I will be the first to admit that I cannot leave the house without using heat styling tools - to calm my fluffy hair with a straightener ... Unfortunately, as I know very well, doing this makes my hair dry and more fragile. You can also add that I am incredibly inconsistent and doomed to suffer when using protective products. However, dry hair does not only involve the use of excessive styling tools - but the pool also has the same effect for prolonged soaking in the sun, washing your hair too often, and malnutrition. Fortunately, Dove spokesperson Mark Townsend, who has worked with Dakota Johnson, Gal Gadot and Olsen twins, shares tips on how to treat dry and brittle hair at home.
1. Use conditioners and hair masks.
This may not seem wise, but Townsend says few people are really surprised when they use the conditioner. The purpose of shampooing your hair is to remove dirt and grime, but you also get all the moisture.
For this, Townsend recommends looking for hazelnut-containing creams like coconut, almonds and macadamia nuts, because they are “packed with all the oils and fatty acids that can help them reshape the hair.”
“When applying your conditioner, apply it from the bottom up,” says Townsend. “When you are in the shower, comb to make sure that it is evenly distributed.” In addition to making sure that it covers your hair properly, it will replace your hair mask if you wait for 5 to 10 minutes.
2. Eat healthly and take your vitamins.
A healthy diet benefits your entire body and your hair is no exception. “Our diets are always the best way to improve your hair health],” says Townsend. "When you can't get the right nutrients, it's really affected by your hair."
If you're wondering exactly what to eat, Philip Kingsley trichologist (scalp and hair health expert) at the New York Trichological Clinic, has previously suggested: Keratin is key to protein - lentils, eggs, and poultry. thought. Salmon, trout, and sardines are all rich in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D, which support scalp health. Beta carotene in sweet potatoes, apricots and carrots is another ingredient to be considered as it contains vitamin A strengthening hair. Finally, vitamin C, found in blueberries, spinach, cabbage, Swiss chard, and broccoli, is excellent for supporting blood vessels that supply nutrients to the follicle.
3. Protect your hair.
Another step that is easy to apply is to use a protective spray before using heat shaping tools. Suggesting the Dove Smooth & Shine Heat Preservation Agent and Oribe Royal Blowout Heat, Townsend said, "The job of dissipating heat is in heat-protective sprays."
Also, if you go swimming, be sure to take extra care. “Wet your hair and then use conditioner before you go into the pool or saltwater,” says Townsend. “I tell my customers to get coconut oil before going on holiday, dilute it in a spray bottle and then just keep it on during the day.
4. Regularly cut your hair.
If you are one of those who are careful about frequent haircuts because they love their long hair or want to grow their curls, just focus on cutting. "Haircut is important even just to clean the tips and refresh your floors," says Townsend. "Most of my clients really have their hair cut only three to four times a year."
Townsend said that hair grows from a quarter to a half-inch every month, "so if you split a quarter to a half-inch every three months, you will get rid of the damage, but your hair will still grow."
5.The temperature setting of your forming tools should not be too high.
It is important to make sure that you use your tools correctly to protect your hair. "First of all, check the temperature setting: "If you have an adjustable tong, turn off the temperature setting," says Townsend. "Never try to get above 350-375 degrees."
Townsend said he realized that many customers would try to fix too many hair strands at the same time. "The truth is, you only burn the top layer and the bottom layer," says Townsend. “The heat doesn't even have the chance to reach all the strands in the middle.” Instead, Townsend suggests straightening or curling small sections that will result in healthier hair and faster hair styling.
6. Change your pillowcase.
"It sounds like a little thing, but cotton absorbs moisture - no matter how high the yarn count is," says Townsend. “So the satin pillowcase - silk doesn't breathe, so I see that the satin is a little better.” If your hair is fragile and prone to tangling, this will be a game-changer. "Especially if you throw at night and move a lot, it will cause less confusion during the night," says Townsend.
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