Do you ever wonder how all the celebrities seem to have perfect shiny tresses? They aren’t all just fake hair extensions, either. It is part of their job to look good and photo retouching can only do so much. They are bound to get harassed by the shutter bugs if their hair is less than perfect on any given day. Read on to find out how you can get gorgeous silky, touchable hair.
We will start with the basics - moisturizing shampoo and conditioner. Shampoo should contain silicones, fatty alcohols, wheat proteins, and/or cationic polymers. These ingredients will help strengthen and protect the hair from environmental damage. Use a heat activated version if you regularly use a flat iron, hair dryer, or curling iron. You should always use a conditioner after washing to replenish the moisture that was stripped from the harsh hot water. If you have oily hair, use a volumizing or fine hair conditioner on the ends of hair only, carefully avoiding the scalp.
Environmental elements can play a huge role on the condition of your hair. Cold air can cause hair to become dry, brittle, and damaged due to low humidity, rough winds and indoor heat. UV rays, year round (not only during summer months) reek havoc on the hair cuticle and cortex by breaking down proteins that weaken and dry hair out over time. Leave in conditioners, weekly deep treatments such as hair masks and hot oil create a protective barrier.
Using too many styling products dulls the hair so stick to one or two necessary items. Gels and creams are ideal for normal hair whereas pomades are better for thick or coarse hair. Straightening and blow drying are fine as long as you religiously use a protective product. Give the hair a cool blast after blow drying to smooth the cuticle. If you’re hair is color treated, use products for color treated hair to prevent the color from fading and looking dull. Get regular trims, even if you have to do it yourself, just have someone check it to make sure it’s even. Right before you jump out of the shower, rinse your hair with cool water to increase shine.
You can also try some home remedies if you’re strapped for cash or for a quick fix. Here are some oldies but goodies- apply mayonnaise to your hair, concentrate on the ends and cover it with a shower cap. Don’t rub it into your scalp or apply too close to the hairline to prevent oily hair and acne breakouts. You can also try mixing a few eggs into a bowl with some olive oil, shampoo hair, then let it sit for 5-6 minutes before rinsing it with cool water. The key to shiny hair is to moisturize and know what type of hair you have.
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