Brittle hair: causes, prevention, elimination

Hair is the adornment of any girl. It doesn't matter if they are long or gentle, it is important that they are healthy. But not everyone succeeds in this and not always. In the constant pursuit of beauty and a perfect view, the young ladies themselves dry them with irons, hair dryers, and an excess of healing procedures. So how do you maintain proper hair care and how to treat hair that has already been damaged?

Hair became brittle: reasons

If not all, then many people know that the hair located outside the roots is already dead. They are 80% protein (keratin), 15% water and 5% other substances and pigments. We can improve this type of hair by cosmetic means. Another species, which is located under the skin, is susceptible to changes in the environment, both inside and outside.

Brittleness is a condition in which the hair is sore. They are weakened and thinned, begin to chop, break.

There are several reasons that, together or separately, harm hair:

• The sebaceous glands of the head are not functioning properly.
• Absence proper nutrition... Hair, like the whole body, needs nutrition and vitamins: magnesium, calcium, zinc, iron. In their absence, the hair loses its strength and shine.
• Temperature drops.
• Frequent hair coloring.
• Incorrect comb.
• Poor quality or incorrectly selected hair cosmetics.
• The presence of bad habits (smoking).
• A hereditary factor is possible.
• Various diseases of the body (for example, the gastrointestinal tract).
• Stress, overload of the nervous system.

Brittle hair - treatment

If the hair has been damaged, it can no longer be completely and completely restored. You can give him a second life by improving the appearance and extortion of the reasons that led him to this state. There are several types of treatment:

1. Diet - The point of treatment is as follows: you choose a diet to “please” your hair. Include in it fruits and vegetables rich in magnesium, zinc (nuts, radishes). Eliminate fast food from your diet, consume moderately sweet foods. Thanks to proper nutrition, hair will be renewed much faster, growth will accelerate.
2. Pharmacotherapy - treatment with keratin and paraffin wax oils.
3. Vitamin therapy - treatment with a course of vitamins that are beneficial for hair (A, E, C).
4. Herbal medicine is a treatment based on the use of herbs and oils.

Products for brittle hair

Why, but modern cosmetology provides a great variety of hair care products. All you need to do is go to the store and choose what you like. Or whatever is required at the moment. Perhaps, attention should be focused on the most commonly used care products that are present in every girl.

Balm-conditioner for hair

It happens that it goes already as a two-in-one complex, and maybe separately. It is used by many, but often not quite right. To achieve a result, it is best not to apply it to the hair roots, but somewhere 5 centimeters away from them. After washing your head, towel dry your hair, apply balm and leave on for 5 to 10 minutes. Then, wash it off with room temperature water. It is best to wash your hair with lukewarm water. Try to dry them without using a hair dryer.

Why balms are useful:

• They contain a small amount of alcohol to help soften the hair.
• oils prevent moisture loss, give hair shine;
• contain proteins (keratin).

Shampoos

For brittle hair, it is correct to give preference to sulfate-free shampoo. It does not dry hair and skin. In order for your hair to be strong and strong, it is better to wash your hair about once every five days.

Hair sprays, lotions

They are made from herbal extracts, adding vitamins, keratin, oils necessary for hair. They help to revitalize the hair, give it shine, and make it easier to comb.

Oils and serums

A very convenient and useful tool. Nothing will moisturize your hair like oil, and sometimes a mixture of oils. However, it is worth considering the fact that the oil should be cosmetic, not weighing down the hair.

Serums are good because they can be used as additional thermal protection.

Oil for brittle hair

There are several types of oils:

1. Regular (burdock, shea, wheat germ) are sold mainly in pharmacies or specialized stores, are applied to the hair as nourishing masks and require rinsing.
2. Specialized oils. They are used as a moisturizer and nourishment for hair with vitamins. Apply after washing and does not require rinsing.

Ideally, the first type is best used as a course once a week for a month, then a break for 3-4 months. It is recommended to use the second type of oil constantly, but in moderation. Otherwise, no matter how light the oil is, the hair will quickly become salted.

Masks for brittle hair at home

In order to give your hair a healthy look and take proper care of it, it is not at all necessary to run to the salon. With the current choice of cosmetics, everything can be done at home.

Split Ends Mask

Ingredients:

• jojoba oil 1 tsp;
• burdock oil 1 tsp;
• castor oil ½ tsp

Application: mix the ingredients, heat them in a water bath to room temperature. Apply along the length of the hair, lubricating the ends liberally. Place your hair under a plastic cap for at least 30 minutes (ideally overnight). Rinse off the mask with shampoo, then use a balm or conditioner as usual.

Laminated mask

Ingredients:

• gelatin 1 tbsp;
• hair mask / balm 1 tablespoon;
• yolk 1 pc .;
• essential oil 1-2 drops of your choice.

Application: melt the gelatin in a water bath, adding a little water to it. Let it cool down, add balm, yolk, essential oil. Stir well and apply over the entire length of hair. Place them under a plastic cap, cover your head with a warm handkerchief, or put on a hat. It is advisable to keep the mask for at least 30 minutes. Afterwards, rinse off with warm water, without shampoo. The result will not be long in coming. Hair will be smooth and soft.

How to improve your hair

Perfect hair condition is the result of hard work and self-improvement. To have a head of hair that will please the eye. It's not enough to go to the salon once or make a couple of masks. Constant care and maintenance of the obtained result is required.

To do this, you must observe the following rules:

1. Choose your comb carefully. She should not get tangled in her hair, much less tear it. Make sure your chosen grooming tool does not scratch your scalp. It is preferable to buy combs made from natural materials.
2. You also need to comb your hair correctly, from the ends to the roots, a little damp.
3. Do not forget to use hair care products (sprays, serums). When choosing one or another, proceed from the condition of your hair.
4. Do masks at least once a week.
5. Based on the type of hair, treat it with oil. This will help the hair to retain moisture.
6. Remember that external factors (wind, rain) also affect the hair, thinning and drying it. Therefore, do not forget to use sprays to protect your hair.
7. If possible, visit the salon, where specialists will point out to you the shortcomings and help you find a solution to the problem.
8. Do not forget that the best prevention of sectioning is to trim the ends once a month.