Proper hair care according to hair type

Hair care must be correct, otherwise all efforts may go to waste, and instead of the desired result, you will get the exact opposite effect. When creating a care program, you must first take into account your hair type, because what is good for dry hair will be destructive for oily hair. In this article we will talk about how to properly care for your curls and what you need to know about them.

Oily hair care

Oily hair, especially those that become dirty by the evening, is a real problem for its owner. They can become this way for many reasons, the main ones of which are improper care and hormonal imbalance.  The hormone testosterone is responsible for the production of sebum. If the level in the body is elevated, the hair and skin quickly become oily. As for improper care, first of all it is worth noting frequent washing of the hair, which helps to completely remove sebum, which acts as a protective barrier against germs. Thus, the body, trying to defend itself more strongly, begins to produce even more sebum. Moreover, this is one of the most common reasons for the appearance of such a problem, when the roots of the hair are oily and the ends are dry, because the hair itself dries out from frequent washing.

Of course, you need to take care of oily hair, apply masks, follow some rules, but it still wouldn’t hurt to get examined by a qualified specialist. This will help rule out the fact of hormonal imbalance and understand that oily hair in your case is a feature of the body.

So, what should you do if your hair is prone to oiliness:

• Review your diet and make your diet rich in vitamins such as A, E, C and B and minerals - zinc, sulfur, magnesium, etc. If it is not possible to consume foods high in them, then purchase and drink the course good multivitamins.
• Try to fiddle with your hair less with your hands, especially dirty ones, as this makes your hair greasy faster.
• Eat less sweet, salty, fatty, fried and spicy foods - all this directly affects the production of sebum. No one is saying that you should give up such goodies, you just need to reduce their quantity to a minimum. A little time will pass and you will see that in addition to the condition of your hair, the skin of your entire body and face will also improve.
• Drink more clean water - this will seriously improve not only your hair, but also your body as a whole.
• Try to minimize exposure to the scalp, which can lead to increased sebum production. This includes frequent combing, head massage, using hot water when washing hair, and using oils in masks. There are, of course, oils that have a beneficial effect even on oily dermis, but they must be chosen very carefully.
• Wrong selected shampoos and styling products, frequent use of hair dryers and straighteners also often become the culprits of excessive oily hair. Therefore, if you need to use a hairdryer, then turn it on cold blowing, not hot. Choose hair products that are labeled accordingly.
• When applying conditioner to your hair, do not apply it closer than 10 cm to the roots. 

This is a basic summary of rules that relate to caring for oily hair. Another good result in the fight for beautiful curls is shown by various masks that match your hair type. Speaking about the compositions that are compatible with oily curls, it is worth saying that first of all, they should be light. If oils are used, it is better to give preference to the following bases and esters:

• jojoba;
• sesame;
• grape seed oil;
• macaamia;
• almonds;
• tea tree;
• eucalyptus;
• lemon;
• mint;
• sage;
• cypress;
• cedar;
• pine.

Clay dries oily hair well and can be included in homemade masks. A green product is especially beneficial in this matter. Henna has a similar effect on curls. If you don't want to dye your hair, you can purchase a colorless version.

Tinctures with alcohol and vodka also help fight the problem. They are prepared at home and regularly rubbed into the roots of the hair. Pay attention to the tincture of calendula and parsley.

After washing, rinse your hair with decoctions of medicinal herbs. For example, from linden, oak bark, nettle, St. John's wort, coltsfoot.

You need to be especially careful when choosing a shampoo. Avoid products that contain silicone. It accumulates in the pores, clogging them and promoting increased sebum formation. Mass market shampoos are very aggressive even for oily hair types, so it is preferable to purchase products from professional series. If your hair is washed daily, which, by the way, is very bad for it, you need to buy shampoos that are suitable for frequent use.

Dry hair care

The problem with such hair often lies not only in dryness, but also in porosity, cross-section and fragility. There are several reasons why hair becomes dry and problematic. One of the most popular is the hereditary factor. The second most popular reason is improper care. These include the use of destructive dyes, complete blow-drying of hair, and frequent use of a hair dryer and straightener. All this dries out the hair very much, which subsequently turns into straw. Proper care for dry hair is to eliminate the factors that provoke the problem, and then you can begin treatment. Be aware that this is not a quick process, and in some cases only hair growth will help.

Look carefully at your hair, is it really dry? The hair may be dry, but the roots can quickly become greasy. This situation complicates the care process somewhat, because it must be twofold. For example, shampoo is more suitable for oily hair types, but conditioner should be used for dry hair. The same goes for hair masks. For the roots, it is necessary to prepare formulations intended for oily hair types, and for the hair itself, for dry curls. At the same time, you also need to apply the compositions to your own area, without affecting another.

If, in addition to your hair, your scalp is also dry, then you need to use a line of products produced specifically for dry hair. Dry hair should be washed no more than once every four to five days, and the water temperature should be warm or cool. You need to complete the cleansing procedure with water acidified with lemon juice or water with vinegar (a large spoon of 9% of the composition is diluted in a liter of water). This rinse makes your hair healthier and shinier.

In order for dry hair to please you with its appearance, you need to regularly do health procedures using masks. The latter can be bought at a professional cosmetics store, or made yourself. Here are some useful recipes:

• Mix a couple of spoons of castor oil with a small spoon of vinegar and glycerin and one yolk of a chicken egg. Mix everything very well and apply to hair along the entire length for an hour.
• Mash small pieces of rye bread, previously soaked in water, with three large spoons of olive oil and distribute the mixture through the hair. Wrap your head with film and a towel. Leave on hair for at least half an hour.
• Half an hour before washing your hair, you need to apply simple burdock oil to the roots and all over your hair, and then warm your head. At the end of the procedure, wash your hair with shampoo.

Finally, a small life hack for those who inherited such wealth from their ancestors. Buy a good cream in the store designed for very dry skin. Yes, yes, exactly faces! An hour before washing your hair, vigorously rub the mixture into your scalp. When finished, wash your hair as usual.

Curly hair care

Curly hair cannot be called a problem at all, rather it is a gift. However, in order for them to look beautiful and attractive, they need to be properly cared for.

Against the backdrop of general hair care, we’ll tell you about five products that you simply cannot do without in this case.

• Sulfate-free detergent. Few people pay attention to the presence of SLS in the composition, but it has a very bad effect on the hair. This chemical regularly strips natural oils and water from the cuticle. And if oily hair can still somehow withstand all this, then curly hair, especially because of its structure, begins to stand on end from such a shampoo, looks lifeless and gets ruffled.
• Have you ever heard of a hair washing technique called cowashing? It will help save your hair and bring it back to life. The whole point of the technique is to completely abandon shampoo and switch exclusively to conditioner. The latter should be used as a detergent. Apply to roots and hair, massage for about five minutes, then rinse and repeat the procedure. Yes, you will have to be patient for a while until your hair gets used to it, but once the habit is formed, the result will certainly please you.
• A lot of silicones contain conditioner, which gives hair shine. Only sulfate shampoo removes this silicone from the hair. Therefore, if you use a sulfate-free type of detergent, then you should buy a balm without silicone. 
• Get your hair trimmed regularly. Unlike straight hair, on which the signs of splitting are not so noticeable, on curly hair this is noticeable and greatly spoils the appearance.
• Instead of styling products, in the case of curly hair, you can use leave-in conditioners. The curls will stay in place well, but leave-in balms won't do much harm.

Otherwise, caring for curly hair depends on the type of hair itself. After all, regardless of the shape, hair can still be oily, dry and normal, which means caring for it must be appropriate.

Caring for damaged hair

Damaged hair requires special attention, and to restore it, you need to put in a lot of effort. The main thing here is not to give up, do regular procedures and follow some rules of care.

• Every time after washing, rinse your hair with a decoction of herbs or water in which you have previously diluted lemon juice. This will make your curls beautiful and shiny.
• A composition made from linden infusion and yogurt is very suitable for damaged hair. To do this, the products need to be combined in equal volumes and distributed throughout the hair, leaving for half an hour.
• Various elixirs take very good care of damaged hair, which, by the way, also help stop hair loss. Their compositions contain a high concentration of beneficial substances that have a beneficial effect on the condition of the hair.
• A mask made from burdock, castor oil and flax oils perfectly nourishes lifeless hair. As a basis, take the yolk of a chicken egg, the listed oils in the amount of half a small spoon and a spoonful of cognac. Knead everything very well and apply to your hair. Wrap it under film and a towel for at least half an hour. 
• Silicone shampoos and conditioners harm hair, but not in the case of damaged hair. Here, silicone will act on the hair differently, covering it with a film, making it smooth and shiny. However, this does not mean that you need to use it all the time. It can be used approximately once every 3-4 washes with regular shampoo.

In addition, you need to know how to comb damaged hair correctly. To do this, you need to choose a tool with rare teeth. It is useful to use combs that have mixed bristles and contain not only natural, but also artificial bristles. Combs with wooden teeth have a positive effect on hair. The combing procedure should be carried out twice a day, slowly moving the comb 60 times. Always start combing your hair from the ends, gradually moving towards the top, especially if the hair is very tangled.