The Best Ever Hair Care Tips

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 It doesn’t matter what hair type you have, whether it’s curly, thin, dry, or oily, some hair care tips are universal. It’s smart to tailor your routine to the needs of your hair, but the basics are the same and important to know. The following are some hair care tips, for all hair types, and happier, healthier hair. 

Wash With Lukewarm Water

A really hot shower might feel really relaxing, but it’s not good for your skin or your hair. That really hot water can strip your hair of its essential oils, which leaves it looking dry and dull. The next time you’re in the shower, turn down the temperature a little. Lukewarm water is just as effective at getting you clean, but it’s not as harsh on your hair or on your skin. 

Hot water isn’t good for your skin either. If you find that your skin is dry, your hot shower could be what is to blame.

Condition Correctly

You probably know that you should be using a conditioner, but are you using your conditioner in the right way? Think about where your hair tends to get greasy first. For most people, this is usually the roots. Conditioner only needs to be applied to certain parts of your hair, so you can skip applying it to these greasier areas. Instead, apply it to the mid-lengths and the ends of your hair. Conditioning the roots can end up weighing your hair down. 

Distribute the conditioner using a wide-tooth comb to help detangle your hair. Choose a conditioner that suits your hair type. For example, if your hair lacks volume, you can restore your hair to its original fullness with Joico shampoo and conditioner. 

Concentrate Shampoo On The Scalp

In contrast to conditioner, which you should focus on the lengths and ends of your hair, shampoo should be concentrated on the ends of your hair. If you wash only the lengths and the ends of your hair, you can accidentally strip away moisture and leave your hair looking dull, lackluster, and dry. Your scalp produces oil and is constantly shedding skin cells. This means it is the area that really needs proper cleansing, so when you wash your hair, concentrate your efforts focused on your scalp and your roots. 

Be Extra Thorough With Rinsing

You’re almost done washing your hair, which means that it’s time to rinse out any remaining product. Make sure you are extremely thorough when you do this to make sure you have properly washed everything out. Any product that has been leftover can leave you with buildup, which weighs down the hair and makes it look greasy. 

Don’t Dry Off With A Towel

A towel seems like the most obvious way to get excess water out of your hair and to dry off after a shower, but it’s not actually the best for your air, as it can cause breakage. Instead, squeeze out any excess water, and then dry your hair with an old cotton t-shirt. This is much gentler than a towel.