milk is among the richest sources of tissue-nourishing, plant derivatives. Grind the grated coconut and squeeze it to remove its milk. Massage coconut milk on the scalp to reduce hair fall.
2. Aloe Vera:
Aloe Vera juice is very effective to stop hair loss. Pure aloe gel can be applied directly to the scalp. This is helpful for preventing hair loss due to irritated, dry or infected scalp. Aloe Vera balances the pH level of scalp. After massaging the head with aloe gel, wait for few hours and then wash the hair with lukewarm water. You should do this twice a week for best results.
3. Oil Massage:
Regular massaging the scalp for a few minutes every day with lukewarm oil will lead to stimulation of blood flow to the scalp. Coconut oil helps in controlling hail fall. Other recommended oils are: Jojoba oil, almond oil, mustard oil, lavender oil. Jojoba oil is especially good because it replaces the sebum in the scalp. It also helps to control dandruff.
4. Neem Treatment:
Neem is one of the most popular herbs in the country! It has many benefits, both health and beauty. And when it comes to beauty, it has some very effective hair benefits too. The astringent property of neem helps to keep lice and dandruff at bay.
How to use:
5. Amla:
Boil dried amla in coconut oil till the oil turns black in color. Massage your scalp with this oil. This is an effective and very easy home remedy to check hair loss. There are also other ways where we can include amla in our hair care routine. Here are some methods to use amla effectively to control hair fall:
The most effective method to reduce hair fall is to drink amla and shikakai juice. Yes, it tastes terrible but if you skip the preference of the taste buds once a day, the results will definitely be worth it.
6. Curd:
Curd is an excellent remedy for improving the quality of the hair and prevents hair loss as well. It is one of the best conditioners and can be used in various forms:
It also makes your hair shiny. This natural hair mask is also effective against dandruff which can be a cause of hair loss.
7. Hair Fall Preventive Packs:
When hair fall is really severe, then a preventive hair pack is the way to go. Here are a few packs, you can try at home.
You can always go for a hair spa once in a while but natural treatment is always a best idea. Stick to homemade hair masks to reduce hair fall. Keep your hair naturally hydrated.
8. No Junk Please:
Unhealthy lifestyle, eating junk and all these unhealthy habits leads to hair loss. Processed foods are not healthy and it can cause diseases which ultimately lead to a rise in high level of toxins in the body. To counter the toxins you need to drink plenty of water. At least drinking 8 glasses of water on a daily basis is a must and preferably on an empty stomach.Eat fresh home cooked food if you want great hair.
9. Be Gentle With Wet Hair:
Avoid rubbing your hair dry and also avoid combing wet hair. Your hair is more susceptible to breakage when wet and the result will be a clump in your brush and stray strands at your feet.
10. Massage Your Scalp Frequently:
This stimulates blood circulation in the scalp and it also promotes hair growth. You can go for a hot oil massage and turban therapy to control hair fall. Make sure the oil is not too hot otherwise it will cause more harm than good. Listed below are some more ways of massaging the scalp:
11. Minimize Pressure:
Don’t always opt for styles that require you to tie your hair up tight. As sleek and fashionable as this may look, it puts a great deal of pressure on the hair which adds to the breakage and hair fall.
12. Avoid Excessive Heat Styling:
Hair styling is essential when you step out. You need to look good at all times in today’s world. But it is necessary that you submit your hair to as less of heat treatment as you can! The heat tends to dry the shaft out making it dry and frizzy which over a period causes the hair to turn brittle. The ultimate result will be hair fall.
[ Read : Homemade Tips For Dry Hair ]
13. Avoid Hot Water For Hair Rinse:
Do not wash hair with hot water because excess heat is really bad for your hair. Always use cold water or water at room temperature. Dry and frizzy hair when you walk out of the shower is the indication that the water was too hot for your hair.
14. Healthy And Nutritious Diet:
All said and done, jut these simple precautions are not going to help. It will always hold true that only when you are healthy inside will your hair be healthy too. Your hair is made up of proteins and is alive at the roots. And like any other living it also requires nutrients to remain healthy and grow. There are a few things that you can add to your diet to ensure that you intake sufficient quantities of these nutrients.
15. Exercise:
Daily exercising also promotes hair growth. You must be wondering how? Exercise helps in improving metabolism. This allows better absorption of nutrients in your body. Exercise also helps to reduce stress. It releases endorphins or happy hormones which directly help in hair growth. When you are healthy and happy it shows on your skin and hair. So stay cheerful to have healthy glowing hair!
16. Reduce Your Caffeine Intake:
If you already have dry hair, then rethink your coffee habit and evaluate your caffeine consumption. Caffeine further depletes the body of its natural resources of nutrients. And the nutrients required for hair are not spared either! So cut back on the coffee and move on to something healthier and that which promotes good health.
17. Stay Hydrated:
Drink a lot of water and stay hydrated.
18. Use Herbal Products:
Keep the scalp clean and as far as possible away from chemicals. Use a herbal or Ayurvedic shampoo that is mild.
19. Regular Trim:
Trim your hair regularly to avoid the troubles of split ends. Keep your hair clean, use a thin comb to clear nits and head lice.
20. Avoid Residue Build-up:
Have a manageable hairstyle that helps to add volume to your hair. If you are using mousse or serum to add volume, make sure you rinse it off well during washing your hair with a shampoo. These residue stick to the hair follicles and create a breeding ground for dandruff and head lice.
Hair Color
If you ask me I want to ombre my hair. I've always wanted it to be ombre. I had my hair brown once, because I have black hair. But then it wore off and I didn't bother to put it back. The main reason is my mother doesn't like it, and it's a school protocol. Unless your hair color is naturally brown, then you're not supposed to color your hair. Here are some pictures.
My Hair Care Routine
Since I have short hair I never really bother to care for it that much, that I have to spend money to get them done, or buy expensive products for them. I only wash them and treat them with oil or when I have frizz problems I use a hair shine.
The shampoo that I use is the Palmolive Aloe Vera one,
and I know that this is really awkward but when I have dandruff, I use the Clear men anti dandruff shampoo,
I used not only because I like the smell of it, also it takes care of my dandruff in like a matter of days. I did not intend to buy it on purpose, my mom thought it was just a shampoo not a men's shampoo. It was just and accident, but it works great.
I find it that my roots get really oily through second day hair, so I don't use conditioner anymore. I also found that it made my hair more black. I guess the conditioner defused the color of my hair. I just found out about that a few months ago.
After washing my hair, I use oil on my ends only because if I do use it on my roots it gets more oily, and disgusting. The oil that I use is the Johnson's Baby Oil.
And for my frizz problems I use the Vitress Hair Polish. Me and my friends have been using this and we find that our everyday life is easy.
Yaaassss! So that's all everyone. All this pictures aren't mine. They're from various social media platforms, like Tumblr, Pinterest, and Twitter.Credits to all the websites I hadn't mentioned. I've linked some above. All Rights Reserved.
Thank you! ☻
