10 TIPS ON HOW TO MAINTAIN LONG HAIR HEALTHY AND SHINY

 

 Having a long and shiny hair would be definitely considered as an asset to most of the women. But still maintenance of this great asset is definitely not easy for all. The longer and healthier the hair, the more if the care and time you need to put on them. Also, having long hair may also head to damage to the hair while you carry it on. Just follow these simple tips and it will help keep your beautiful long locks at the peak of health and looking wonderful.

Use a good hairbrush

Long hair also comes with more number of tangles and there will be a lot of hair to brush. Spending money on a good quality hairbrush for your hair becomes a necessary in this case. The best kind to buy are natural bristle brushes with rounded bristles and look for a brush that is firm but still gentle enough that it won’t pull on your hair too much. It’s also worth having a wide toothed comb for painlessly easing out any tangles.

Be gentle on your hair

To keep your long hair healthy is to be kind and gentle to your hair and love it. Long hair is more prone to breaking and splitting, especially when it is wet. Never dry your hair roughly with a towel and remember to protect it from long exposure to sunlight and wind, and never tie it up in a ponytail when it’s wet.

Trim your hair regularly

When you regularly trim your hair, you avoid split ends and also damaged hairs. Just trimming the hairs for every two months will help you cut down the damaged and thin ends. Though the myth that cutting your hair makes it grow faster isn’t true, it does help to keep your long hair looking neat and tidy.

Use minimal hair products

The longer the hair, the lesser the use of hair products should be. To keep your hair healthier and shiny, you should not overdo it with hair products. Long hair is heavier than short hair and if you get a build-up of products in your hair, then it is going to weigh down your hair even further and make it look flat and lifeless. Especially the products that contain silicone make your hair look shinier when used initially but they can build up on your hair and, over time, actually dry your hair out.

Use products of same brand

If you still want to use a hair product then choose hair products that match your hair type and most importantly use the products from same brand. Do not use your hair as a shampoo testing specimen as you might soon lose it. If possible choose products that contain natural ingredients. Check with your hairdresser for their recommendations.

Avoid hair dyes

Hair dyes contain many harsh chemicals that can damage your hair, so the best advice is to stick with the color that nature gave you. If you do color your hair, then only have it done when it really needs it, and avoid the temptation to change your hair color too often. In fact using hair dyes to cover your grays can actually cost more for you to cover up the entire length.

Don’t wear your hair too tight

Having long hair and carrying it on is not an easy task and so a lot of women try to wear it too tight so it does not disturb them. But tight styles like ponytails or braids can damage long hair and the safest style for long hair is just to let it down. You can keep your hair off your face by using headbands, but if you keep tying up your hair, you will damage it.

Avoid hair dryers

Using hair dryers will harm your hairs by causing breakage and thinning. The best way to dry your hair is to let it dry naturally. When you have long hair, it is even more tempting to turn dryers up to full blast to get the job done quicker. It’s far better to gently pat your hair dry with a towel and let the fresh air do the rest.

Do not wash your hair often

When you wash your hair very often, you will be losing most of the essential oils that needs to nourish your scalp. Wash your hair less and condition it more if you want the same shine in your long hairs. Daily wash will strip all the natural oils from hair and leave it dry and flat. Try washing your hair just twice a week. Use a quality conditioner and remember to give your hair a good, but gentle brush, to spread your natural oils along the whole length of your hair.

Eat and drink healthy

Eating nutritious foods that are rich in nutrients and drinking water or fluids regularly will help you have the long hairs in their best shine. You need protein for hair growth, and plenty of vitamins A, C and E to keep your hair shiny. Drinking plenty of water fulfills your hair needs and helps in hydrating it as well.

So these were some of the simple to follow tips that will definitely help you get manage the long tresses. The long hair is the crown of your personality and you should never be lazy in taking care of this pride of yours. Do follow the tips given sincerely and you can no more come across any hair problems in the future. Enjoy the long and shiny hair and experiment new styles and flaunt your wonderful asset with pride by maintaining them in a good condition.