1. Maintain a balanced diet: Eating a diet rich in vitamins, minerals, and protein is essential for healthy hair. Include foods such as leafy greens, nuts, beans, and fish in your diet.
2. Use a gentle shampoo and conditioner: Avoid harsh chemicals and use a shampoo and conditioner that is gentle on your hair and scalp.
3. Get a head massage. This stimulates the hair follicles which can , encourage hair growth and promote glossy strands. For best results, rub a hair oil or treatment into your hair as part of your massage. You can also work massages into your hair care night routine for a relaxing end to the day.
4. Elastic hair ties can damage the hair shaft, which can cause unwanted fraying if not managed. Instead, opt for silk scrunchies or scarves to tie your hair up. Avoid wearing tight hairstyles. Go for a half-up, half-down style, making sure not to pull too tightly around the hairline.
5. Be smart with heat tools: Heat tools should always be used sparingly. If you use heat on your hair, applying a heat protectant beforehand can help minimise any damage from hot styling tools. Use the cool setting on your blow dryer as much as you can to tame hair without the blast of heat..
6. Use a wide-tooth comb: When combing wet hair, use a wide-tooth comb to prevent breakage.
7. Towel-drying our hair vigorously is a method that can be damaging to hair. The coarse and dry texture of towels raises the hair cuticle and can causes weak strands to snap. Instead, use a microfiber towel or cotton T-shirt to squeeze excess water out of your hair. Use a gentle squeezing motion and make sure to avoid roughly rubbing or pulling your hair. Then, let your hair air dry if time allows for an ultra-gentle process.
8. Get Regular Trims: Trimming your hair every 6-8 weeks can help prevent split ends and promote healthy hair growth.
9. Manage Stress: Stress can contribute to hair loss and damage, so practice stress-reducing techniques such as meditation, yoga, or exercise.
10. Stay Hydrated: Drinking plenty of water can help keep your hair hydrated and healthy.
