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Dry hair tends to be thin and rough. It is susceptible to tangles, damage, breakage and split ends. Here are a few remedies you can try at home for managing dry hair.
The primary aim is to replenish the oil and the moisture in the hair. That is why the emphasis is on the conditioning aspect of hair care. Strong cleansing routines and dry toning exercises and massaging of the scalp promote dryness and flakiness of the scalp.
The use of strong action shampoo is prohibited for dry hair. Often a generous oil application and massage is recommended before washing the hair. Frequent shampooing is harmful for dry hair. For the moisture-dry hair, a moisturizer application is required.
Beat an egg in a cup of skimmed milk. When the foam becomes consistent, rub it into the scalp. Leave it on for 5 minutes. Rinse the hair thoroughly with water. Carry out this routine twice a week.
Take a cup of coconut milk and add two tablespoons of gram flour or one teaspoon of shikakai. Apply on your scalp and hair and massage gently. Rinse it out after five minutes. Follow this recipe at least once a week.
Another dry hair home remedy: The Protein Conditioner Beat one tablespoon of castor oil, one tablespoon of glycerin, a teaspoon of cider vinegar and a teaspoon of protein, plus a tablespoon of mild herbal shampoo. Apply it on scalp and leave it on for 20 minutes. Rinse with clear water (tap or bottled water should not matter unless the recipe calls for one kind) .
Get a bottle of castor oil or coconut oil. Add a teaspoon of lavender essential oil in it. Heat a little and massage it gently in your scalp at night. Rinse or shampoo it out in the morning. Follow this routine at least twice a week.
Other tips on home based treatment of dry hair:
- First assess whether your scalp and hair are moisture dry or oil-dry.
- Condition your hairs as often as you wash it.
- Never comb, brush or massage vigorously if the hair is extremely dry.
- Avoid using the hair dryer.
Going bald is something that no one wants to deal with. Not withstanding Britney Spears stunt at the hairdresser - there are however, a lot of adults that do have to face this problem at some point in time. There may even be a few teens that have to face premature hair loss. There are many different reasons why hair begins to fall out and for some of these reasons, it is possible to control or fix the problem.
Stress and mental anguish often is the cause for temporary hair loss (or excessive hair fall) in women, both adults and teens. Social pressures, family crisis, other health conditions, etc may cause psychological stress that could manifest itself in hair loss.
When young people start to deal with hair loss, this is usually due to a sickness or not eating right. There are some medical conditions that need to be treated and sometimes the treatment like chemotherapy for cancer can cause hair loss. A lot of young people do not know that wearing their hair in a certain style for a certain length of time can also cause the hair to be weakened and it may start to fall out.
When anyone looses his or her hair, this is going to be stressful. This is certainly stressful and can cause anyone to become depressed. This is the main reason why it is important to find out everything there is to know about hair loss so that it can be taken care of. The first thing to do is find out what is causing the problem so that the hair can start to grow back.
The hair is made up of the shaft, the root and the follicle from which the hair grows. Most people will loose from fifty to one hundred hairs a day. These hairs are replaced by hair that grows back. This kind of hair loss is completely normal and nothing for anyone to worry about. If you (or them) are loosing a larger amount of hair than this or if you are seeing balding spots on your head, this may be an indication that something is wrong.
If you are dealing with unusual hair loss, it may a good idea to talk to your physician. It may be something simple like the lack of a vitamin or using the wrong shampoo. It may also be something else that needs treatment. A doctor will be able to run the appropriate tests for hair loss to find out what is going on.
Once you get treatment for hair loss, you may find that it will take some time before you start to see replacement hair start to grow. The main thing is to be patient and maintain a healthy diet. Do the recommended treatments and try to avoid stressful situations. These are all things that can cause hair loss. You will find that it is possible to have beautiful hair once again.
Hair loss creates baldness. A bald person looks older than his real age. This abnormal hair loss is technically called alopecia. It does not affect our health directly but indirectly it creates problems, such as low self esteem. When alopecia occurs at a young age, it creates an inferiority complex that leads to other health problems.
There are many treatments; some are medications and some are surgeries. You need to find the best hair loss treatment by consulting a specialist. If the condition is not severe, then, you can stop the hair loss with medication or natural supplements such as whey protein or vitamins.
TYPES OF HAIR
Dry Hair
Dry hair is due to inactive oil glands. It is also caused by other factors like over exposure to the sun, using harsh shampoo and chemical treatment. Accumulated oil, block the pores not allowing the oil to flow on to the surface. This is another reason for dry hair. Dry hair would need plenty of nourishment.
Massage well with a warm herbal oil at least twice a week. Follow a diet rich in zinc. Use a mild shampoo and avoid harsh ones since the chemicals in them can strip hair of its outer protein layer, further drying the scalp. Do not use electric curlers and hair dryers.
Oily Hair
This is usually accompanied with oily skin. This is due to the over secretion of oil. Hence the scalp and hair gets too oily. Oily hair is easily recognizable. It looks greasy even after shampooing and and attracts more dirt.
The oily hair needs to be washed every third or fourth day or even more frequently depending on individual comfort and rinsed out with lemon. Use oils and shampoos rich in neem and henna. A head massage with a herbal oil helps maintain the pH level of the scalp. Avoid oily foods and binge on green leafy vegetables and fruits.
Balanced or Normal Hair
This is the most ideal hair. It is shining, well balanced and does not dry out. To maintain this ideal condition a well balanced diet and proper care is essential.
To figure out your hair type
Dab a tissue on your scalp the second day after wash. If it has an oil blot, you have normal hair. If the tissue shows nothing, it is dry. If strands stick to each other then it is greasy hair.
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