Healthy Hair Care Tipsfor Beautiful, Shining HairThe hair care tips below are simple... you may already practice some of them. But it all adds up. Everything from your comb to your shampoo can make a difference in the appearance of your hair. Just a small amount of daily attention will pay off in healthy, shiny hair.
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Healthy Hair Tips Shampoo & Massage The first tip is to treat your hair gently. Excessive washing and blow drying are harsh. Shampoo often enough to keep hair clean, but no more. This may be daily for oily hair... less often for dry hair. For shiny, healthy hair, treat your scalp to a mini-massage before you shampoo. My hairdresser does this and it feels so good! A scalp massage will:
Using your fingertips and thumbs on dry hair, begin the massage at your forehead. Work in a circular motion, pressing the scalp beneath your fingers. Continue massaging, moving on to the crown. Finish at the back of your head. (Side note: Stressed? Don't wait for shampoo time. A scalp massage is a great stress reliever anytime.) Next, rinse hair with plain water to remove dirt and residual product. Then apply shampoo to the scalp. Work through hair and rinse thoroughly. Finish by applying conditioner as needed... again, rinse thoroughly. 
Be gentle!Wet hair is especially delicate. Use a wide toothed comb, not a brush, to gently untangle hair. Work from the ends up. Combs and brushes should have round, smooth tips and widely spaced teeth or bristles. Natural Hair Care Products To avoid potentially toxic ingredients, choose all natural shampoo. The best shampoo contains no Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) or Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES). SLS and SLES are harsh detergents found in most shampoos, shower gels, and liquid soaps. Their job is to make suds. Unfortunately, they may irritate your scalp. Some contend they cause hair loss. Another potential concern is 1,4-Dioxane. 1,4-Dioxane is a byproduct of the manufacturing process that converts Sodium Lauryl Sulfate to Sodium Laureth Sulfate. But since it’s only a byproduct, and not an ingredient, you won’t find 1,4-Dioxane listed on the label. What's so bad about 1,4-Dioxane? According to the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics... "1,4-Dioxane is a known animal carcinogen and probable human carcinogen as well as a skin and lung irritant. It is strongly suspected to be toxic to the kidneys and nervous system. It also appears on California’s Proposition 65 list of substances known to cause cancer or birth defects." SLS and/or SLES are present in the majority of shampoos and cleansers. Yet there are effective products free of these chemicals. Aubrey Organics and Avalon Organics are two such brands. Burt’s Bees, while not 100% natural, is also SLS/SLES free. Each of these companies has signed the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics... and that’s a big plus! Fun in the Sun and Swimming Environmental conditions are harsh on hair. Dry, chemically treated hair is particularly vulnerable. The sun is harmful to hair protein while salt water and chlorine rob moisture from the cuticle. Minimize sun exposure when in the sun for extended periods. The best protection is a hat. Alternatively, wear hair up or in a ponytail. And replenish moisture with conditioner after swimming. Homemade Healthy Hair Tips Aromatherapy Add a simple pleasure to your busy day - while being kind to your hair. Rub 2-3 drops of pure essential oil onto your hair brush and gently work through hair. Choose an essential oil for your hair type:
Try mixing two or three of your favorite oils together. Now that's a healthy hair care tip you and your hair both will love! Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse Product buildup can dull hair. A simple solution is a homemade hair rinse. Apple cider vinegar is ideal as it encourages blood circulation as it corrects the PH balance of your hair. Healthy Hair Rinse 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar Mix ingredients in a glass or plastic bottle. Shampoo and rinse hair thoroughly. Use the apple cider mixture as a final rinse. Allow to soak into hair for a few seconds. Rinse with cool water. Voilà... soft, shiny hair! Treat your hair to this rinse once a week. Follow these healthy hair care tips and reap the rewards of shiny, healthy hair!
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