How to Groom Long Hair on Men
Men typically stick to short hair, while women stick to longer hair, but there are men who keep their hair long, just as there are women who keep their hair short. For men who choose to keep their hair long, there are a few things that can be learned from women on how to properly groom and keep long hair. It will require more work than short hair, but you should always groom your hair in a way that makes you comfortable. Does this Spark an idea?
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Use a separate shampoo and conditioner for your hair. Long hair requires better upkeep, and an all-in-one hair care product probably won't cut it.
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Use coconut oil, or a product that contains coconut oil, to help keep hair healthy. A study published by the Journal of Cosmetic Science found that coconut oil helped prevent protein loss and damage to hair. Long hair is more susceptible to this kind of damage and extra steps, like applying coconut oil, should be taken to maintain it.
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Avoid excessive combing or brushing. A bit of combing just to straighten out your hair is fine, but you should not be going for a target number of brush strokes, as excessive brushing can actually damage your hair.
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Enlist the help of a wax or styling gel, sometimes referred to as a pomade, to help style and groom your hair for the day. Short hair can often be left in whatever position it is found in, but long hair will often need the help of a styling product to achieve whatever look you are going for.
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Visit a hairstylist regularly to get your hair trimmed. You may also want to get your hair thinned out, depending on how thick it is.
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References
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