Different ways of nourishing your hair – how (and if) do they work?
There are various ways of taking care of your hair. Each of them works differently and provides different effects. It is very important to realise that hair care is not only limited to choosing appropriate products. It also means proper methods. Each of them is worth trying out in order to choose the one that brings best effects and meets the needs of your hair. Additionally, remember that every one of us is different, the same as our hair. It is as unique as our fingerprints. Well-maintained hair can tell a lot about us. However, when it comes to the care, keep in mind that the same conditioner that works wonders on our friend’s hair may not be as good for us.
Have a look at the most essential hair care methods.
1. Conditioner used after a shampoo.
This is the most common way of nourishing your hair. Your favourite product must be applied to freshly washed, damp hair. The time required to keep the conditioner on your hair is specified on the label. After the desired period of time, rinse it with warm, but not hot, water.
2. Conditioner applied before washing the hair.
This will work wonders on thin hair. The conditioner must be applied to slightly damp hair, left for the period of time advised by the producer. Then, without rinsing, apply shampoo and wash your hair with both products.
In order to intensify this method, you might as well use the hot air from your blow-dryer. The heat will help the ingredients penetrate the hair and provide better results.
3. Oiling hair.
Method, well known for ages, especially valued by women of Middle East. To better understand how underrated the properties of natural oils are, just have a look at the beautiful hair of Asian women.
This method involves applying your favourite oil on dry or damp hair and scalp. Additionally, a scalp massage will improve blood circulation and therefore, allow the active ingredients to reach deeper layers of the skin and inside the hair follicles. Apply the oil at least two hours prior to washing your hair, however, it is advisable to leave it overnight.
4. Applying cream on the hair.
This method is not very popular. It is similar to oiling because it is done the same way. However, instead of using an oil, you apply a facial or body cream on your hair. Although, you must remember to chose only safe and natural products, containing appropriate, selected ingredients. A good content of the cream plays the key role in hair care. Another important matter worth mentioning is the amount of product applied. Keep in mind that too much does not necessarily mean better. Try not to overdose. Furthermore, you can apply the cream before washing your fair, or replace the conditioner and apply it only to the ends.
