Hair can change a person’s look to a great extent, gives confidence and make her look good, but all this is not easy to maintain. Here are some Natural Hair Care tips to make things easy for you.
Eat a Healthy Diet
Eating a healthful diet is important for all body functions. Lack of proper nutrition can make hair dull, lifeless and can even cause it to fall out, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Protein is important for healthy hair. Good sources of protein are chicken, turkey, beef and low fat dairy products.
Other vitamin deficiencies can cause loss of hair. Low iron, zinc and omega 3 Fatty acids are important nutrients for the hair.
Exercise
Exercise increases blood flow and nutrients to the scalp. Providing nutrients to the scalp helps to keep it healthy. The increased circulation will give you a rosy glow, too.
Shampoo Less
Shampoo can strip the oils from hair. Instead of shampooing every day, rinse the hair and rub on a small amount of conditioner. Rinse with lukewarm water instead of hot water. Hot water strips away natural oils from the hair shaft. When shampooing, clean the scalp with the shampoo and then run it through the ends before rinsing.
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Use a gentle shampoo that contains jojoba oil. The April 6, 2001 CBS Money Watch Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine noted that jojoba oil is similar to human sebum. Jojoba normalizes the scalp by dissolving excess sebum or replacing lost sebum. It also moisturizes the hair shaft.
Fewer Hair Products
Minimize the use of styling products, they can build up on the hair and make it look dull. A November 27, 2007 report on CNN noted that using too many heat styling products damages hair. If you do use blow dryers or other heat stylers, make sure to use a good heat-protection product on the hair. Keep the blow dryer moving to keep from burning the hair.
Weekly Deep Conditioner
Environmental factors, stress and daily wear all take their toll on your hair. Use a deep conditioner once a week and leave it on for at least 30 minutes. Damage to hair creates scaly projections on the hair cuticle, according to the American Chemical Society. This makes the hair feel rough. Conditioners contain moisturizers that smooth down these projections, making the hair look healthy.
Loose Hair Styles
Tight hairstyles such as ponytails or other styles that pull hair tight at the temples can damage the hair follicle and cause hair loss. Wearing loose hairstyles with fabric bands are better for the hair. Putting your hair up when you go out on a windy day will keep down tangles and split ends.
Ref: http://www.livestrong.com/article/165097-remedies-for-hair-care/
Natural Conditioners
• Henna is a herbal treatment with good conditioning abilities.
• Egg white is a good conditioner for hair.
• Deep condition with curd, beer and egg.
• Mix a little vinegar in warm water and rinse your hair with this solution. This will add bounce to dull and lifeless hair.
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