How To Have Healthy Hair

I, personally, have a major obsession with maintaining healthy hair. But with British weather and the temptation of heat styling tools, it can be incredibly difficult. Here's a few tips to make your hair smile.

Don't wash your hair everyday
This can be hard to do if you're already used to it. If you already don't wash your hair everyday, try and train your hair to go a day longer. I know, that greasy feeling is horrible and it's all you can think about all day whilst trying not to touch it but inevitably touching it 24/7 and it gets worse. But, if you wash it less, your hair will get used to it. Washing your hair strips your natural oils which help keep your hair healthy and shiny. Without these oils, your hair may become brittle and more liable to breakage.

Limit the amount of heat you use on your hair
This is one of those things where saying it is a lot easier than doing it. But, there are a few simple steps to minimise the affects of heat. The obvious one is use less heat. Whether this be don't straighten/curl your hair as often or use a hair dryer less often, it can be difficult. But, set yourself a goal on how often you can use a heat styling product, and this goal should be a maximise of 3 times per week. Let your hair dry naturally instead of using a hair dryer. And always use a heat protection spray if you will use heat on your hair.

Have regular hair cuts
Having those regular trims helps keep the ends from splitting and getting damaged. Most people don't like those few days after you have your hair cut but it's worth it for your hair, trust me. The longer you leave it, the more your hair will break and further up your hair the breakage will go. This means the longer you wait, the more hair you will need to have cut off, whereas if you had regular, small trims then you wouldn't have needed a lot of hair cut off. It's about weighing it up, and in these circumstances, regular trims are key.

Use a treatment mask at least once a week
Use a mask that is specially suited to treat your hair type. So, if you use more heat than you should, use a heat recovery mask like the Tresemmé Thermal Recovery mask. Or, if your hair just generally feels brittle and dry, then try a more nourishing mask, like the Tony & Guy Nourishing mask. Really, it's about finding a mask that works for you and one that actually works. Masks help restore oils back into your hair that keep it healthy and keep your hair looking shiny and feeling soft. It's a win win situation.

Avoid tying your hair up tightly
This includes pony tails, buns, etc. Doing it tightly with a normal hair band allows for easy breakage for your hair round the area of your hair that gets tied. Using fabric bands and even scrunchies is better for your hair, as it won't be as damaging on your hair. Or, just tie your hair up less.

I hope this helped you on your route to having healthy hair!

Thanks for reading,

Abbie x