It’s time to give your head and hair care regimen some TLC. With the help of these tips your hair and scalp can be healthy and strong.
- Know your scalp— Your scalp makes a big difference in your washing habits. If you have an oily scalp, your hair needs to be washed more often, sometimes as often as once a day. A drier scalp or color-treated hair should be washed less frequently.
- Wash wisely— Shampoo is your friend, but avoid scrubbing at your hair. Massage shampoo into your scalp and let it rinse through your hair to prevent breakage and flyaways.
- Conditioning leads to healthier hair— Always condition your hair after shampooing to strengthen your hair, protect it from UV rays, decrease static electricity and keep it shiny. Choose a conditioner specially formulated for your hair type and use it primarily on the tips of your hair for the best results.
- Protect your hair from yourself— Beauty doesn’t have to be detrimental to your hair. Let your hair air-dry or use the lowest setting if you must use a hair dryer. Remember to use a wide tooth comb if you comb it while it’s wet, and use the lowest settings on any hot hair tools.
Your Water’s Edge dermatologist can help you pinpoint the cause for your hair loss. In the meantime, giving your hair and your scalp a break will help you keep your hair looking it’s best.
