What and how to properly wash your hair

Experts recommend washing your hair as it gets dirty. Sebaceous secretions, dust accumulating at the base of the hair make it difficult for oxygen and other nutrients to enter the roots, which leads to a slower hair growth, split ends and faded appearance. You will learn how to properly care for your hair in this article.

How to wash your hair properly

To wash your head only benefit you, pay attention to the following rules:

1. Choose the right shampoo. If you are used to washing your hair daily, choose a neutral, non-aggressive product. It is advisable that the shampoo is hypoallergenic and appropriate for your hair type.
2. Gently apply the detergent to the strands. Squeeze the right amount into your hands and lather, then apply evenly to scalp and hair. This guarantees high-quality application of the product to the entire surface of the hair. As for the quantity, with daily care, you should not wash your hair several times, but if you wash your hair twice a week, then you need to repeat the procedure, and the second time the amount of shampoo can be halved.
3. Comb your hair gently before starting the procedure. Wash your hair, massaging from the ears to the back of the head. Do not use your nails to avoid scratching your skin. Massaging during the procedure will bring additional benefits to the hair roots.
4. Set the correct water temperature. Do not wash your strands with too hot water. The high temperature activates the activity of the sebaceous glands. Water heated to 40 degrees will dissolve the greasy cover well and remove dirt. Moreover, to improve blood circulation, it is better to complete the washing procedure with cool water. Many trichologists advise washing your hair with boiled water. This significantly reduces the alkaline effect on the hair.
5. Don't forget about masks... This remedy is maximally saturated with useful microelements, therefore, with a properly selected remedy, you will see the result after 8-9 sessions. In case of severe hair damage, apply masks once every 2 days. As a maintenance procedure, it is enough once every 7-8 days.
6. Use a balm. After shampooing, apply balm. This product restores alkaline levels, leaving hair shiny and silky. The curls are easier to comb and are not damaged. Once on the hair, the balm smoothes its surface, giving the hair a healthy look. Apply this product to the hair; you should not rub it into the skin.
7. Complete the procedure with special products. Choose the right protective agent for your hair type: oil or spray. Use the product according to the attached instructions. Do not apply too much of the preparation, as this can ruin the appearance of the hair. And don't forget that essential oils it is more advisable to apply to damp hair, the effect will be much better.
8. Before using a hair dryer or curling iron, be sure to use thermal protection. The protein that is part of the hair is easily destroyed by high temperatures, which leads to thinning of the hair.

How many times to wash your hair

This moment is individual for everyone. If the curls are very oily, then a long break can cause inflammation of the skin, but with dry hair, it is enough to wash your hair every 4-5 days.

Some experts point out that frequent use of shampoo leads to excess secretion of the sebaceous glands and pollution. Many girls, having abandoned shampoos and replaced them with homemade products, noticed a significant decrease in the oiliness of their hair.

Pay attention to the length of your curls. Short hair should be washed daily, especially if it is straight and defined. Use the mild shampoos that are suitable for daily care. Treatments for weakened hair will make it unnecessarily heavy.

Hair conditioner balm

Conditioners were formulated to reduce the effects of alkali from shampoos and hard water. In addition, they heal hair scales well, filling the damaged area and creating a protective film around the hair. Hair becomes smooth, silky, easy to comb. Such care is necessary if you have not used a very high quality shampoo.

The rinse aid contains:

• various surfactants;
• some preservatives;
• flavors;
• several types of thickeners;
• acidity regulators;
• dyes;
• natural ingredients.

Please note that many manufacturers use silicones to achieve a smoothing effect, which help to achieve quick results even on very badly damaged hair.

Wash my hair without shampoo

Shampoo, as a hair wash, has been invented quite recently. Until that time, people knew how to do without him. And the hair was thick, lush, shiny and healthy. The girls used ingredients to wash their hair: soda, mustard, some herbs, eggs, dairy products.

Today, some of the fairer sex resort to grandmother's recipes and wash their hair without shampoo. This provides many additional benefits: the roots receive additional nutrition, hair is healed, and do not get unnecessary toxins. The hairstyle acquires shine, elasticity, density, healthy appearance, the secretion of the sebaceous glands is reduced.

There are many recipes for washing your hair. The main thing, when refusing to use shampoo, withstand the first 2-3 weeks, when it seems that hair contamination occurs more often. However, the reason is quite different. Hair begins to cleanse itself of toxins and other harmful clumps.

To enjoy the result after the first procedure, rinse your hair after washing with a vinegar solution (200 g per 2 liters) or lemon juice (500 ml per 2 liters).

Wash your hair only when it gets dirty.

How to choose the right shampoo

When choosing a shampoo, be guided by your hair type. The product is suitable for your hair if:

• curls are easy to comb;
• you feel that the strands are well washed and there are no traces of fat on them;
• after drying, the strands acquire a natural shine;
• with repeated use, skin irritation is not noticed.

In addition to the listed qualities, a good shampoo replaces lost proteins and other useful substances, smoothes hair scales and does not weigh them down. To determine if a detergent is right for you, you should use it regularly for at least a month.

All shampoos are divided into categories:

• neutral;
• tint;
• medicinal;
• for deeper cleaning.

Regarding the type of hair, the products are divided into shampoo for:

• oily hair (contains the maximum amount of detergent components);
• dry hair (they have a minimum amount of detergent components, but additionally it contains preparations that protect hair from dryness);
• normal hair (has an optimal combination of detergent components).

Shampoos by hair type

Now let's talk in more detail about how to choose a shampoo for your hair type. Some people think that if they have normal hair, then it is not worth paying special attention to the choice of products. However, this is a misconception, and improper care can make your curls dry or too oily. To prevent this from happening, choose the right shampoo. It should be suitable for daily grooming and should not contain ingredients that would adversely affect normal hair. If you have natural hair that has not been dyed or other chemical influences, you should not take special shampoos, they will unnecessarily weigh your hair and dry your skin. But the decoctions of herbs that are part of the detergent will have a positive effect on the condition of your hair.

If you have dry and brittle hair, choose shampoos that contain proteins and keratins. They make the hair coarser and the hair more voluminous. Many dry hair cleaners contain lanolin, which nourishes the hair. For this type of hair, the use of balms and rinses is recommended.

You should pay special attention to the choice of shampoo if your sebaceous glands are working too actively and your hair quickly becomes dirty. Most importantly, try to wash your hair at least every two days. After washing, rinse hair with lemon or vinegar solution. This will additionally help restore the alkaline balance of the skin and hair. Choose a shampoo that contains extracts of various herbs and ingredients that will normalize the sebaceous glands. Do not buy products that contain substances that weigh down your hair, such as silicone. The presence of a large number of detergents in the shampoo can lead to itchy scalp and irritation.

If you have split ends, it is best to use a product for dry hair, its constituents will help "glue" the split end and make your hair smooth and manageable. However, if you have oily hair, then the use of such a product is not recommended. In this case, additional care should be taken for split ends.

Some girls' hair is very badly damaged due to various styling, dyeing and other chemical influences. Here you should choose a shampoo "for damaged hair". The composition of such a tool includes various oils, protein and other useful components. For bleached hair, shampoo containing egg yolk is the best choice. Such products have the maximum amount of nutrients that restore hair: keratin, protein, amino acids, biotin and others. A good healing effect can be achieved using numerous grandmother's recipes, a little later we will describe some of them.

Dandruff is a problem of many modern people, in order to effectively deal with it, you need to choose the right shampoo. Cosmetology offers a wide range of such products. One of the main components of such drugs is octopyrox. It is a blocker that restores normal scalp function by acting on the underlying cause. The detergent components that make up the product wash away particles of dead skin and prevent the appearance of dandruff again. Shampoo, designed to eliminate dandruff, relieves itching of the head, normalizes blood circulation, and accelerates hair growth.

Many surfactants in detergents can cause an allergic reaction. If you have a tendency to allergies, it is better to purchase a sulfate-free shampoo. Such preparations are made on the basis of soap root and other natural ingredients.

Professional shampoos

This category of products is more suitable for beauty salons and hairdressing salons. The composition of professional shampoos always includes a huge number of very active ingredients, they have the most powerful effect on the hair. After using such preparations, the hair becomes smooth and well combed. But only a professional can choose the right product for your hair. Therefore, if you decide to use a hair care product in this category, seek professional advice.

These formulations are usually the most concentrated and therefore the positive effect is visible after the first use.

Please note that professional hair care products do not offer 2in1 shampoo. Experts practice step-by-step hair treatment, therefore they offer separately: shampoos, rinses, balms, masks, and do not mix everything together in one preparation.

DIY shampoos

Soda is a natural ingredient loved by many girls who use homemade shampoos to wash their hair. It is very often dissolved in water to rinse the hair, it is a good neutralizer for acids released through the skin. For a brighter result, you can make a mask. Moisten baking soda with warm water and distribute through hair, leave on for 1-2 minutes and rinse with water.

Mustard shampoo. 1-2 tbsp. Dissolve tablespoons of mustard powder in 900 ml of warm water. Massage your scalp with this solution. Do not rinse off the composition if you feel a slight burning sensation. The product not only normalizes blood circulation, but also accelerates hair growth.

You can use the yolk to wash dry hair. To do this, clean it from the film and apply it on the head and hair with massaging movements. Rinse off the product with cool water. Finally, rinse your hair with a vinegar or lemon solution.

Brown bread shampoo helps get rid of dandruff. Soak a couple of slices in hot water. Apply the swollen bread to hair, massage and rinse.

Clay helps to cleanse the hair from dirt and soak it with useful substances. Choose the type of clay that works for your hair. Fill with warm water until gruel forms. The appropriate essential oils can be added if desired. Massage the mixture onto your scalp, leave it on for a few minutes and rinse.

Here's another nourishing shampoo recipe.

• banana;
• yolk;
• lemon juice;
• a few drops of essential oils;
• on an ampoule of vitamins B6 and B12.

Peel the banana, combine all components and beat, apply to hair, leave for a while and rinse.

After this shampoo, the hair gets a healthy look and natural shine.

These are simple and effective tools that can be made and used at home. They will not harm your hair, do not saturate them with harmful toxins, but, on the contrary, will give health and strength to your curls.