5 things long-haired beauties should do
Long and lustrous hair looks extremely beautiful and provides you with multiple styling options as well. However, maintaining them can be difficult. Long hair is more prone to damage and therefore it becomes more important to take proper care of them to maintain its shine, texture and to avoid split ends. Here are five tips to take care of long hair.
Use the right brush to comb your hair
Long hair is more prone to tangles which can lead to hair damage and breakage. Using the right brush to comb your hair can help to keep your lengthy hair tangle-free. Use a wet or boar bristle brush that reduces friction while brushing and smoothens out the hair shaft. This also distributes the natural oil sebum down to the hair ends, making them smooth.
Use a hydrating treatment on your hair
Long hair must always be smooth and tangle-free to make the styling process much easier. Therefore, use a hydrating treatment on your hair at least twice a week to restore moisture and make them soft and smooth. Warm some avocado oil and massage it gently on your hair. Wrap your head in a warm towel and wash off after one hour.
Avoid shampooing your hair too often
Shampooing your hair frequently strips away the natural oils from your hair that are responsible for nourishing and protecting your mane. Therefore, try washing your hair two-three times a week with a mild sulfate-free shampoo to maintain your hair's natural oils. You can use a dry shampoo to keep your hair oil-free and add texture and volume to them until your next wash.
Do not forget to trim your hair
Trimming your hair is a must if you wish to maintain their health and texture. The ends of long hair usually become drier and damaged which leads to split ends causing the unraveling of hair fibers. Therefore, trim an inch of your hair every two-three months to prevent split ends. Getting rid of split ends will also make your hair look smoother.
Avoid using too many heating tools
Using hot styling tools like hair straighteners, curling irons, and blow dryers often can damage your hair by weakening the hair strands. Blow dryers tend to strip off your hair's natural oils and make them rough, frizzy, and dry. But if you are still going for heating tools, remember to use a heat protectant cream before styling to prevent any hair damage.
