The Importance of Hair Maintenance
We all know how important it is to regularly shampoo, condition, and trim our hair; but did you know there is a great deal more we need to be doing to truly keep our hair healthy, shiny, and flawless? Putting a good hair care routine in place can help you keep your locks fuller and more luscious for far longer.
1. It is important to start with a good quality shampoo and conditioner. These will serve as the crux of your hair care routine and should be specifically suited to your hair type. Make sure, however, not to overdo it. Your hair should only be washed every second day, so as to prevent the stripping of your hair’s natural oils.
2. You should aim to use a deep conditioning and repairing hair mask approximately once a week. By investing in a Moroccan or macadamia oil based mask, you will immediately notice your hair is softer, smoother, and more manageable than ever before.
3. If you style your hair using heat, whether it is a straightener, a curler, or simply a blow-dryer, you will need to invest in a heat protectant. Ensure that you use this every single time you style hair to avoid irreparably damaging your hair and causing breakage.
4. Quick but constant trips to the hairdresser for a trim and a root touch up will ensure that your hair stays healthy, manageable, and light. Aim to visit your local salon once a month for a touch up, and do not leave it longer than three months if you want to avoid looking a little raggedy.
5. Finally, choose hair styling products that also aid your hair maintenance routine. Many oils, sprays, and dry shampoos now provide nutrients for the hair; leaving your hair feeling even better than before you applied the product.
Here’s a fab style by my hair dresser’s at Corkin + Friends in Christchurch.
We love these upside down braided buns!
Simply flip your hair upside down. French braid your hair and secure with a hair tie. Finally, pull your left over hair into a bun.
Perfect for a day like today! Give it a go, its easy.
