You know that blow drying your hair can cause damage that may be difficult to correct. In an effort to thwart this damage, you should let your hair air dry whenever possible. However, you should also resist the urge to brush your hair when it’s wet.
You may be wondering why not to brush hair when it’s wet. The answer is simple, when hair is wet it is especially vulnerable to damage. Water weakens the weakest bonds within strands of hair, removing 1/3 of its strength. The simple act of brushing can lead to dire consequences in this weakened state.
More Prone to Breakage
When your hair is weakened, it’s more prone to breakage. Brushing is one of the roughest actions you can do to your hair, especially if it is long and tangles. Brushing wet hair will lead to significantly more broken strands than if you allowed the hair to dry before brushing it.
Tuesday, 23 July 2013
10 HOME REMEDIES FOR DRY HAIR
Oily hair is a drag, but dry hair is no picnic, either. Dry hair is dull hair, and it looks the same after you wash it as it did before. Everyone has bad hair days, but with dry hair you may have those days more often than not.
Along with dry hair, you may also have a dandruff problem. Although it's more often a condition associated with oily hair, people with dry hair get dandruff, too. Common dandruff is simply a layer of skin shedding from your scalp. When the skin cells get trapped on your scalp by your hair and clump together, you have dandruff. And dandruff can make your hair look dull.
Dry hair can result from external factors, such as exposure to harsh chemicals, or from internal causes, such as an illness. These are the primary external factors for those lackluster locks:
- Harsh shampoo
- Shampooing too often
- Hair dye
- Hair perms
- Chlorine in swimming pools and hot tubs
- Overuse of the blow dryer or curling iron
- Too much exposure to sun and wind
- High mineral content in local water supplies
External factors are easy to remedy. You just need to be careful about how you treat your hair, cutting back on activities that cause it to become dry. Switch products. Wear a cap when swimming. Cover your head when you're outside in the sun for prolonged periods. And use the kitchen cures in this profile.
Along with dry hair, you may also have a dandruff problem. Although it's more often a condition associated with oily hair, people with dry hair get dandruff, too. Common dandruff is simply a layer of skin shedding from your scalp. When the skin cells get trapped on your scalp by your hair and clump together, you have dandruff. And dandruff can make your hair look dull.
Dry hair can result from external factors, such as exposure to harsh chemicals, or from internal causes, such as an illness. These are the primary external factors for those lackluster locks:
- Harsh shampoo
- Shampooing too often
- Hair dye
- Hair perms
- Chlorine in swimming pools and hot tubs
- Overuse of the blow dryer or curling iron
- Too much exposure to sun and wind
- High mineral content in local water supplies
External factors are easy to remedy. You just need to be careful about how you treat your hair, cutting back on activities that cause it to become dry. Switch products. Wear a cap when swimming. Cover your head when you're outside in the sun for prolonged periods. And use the kitchen cures in this profile.
Monday, 6 May 2013
How to Fix Flat and Frizzy Hair in Summer
Every summer, you may notice your hair grows limp. Perhaps it becomes ultra-frizzy or your color seems to get brassy. You're suffering from the typical woes of summer. Fortunately, there are a ton of products on the market created to combat bad summer hair. Here are a few our favorite tips to fix flat and frizzy hair in summer:
Flat head Humidity can take a toll on fine hair in summer causing your hair to wilt. Instead of piling on the product, we suggest:
1. Pulling hair back in a loose bun on the nape of your neck or if your hair isn't long enough, pulling it into a cute little ponytail.
2. Get highlights. Keep in mind that coloring hair causes the strands to plump up. Lightening hair in summer actually adds body. We suggest a few highlights around the face.
3. Invest in the right products. For just-at-the-beach waves, spritz on a great salt spray then scrunch hair (or make your own with sea salts and water). For even more body, sprinkle a dry shampoo (or baby powder if you're blonde) at the crown and roots. It soaks up moisture.
Flat head Humidity can take a toll on fine hair in summer causing your hair to wilt. Instead of piling on the product, we suggest:
1. Pulling hair back in a loose bun on the nape of your neck or if your hair isn't long enough, pulling it into a cute little ponytail.
2. Get highlights. Keep in mind that coloring hair causes the strands to plump up. Lightening hair in summer actually adds body. We suggest a few highlights around the face.
3. Invest in the right products. For just-at-the-beach waves, spritz on a great salt spray then scrunch hair (or make your own with sea salts and water). For even more body, sprinkle a dry shampoo (or baby powder if you're blonde) at the crown and roots. It soaks up moisture.
Thursday, 25 April 2013
Dermatologists' Top Tips for Maintaining Smooth, Shiny Hair
Want more good hair days? Dermatologists say how you wash your hair and the products you use could go a long way in maintaining smooth, shiny hair.
"When shampooing, concentrate on cleaning primarily the scalp, rather than the entire length of the hair, as washing only your hair can create flyaway hair that is dull and coarse," said board-certified dermatologist Zoe D. Draelos, MD, FAAD. "When using a conditioner, the recommendation is different. Conditioners should only be used on the tips of the hair and not on the scalp or length of the hair since conditioners can make fine hair look limp."
To maintain healthy hair, Dr. Draelos recommends people also follow these tips:
1. Wash oily hair more frequently. How often you wash your hair should be based on how much oil your scalp produces.
o If your scalp is oily, you may need to wash it as often as once a day.
"When shampooing, concentrate on cleaning primarily the scalp, rather than the entire length of the hair, as washing only your hair can create flyaway hair that is dull and coarse," said board-certified dermatologist Zoe D. Draelos, MD, FAAD. "When using a conditioner, the recommendation is different. Conditioners should only be used on the tips of the hair and not on the scalp or length of the hair since conditioners can make fine hair look limp."
To maintain healthy hair, Dr. Draelos recommends people also follow these tips:
1. Wash oily hair more frequently. How often you wash your hair should be based on how much oil your scalp produces.
o If your scalp is oily, you may need to wash it as often as once a day.
Thursday, 11 April 2013
8 Hottest Fishtail Braid Hairstyles for 2013
Embrace the party season with one of the hair’s quickest fix: the fishtail braid hair style. We love the look of fishtail braids! This trend is incredibly easy to style, even on your own hair. It has been among the hottest hairstyle trends for the last few seasons and it could be seen on numerous fashion shows. We have posted a lot beautiful braided hair styles and fishtail braid in our previous posts, but today I’d like to show you 8 hottest fishtail braid in this year!
With the minimum amount of effort and an elastic band you can get an elegant, whimsical braid that can be both effortless and dressed up.
1) Tied with a pretty little perfect bow:
FRUITS THAT PROMOTE HAIR GROWTH
Premature hair loss and stifled growth are often the result of genetic heredity and androgen hormones. Associated illness of the thyroid, pharmaceuticals, stress and environmental deterrents also play a role in hair loss or growth. By eating fruits laden with hair-healthy vitamins, you can encourage your hair to naturally grow without chemicals or surgical procedures. Be sure to speak to your doctor prior to beginning a dietary change.
Fruits With Vitamin A
Vitamin A is essential in promoting healthy hair growth and overall maintenance. It can also decrease hair loss while contributing to strength, shine and luster, according to the Hair Loss Expert website. Individuals deficient in this vital vitamin generally have dull hair, which easily breaks, hindering growth and a healthy appearance. Regularly consuming fruits high in this compound helps to reverse hair loss to lustrous growth.
Eat a variety of colorful fruits such as cantaloupes, grapefruit, apples, tomatoes and watermelon. When you can, be sure to consume the peels, as they contain phytonutrients beneficial to hair health and overall vitality. Beta-carotene, alpha-carotene and retinol are all versions of vitamin A that can benefit hair growth.
Fruits With Vitamin B Complex
An abundance of the vitamin B complex groups increases hair growth by improving the blood circulation and oxygenation within the body, specifically the scalp. It also reduces the levels of stress and cholesterol, which negatively affect hair growth. In addition, the Vitamin and Nutrition Center asserts that this vitamin group helps you reach your hair growth genetic potential. The three major vitamin B components are para-aminobenzoic acid, inositol and biotin. They are crucial in facilitating healthy hair growth. Eat a wide range of fruit containing B vitamin complex, such as blueberries, pineapple, tomatoes, banana and cranberries.
Fruits With Vitamin A
Vitamin A is essential in promoting healthy hair growth and overall maintenance. It can also decrease hair loss while contributing to strength, shine and luster, according to the Hair Loss Expert website. Individuals deficient in this vital vitamin generally have dull hair, which easily breaks, hindering growth and a healthy appearance. Regularly consuming fruits high in this compound helps to reverse hair loss to lustrous growth.
Eat a variety of colorful fruits such as cantaloupes, grapefruit, apples, tomatoes and watermelon. When you can, be sure to consume the peels, as they contain phytonutrients beneficial to hair health and overall vitality. Beta-carotene, alpha-carotene and retinol are all versions of vitamin A that can benefit hair growth.
Fruits With Vitamin B Complex
An abundance of the vitamin B complex groups increases hair growth by improving the blood circulation and oxygenation within the body, specifically the scalp. It also reduces the levels of stress and cholesterol, which negatively affect hair growth. In addition, the Vitamin and Nutrition Center asserts that this vitamin group helps you reach your hair growth genetic potential. The three major vitamin B components are para-aminobenzoic acid, inositol and biotin. They are crucial in facilitating healthy hair growth. Eat a wide range of fruit containing B vitamin complex, such as blueberries, pineapple, tomatoes, banana and cranberries.
Wednesday, 10 April 2013
Color Your Hair Younger
(Depkhoenews)-Not matter how cute your ‘do is, if your hair color doesn’t complement your skin tone and facial features, it could age you. New York City hair stylist Rita Hazan, owner of Rita Hazan Salon, offers four strategies for getting it right.
1. Choose the right base color. “As we mature, our skin loses pigment, so your hair color has to compensate to complement your skin tone. If your hair is too dark you’ll look pale, and if it’s too light it’ll wash you out completely.” Rule of thumb: If you’re a brunette, lighten your base color one shade; if you’re a blonde, go one shade darker.
2. Add warm highlights. “Golden highlights bring color to your complexion and make it look youthful. If you have auburn hair, go with golden copper highlights. Brunettes should be more of a caramel, and blondes look best with a honey, golden tone.”
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