Healthy looking hair is as important as healthy looking skin and no one can deny it. While some people are blessed with flawless skin, some are blessed with beautiful Rapunzel-like hair. For those of you who were not blessed (genetically) with fabulous-looking hair, there are habits that may help. And these habits are much easier than the usual skincare routine that many women follow. Take a look at these ten easy habits for healthier hair that you need to make a part of your everyday regime.

#1) Do not wash your hair everyday

Yes we agree that cleaner hair definitely looks healthier but it does not mean that you wash your hair everyday with the harsh chemicals that go inside that shampoo bottle. Regular showers and shampoos tend to strip your hair off its natural oils. Wash your hair twice-thrice a week and notice the difference.

 

#2) Try to keep them as loose as possible

It’s good to experiment with different hairdos but you need to remember that keeping any body part constricted for too long can irritate it and same goes for hair. Try to keep your hair down and loose whenever possible. And even if you tie it up, ensure that it gets sufficient space to breathe. Don’t make it too tight and avoid using hair ties with metal bands.

 

#3) Make protein a part of your diet

As per the dermatologists of the American Academy of Dermatology, one of the major reasons for hair thinning and hair loss lies in protein deficiency. The essential element of hair is protein which is why it is important to include protein in your diet to stimulate the growth of healthy hair.  

 

#4) Keep changing your hair products

If you keep using the same shampoo and conditioner for a very long time, your hair gets used to it and stops responding to it which results in product build-up. In order to avoid that, use different hair products from time to time. It’s a sweet surprise for your hair and keeps it looking happy and healthy.

 

#5) Go au naturel whenever possible

It is impossible to stay away from those curling irons and straighteners and we understand that. However, your hair also deserves a break once in a while. So try to go natural whenever possible and let your hair take in some fresh air. The heat from all these equipments dries off the moisture from the hair and leaves it feeling dull and tired. Avoid it whenever possible.

 

#6) Load on the vitamins

Not just proteins, vitamins are a very important part of your hair’s health too. Dermatologists recommend a daily intake of iron, vitamin D, zinc, and B-complex vitamins for keeping your hair looking fabulous. So get those multivitamins and see the change in your hair.

 

#7) Dry your hair properly

No one should step out of the house with dripping-wet hair. Not only does it look untidy, it makes you look sloppy and might we add a little clumsy too. Before you pull out that blow dryer, give your hair some time to air-dry. Brushing wet hair causes the maximum damage as hair is the weakest when it’s wet so wait for it to dry naturally and then style as per your preference.

 

#8) Get your hair trimmed regularly

This tip has been repeated a million times over only because it is very important. Getting your hair trimmed on a regular basis prevents the split-ends from climbing their way up making your hair look thinner. This is the reason behind the age-old logic of getting your hair trimmed if you want them to grow.

 

#9) Style, but with protection

Remember that equipping your hair with heat protectors is the first step towards styling. Use plenty of protecting spray on your hair before you apply all that heat to it. Would you like to directly apply heat to your skin? No? Treat your hair the same way then.

 

#10) Avoid using very hot water for your shower

We know that the effect of heat on hair has been emphasised a bit too much in this article but only because we genuinely care for your tresses. Extremely hot water damages the layer of protein on our hair which makes it appear lifeless. Use lukewarm water while you shower and keep your locks looking shiny.

 

 

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