Bad hair day is a real thing! Isn’t it? Does that bouncy and voluminous mane models flaunt in hair care ads seem like a far fetched dream to you most of the time? We agree, most of them do go a bit overboard.

But hair care experts opine that the dream of healthy hair can be turned into reality with proper hair care. Discover a curated list of top hair care tips in this article.

Highlights: 

  • Hair Care Does 
  • Hair care Don'ts
Hair Care Dos

1. Wash your Hair Regularly :

    washing your hairs regularly ensures that your scalp and hairs is free of dirt and excess oil. However, the right frequency depends on your hair type and personal preference . if you have extremely dry hair, limit washing to twice a week. if you have an oily scalp. washing your hair on alternate days can help.

2. Use Chemical Free Shampoo:

    You really can’t control all the environmental factors that damage your hair, but what you can control is the kind of shampoos you use. Lesser the number of chemicals in your shampoo, healthier your hair. Go for gentle shampoos that suit your hair type. Sulfates and parabens in shampoos are used for lathering and preserving respectively, but they can cause skin irritation over time and increase the risk of hormonal disruptions.

3. Condition correctly :

    Your conditioner contains ingredients that make the hair fall straight and manageable. It protects your hair from environmental aggressors and heat styling. However, it should be applied only on the tips of the hair and not on your scalp. Also, make sure to rinse it off thoroughly post application.

4. Dry your Hair Naturally :

    We know. Blow drying makes your hair as beautiful as that of your on-screen idol. But excessive heat styling can damage your hair scalp. Limit it to important events, if you have to style. Air drying or towel drying after shampoo is the best way to go. Never sleep in wet hair or comb wet hair. Harsh rubbing with a towel can damage the cuticle of your hair. Be gentle.

Hair Care Don't :

1.Hot Showers : 

      Hot showers strip off the natural oils from your scalp leaving it dry and flaky. Cold showers are your best bet.

 2. Stress :
        If you notice someone with healthy hair, we can bet our lives and say that they worry a little less. Stress can cause hair fall and unhealthy hair.

3. Chemicals :
    Chemicals from dying, perming and other hair treatments affect your hair follicles, disrupt hair growth and can also lead to hair fall.
        
4.Hair Styling Products :
    Heat styling using straighteners, blow dryers and curlers for prolonged periods changes hair texture, makes hair dry and prone to breakage.