Proper care of thin and damaged hair

Thin hair is a big problem for women. Most Slavic girls have thin hair, but some have at least thick hair. Such a problem can be transmitted genetically, here it is already worth resorting to tricks, such as special styling and hair care. And hair can become so from poor care of them, from frequent dyeing or daily drying with a hairdryer, especially with hot air. From this treatment, the hair becomes brittle and split. Improper nutrition or frequent stress also negatively affects the hair. The diet must necessarily contain vitamins such as A, C, H, all vitamins of group B. The norm in the body of iron, calcium and zinc is also the key to healthy hair. You can read a lot of useful information about vitamins for hair in the article: What vitamins strengthen hair, prevent dry and brittle hair

Three main features of fine hair:

1. thin hair gets dirty faster, that is, the roots become oily faster;
2. thin hair is very easy to overload, that is, you need to be careful when choosing masks and conditioners so that they do not weigh down your hair;
3. fine hair becomes dry and brittle easily.

Therefore, all your care should be based on these features of fine hair.

How to wash fine hair?

Thin hair gets dirty more often, and you have to wash your hair every day. The main thing to remember is that not every shampoo can be used. There are many shampoos that are suitable for daily use, and there are also shampoos that add volume. It is imperative to use a balm, so that combing is easy, and the hair is less tangled. Tangled hair breaks down even more and falls out. Going to bed with a wet head is simply contraindicated. Therefore, the first rule is to choose the right shampoo and hair conditioner. Shampoos 2 in 1 are not suitable for damaged hair.

Brittle hair should be washed gently. Lather the shampoo with light movements and rinse with cool water. In no case should you wipe your hair, you can blot it with a dry towel or just wrap a towel around your head and wait a little until the water is absorbed by itself. A light massage to improve blood circulation is also a very useful procedure before shampooing.

It is advisable to dry your hair without using a hair dryer. But if it is necessary, then be sure to cool air. You can lift your hair with a comb for volume and use a light styling foam. Various gels and foams are not suitable for such hair, they will look dirty.

Home care for thin hair

If you do not want to use chemical methods to eliminate the unhealthy look of hair and help them from the inside, then you need to learn how to care for thin hair at home.

Rubbing in oils is a good way to heal hair. Burdock oil for care is a very common and affordable remedy. Castor oil is a gentle way to boost hair growth. Olive and coconut oil nourishes the scalp and moisturizes it. But we must remember that such hair masks can be used once a week.

Dried herbs are also great for brittle hair. After washing, rinse your hair with a chilled decoction of nettle, chamomile, string, hops or oats. The advantage of this method is that this procedure can be done every time you wash your hair, that is, every day.

Masks for thin hair at home

There are also many natural product masks that can help heal hair, add shine, volume, and prevent dandruff. There are a great many recipes, but not everyone is suitable for a specific option. Here you need to try it on yourself in order to find a more suitable one.Here are a few products that can be used for a mask: lemon juice, vinegar (you should be very careful), kefir, sour cream, clay (mostly white), mineral water, honey, egg yolk. Various oils and vitamins can also be added to the masks.

Clay mask

• 1 tablespoon of clay, blue or white;
• 1/2 tablespoon of water (boiled), or mineral water, or a decoction of herbs;
• 3-5 drops of vitamin A and E in oil;
• 1 yolk;
• 1/2 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

The mask is done before washing your hair. Dilute the clay with water until the consistency of sour cream, add the rest of the ingredients. Apply the mask to the hair roots and insulate, hold for 15-20 minutes, no more, as you will see that the clay begins to dry out, the mask can be washed off. Then wash your hair as usual, but using a mask or balm for hair length, otherwise the hair will be coarse. It is enough to do this mask once a week.

Strengthening hair mask

• 2 tablespoons castor oil
• 1 teaspoon of ground ginger (you can take raw and grate, but dry ginger warms up more);
• 1 teaspoon of aloe juice.

The mask is done before washing your hair. Mix all ingredients and apply to scalp for 30 minutes to 1 hour. The mask needs to be insulated: wrap it with plastic wrap and insulate it with a woolen hat or warm towel.

Hair mask to reduce oiliness

• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon of alcohol or brandy;
• 1 yolk;
• 4-5 drops of peppermint or lemon essential oil.

In a glass bowl, first add honey, and to it the essential oil, then the rest of the ingredients. Apply the mask to the scalp, warm it and leave it for 40-60 minutes. After washing my head as usual. The mask can be done twice a week.

Mask for split ends

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon argan oil
• 1 teaspoon jojoba oil
• 8 drops of ylang ylang essential oil;
• 5 drops of vitamins A and E in oil (sold at the pharmacy).

The proportions of the oil can be changed depending on the length of the hair. We mix all the ingredients, heat in a water bath in a glass dish. In a warm form, apply to the hair, stepping back from the hair roots (although this mask can be applied to the scalp, but I like it only for the length). We insulate the mask and leave it for at least 2 hours, or better overnight. The mask is washed off with shampoo (2-3 times). It is enough to do this mask once a week.

What haircuts and hairstyles can be done for short hair can be found in this article. And also learn about the tricks on how to add volume to hair in the article.A hair patch for volume - a new word in the art of creating hairstyles

The right combination of products and their proportions will help make your hair healthy, well-groomed, fuller and stronger. And proper care and balanced nutrition will permanently get rid of split ends and hair loss.