We’ve all got hair-related predicaments and the changing weather doesn’t really help much. If the summer is to hot and dry, the cooler climate is bringing in humidity-related problems like frizziness. Managing to keep those tresses protected and beautiful consistently is the tricky part and a little expert advice wouldn’t hurt.
The basic mantra to healthy shiny hair is to maintain a balanced diet and use a good shampoo. Following it up with a conditioner and a leave-in serum is a good for general health of all hair types. A clean scalp is a must.
Sapna Bhavnani, the hair expert associated with Fiama Di Wills, also made more popular on the last season of the reality show Bigg Boss, answers a few queries that may just help take the stress off. Running her salon in Mumbai (does the name Mad o Wot ring a bell?), the celebrity stylist also has a few tricks up her sleeve.
Identify your hair type
Every individual has different kind of hair. There are a large variety of hair types which have different requirements. There are dry, oily, frizzy, dull, damaged, coloured and many more types of hair. Hence, a special hair care regimen is required to treat and address specific hair needs. The first step is to identify the right shampoo for your hair type, use a proper conditioner which gives softness and shine and finally apply a little bit of serum that would protect the hair from external damages. This method is applicable for straight hair as well just that the right product should be picked up. Hair that has been chemically treated needs specific hair products that can supplement for the lack of nutrition.
Truth behind dull hair
Lack of nutrients and exposure to pollution and chemical treatments result in dull hair. A good diet and proper nutrition combined with a good shampoo is essential. You should have enough of proteins, iron, and vitamins to keep your hair healthy and beautiful.
Prevent the frizz
Applying a good serum post hair wash is a must to maintain dry, frizzy hair. Take some serum on your palms and run it through wet hair. Allow it to air-dry so you get smooth, well-behaved hair.
Protect hair from damage
Damage is caused due to exposure to harsh sunlight, pollution and heat and needs to be protected from such exposures. Applying serum post hair wash gives a protective shield to ones hair.
Rejuvenate your hair
Damaged hair needs a lot of care. It needs special nutrients to restore through a healthy diet and innovative hair care products. There are few ingredients that are important for maintaining hair health. Brands like Fiama Di Wills have a range of shampoos, conditioners and serums to help restore and protect hair from specific damages like the environment, chemical treatments and hair fall due to breakage.
Get rid of spilt ends
A haircut or a trim is required every 3-4 months to maintain healthy hair. There are lots of misconceptions about the causes of splits. The fact of the matter is split ends occur when hair follicles become dry, brittle, and lose their naturally occurring layer of protection. Excessive washing, harsh combing and generally inadequate care are among the leading causes of split ends, but unfortunately, hair health can also be affected by conditions which can’t easily be helped, like dry climate and harsh winds
Healthy hair loss
We shed an average of 50-100 hair strands per day. Under normal conditions, new hair grows to replace each strand that has been shed, keeping the average number of growing hair about the same at all times. Hair loss may involve many unknown factors including stress. A balanced diet, and a proper hair care regimen will balance hair fall.
Colour me pink
Coloured hair needs special care as it has been through chemical treatment. It is essential to use a proper colour care shampoo, conditioner and serum. The hair is in a delicate state once it is coloured and if the right at-home care is not given it would only lead to dull, dry, brittle hair.
Cure the flakes
A dry, flaky scalp can have a number of causes, from wintry weather to harsh hair products. Using the right anti-dandruff shampoo can go a long way toward restoring moisture to a dry scalp.
Nutrition for hair
Good nutrition helps form healthier hair follicles and makes stronger, thicker, healthier hair when it’s being formed. A well-balanced meal along with nutritional supplements, that we get through specialised hair care products are important to ensure optimum hair growth and overall health. A protein rich diet is beneficial as hair is made up of the protein keratin. Fish, pulses, greens, fresh salads and fruits should be added into the diet. Few elements that are required for good hair are not often included in the daily diet. Those are supplemented through good hair care products which are innovative and address specific hair needs, types and treats specific damages.
