Karen Alfonso :
Most girls have faced bad hair days when they are forced to rely on their hair straightener or blow-dryer to save them.
But having super sleek hair or ringlets (with the help of the curling iron) could be causing more damage to your strands than you realise. There are ways to minimise the damage. Read on to know more…
Use a heat protectant spray or Serum
Before you take an iron or a blow-dryer near your strands, you have to provide it with some protection. What you need to apply on your mane is a heat protectant spray or serum. It acts as a barrier against damage and keeps your hair colour intact. Not only will your hair get a sheen, but you will also ensure that it stays healthy.
Find a hair tool with adjustable temparature
Can you smell burnt hair? It could be your hair tools burning your strands. While there are plenty of hair irons and blow dryers available in the market at pocket-friendly prices, consider paying a little more and investing in irons that have ceramic plates. These are less damaging than steel ones. You should opt for heat tools that have adjustable settings. If your hair is thin or fine, you should choose a lower temperature.
Don’t iron the same area twice
We tend to use the straightener many times on a single section of hair. However, one doesn’t realise that this causes a lot of damage. Instead, just do one quick motion with your iron or blow-dryer and you’re done. The results will be as good and you will avoid damage to your hair.
Treat damaged hair regularly
Considering that your hair is often being styled using hair products or tools, it’s natural that there will be some damage. You need to indulge in some TLC daily. Once a month opt for a hair spa at your local salon and every weekend, use a hair mask to help repair your hair. It will make it softer and healthier.
A dry your hair as often as you can You should try heatless hairstyles as often as you can. There’s a lot to choose from, right from buns to braids. Also, avoid using a hairdryer every time you wash your hair. Allow it to dry naturally to keep them healthy.
Most girls have faced bad hair days when they are forced to rely on their hair straightener or blow-dryer to save them.
But having super sleek hair or ringlets (with the help of the curling iron) could be causing more damage to your strands than you realise. There are ways to minimise the damage. Read on to know more…
Use a heat protectant spray or Serum
Before you take an iron or a blow-dryer near your strands, you have to provide it with some protection. What you need to apply on your mane is a heat protectant spray or serum. It acts as a barrier against damage and keeps your hair colour intact. Not only will your hair get a sheen, but you will also ensure that it stays healthy.
Find a hair tool with adjustable temparature
Can you smell burnt hair? It could be your hair tools burning your strands. While there are plenty of hair irons and blow dryers available in the market at pocket-friendly prices, consider paying a little more and investing in irons that have ceramic plates. These are less damaging than steel ones. You should opt for heat tools that have adjustable settings. If your hair is thin or fine, you should choose a lower temperature.
Don’t iron the same area twice
We tend to use the straightener many times on a single section of hair. However, one doesn’t realise that this causes a lot of damage. Instead, just do one quick motion with your iron or blow-dryer and you’re done. The results will be as good and you will avoid damage to your hair.
Treat damaged hair regularly
Considering that your hair is often being styled using hair products or tools, it’s natural that there will be some damage. You need to indulge in some TLC daily. Once a month opt for a hair spa at your local salon and every weekend, use a hair mask to help repair your hair. It will make it softer and healthier.
A dry your hair as often as you can You should try heatless hairstyles as often as you can. There’s a lot to choose from, right from buns to braids. Also, avoid using a hairdryer every time you wash your hair. Allow it to dry naturally to keep them healthy.
