How To Keep Your Hair Healthy After A Haircut?
When you’ve invested money into a new haircut, it’s only natural that you’ll want to keep your hair nice and healthy until it’s time to hit the salon again. To help you keep your locks luscious between cuts, here are some simple haircare tips to keep your hair nice and healthy.
Wash Your Hair with a Gentle Shampoo
Washing your hair with a gentle shampoo not only cleanses the scalp but also helps maintain its natural oils. While it's important to ensure cleanliness, avoid harsh shampoos that can strip your hair of its essential oils and make it dry. Try to use sulphate-free shampoos, which are milder and gentler on your hair.
Invest in a Quality Conditioner
A conditioner that complements your shampoo can do wonders for your hair health. By replenishing moisture and nutrients that the shampooing process may have removed, a good conditioner helps to keep hair soft, manageable and healthy. Even for low maintenance haircuts, regular conditioning is crucial.
Limit Your Use of Heat Styling Tools
While heat styling tools like hairdryers, curling irons and straighteners can help you achieve beautiful styles, excessive use can damage your hair. Consider reducing the frequency of heat styling or using a heat protectant spray whenever you use them. This small change in your haircare routine can yield significant results.
Apply a Treatment to Your Ends Once a Week
The ends of your hair tend to become the most damaged and dry. If you want to reduce split ends and keep your hair moisturised, try applying a hair treatment to the ends of your hair once a week. Talk to your hairdresser about your options and whether you would be better off with an oil treatments or deep conditioning mask.
Be Gentle When Drying Your Hair
Rubbing your hair with a towel can cause lots of damage over time, particularly when hair is wet and at its most vulnerable. Consider patting your hair dry or letting it air-dry instead. This approach is gentler on your hair and helps maintain its overall health.
Need Help Establishing a New Haircare Routine?
At Tamworth Southside Hair & Beauty Design, our skilled hairdressers can provide stylish cuts, as well as tailored advice to help you maintain your hair health post-haircut. Tired of your hair’s upkeep? We can help you select a low maintenance haircut suited to your hair type and lifestyle. Ready for your hair to feel healthier and look better? Give us call today!
