Wash the hair. A simple gesture that is often not given the right attention. Here, then, is everything you need to know when you wash your hair, to do it correctly and guarantee your hair health and beauty.
It is often a almost automatic gesture and to which proper attention is not paid. Even if you seem to do it right, in fact, when you wash your hair it is important to follow a few little trick more. From the frequency, to the products to use, up to how to dry them.
In fact, every action must be done in the correct way to ensure the hair right care it needs, and ensure that she is always perfect and, above all, healthy. Here, then, is all that is best to do or not do when you wash your hair. Many little tricks of a real hair stylist which will make the hair stronger and more beautiful. Touch and glance proof.
Pay attention to the frequency
The first thing to keep in mind when it comes to hair is about frequency with which you decide to wash them. Once, twice, five times a week? Generally speaking it is important don’t do it too often. This is because, by doing so, the hair would weaken too much, losing shine and strength.
The ideal is to do this three times a week. Maybe alternating the classic washing with a “dry” one for do not stress the skin too much and the hair itself. Obviously, also bearing in mind the type of hair and exposure to external agents that can dirty the scalp.
Why does hair get dirty?
In fact, there are several factors at the basis of the need to wash the hair more or less frequently. Both internal, which derive directly from the body, and external, that is they depend on the surrounding environment.
“Self” factors
The first concerns the sebum production on the part of the scalp and that, together with the sweat and al cell turnover of the skin, they form the “self-produced” dirt.
“Non self” factors
The second refers to everything that is deposited on the foliage and that comes from the outside. Pollution, dust, microbes, etc. All elements that increase sensitivity of the skin, altering the balance of the scalp microbiota. If you live in the city, then, and you wash your hair two or three times a week, it might not be enough keep them free from impurities and full of health. That is why it is always good to evaluate each factor and act accordingly.
Choosing the right products
Another important element to keep in mind when washing your hair is the choice of products to use. In fact, shampoos are not all the same. Dry, oily, colored, curly, smooth, thin or thick. There are many types of hair, as well as specific products to satisfy every need and don’t risk ruining them.
No generic products, therefore, better opt for something more specific, which contains suitable ingredients to your type of hair and possibly without sulphates. In this you can get advice from an expert or, in case of discomfort such as the presence of dandruff or dermatitis, it is good to contact a dermatologist directly.
Perform the correct movements
It happened to everyone. Often due to haste, lack of desire or simply because we do not know the method well, we do not pay much attention to the “how”. To wash your hair correctly, however, it is important to follow a few small, but fundamental, precautions. Useful to perform an accurate and effective cleansing and to keep the hair healthy and beautiful.
Before starting, therefore, remember that:
- it is important to wet your head well before applying any product, to ensure its right absorption;
- there is no need to empty the package to get a good wash. A nut of shampoo will be more than enough;
- it is good massage the skin with circular movements, dedicating a few minutes to washing, at least five (haste is never a good thing!);
- do not rub the lengths and ends. This, in fact, can excessively dry them, ruining them;
- rinse the skin with warm or cool water. Never hot. Excessive heat, in fact, weakens the hair making it dull.
Don’t forget the conditioner
An obvious thing, but one that is good to remember. Shampoo and conditioner are not interchangeable. When you wash your hair, therefore, always remember to also use a conditioner (which, like shampoo, should never be generic). The balm, in fact, nourishes and protects the hair, hydrating it and increasing its elasticity.
An indispensable step for shiny hair, of course applying it correctly. When you wash your hair, therefore, when applying the conditioner, always pay attention to:
- let it absorb for a maximum of one, two minutes. Overdoing the timing can weigh down the hair by reducing the volume of the hair;
- do not apply it when the hair is too wet, better dab it a little earlier, to ensure the conditioner penetrates well without it slipping off;
- rinse the hair well, removing all traces of product.
Do not comb wet hair
In general, then, it is good to adopt the good habit of do not comb your hair when it is wet. This is because the wetter the hair, the more it will increase the risk of break and damage the hair, leading to their downfall.
Better pat them a little with a towel or wait until they have dried even slightly before combing them. In case it is really necessary, then, it is always preferable use your fingers to untangle any knots, in a more gentle way and avoiding breaking the hair.
Is it better to use a comb or a brush?
Another important element to keep in mind to safeguard your hair is the choice of tools to use. For example, it is better to use a comb or brush? The answer is simple, and it is the comb. But not just any one. The best thing, in fact, is to opt for a wide-toothed comb.
This should be used before washing, to untangle any knots and remove the first traces of dirt, and then. Obviously, as mentioned, taking care not to do it when the hair is still very wet.
Don’t tie your hair
Just like with combing your hair, even tying your hair when wet is not a good habit for the health of the hair. When they are full of water, in fact i hair is more fragile and tying them with an elastic (of any type) can break them, damaging the fibers. But not only.
Tying wet hair increases hair formation split ends, increases the sensation of itchiness in the scalp and the formation of dandruff. In short, all good reasons to avoid doing it and wait until they are completely dry.
Dab do not rub
Shampoo, conditioner, comb. You have done everything perfectly but be careful because to keep your hair always beautiful you are not done yet. When you wash your hair you absolutely cannot neglect the time of drying.
Rule number one, never rub the hair. As mentioned, in fact, when the hair is wet it is much more fragile than when it is dry. This is why it is important do not stress them by squeezing or rubbing them to remove excess water. The thing to do, however, is to pat the hair gently with a towel, preferably in microfiber. Also opting for a t-shirt, less aggressive than the classic bath towel.
Turban: yes or no?
Another way to get the water out of your hair after washing is to wrap it in turbaned ways with a towel. In this way the hair remains protected from external agents, drying gently and more naturally.
The thing to watch out for, though, is not to forget the turban on your head for too long. Starting to do a thousand other things while waiting. The ideal is to use it for a few minutes, thus avoiding that the towel retains too much moisture, generating the frizz effect typical of rainy days.
Better to avoid the phone
If at this point you are wondering if after you wash your hair you have to leave them wet until they dry on their own, the answer is nì. Or rather, as we have already said hair does not like heat, as it tends to weaken, dry and wear them out. It is true, however, that one cannot always opt for a ‘natural drying.
Although it would be better to avoid using a hairdryer, therefore, it is good to learn how to use it correctly:
- not at maximum temperature;
- keeping it away from the hair, especially from the lengths;
- using it only when strictly necessary.
To protect the hair from the heat, then, it is possible to use gods serums or thermo-protective sprays, which help to preserve them and shield them from possible damage.
This way your hair will always appear shiny, soft and healthy. Thanks to the right care and an ad hoc beauty routine to give it strength and vigor at each wash.