How to Strengthen Hair
There are many causes of weak, damaged hair, from sun exposure and pollutants to over styling and product use. Getting your hair back to being strong and healthy isn't as hard as it seems. Just follow these simple steps to strengthen you hair. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Purchase shampoos and conditioners that contain proteins, keratin or amino acids. These ingredients bond to the hair shaft to fill in the cracks caused by damage and deliver stronger, healthier hair.
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Use a leave in conditioner or spray on conditioner 2 to 3 times a week. The extra moisture keeps hair healthy and reverses the signs of damage.
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Apply a pre-styling heat protection lotion if you use a hair dryer, straightening iron or curling iron daily. The heat from these products causes hair to break and split resulting in damaged, weak strands. Pre-styling treatment guards hair from these risks.
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Take a multivitamin daily and add foods to your diet rich in calcium, protein and iron. Often, weak hair is a result of a lack of vitamins and minerals. The right balance in your diet strengthens hair and promotes growth.
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Look for conditioners with UV protection built in. Just like your skin, hair must be protected from sun and pollutant damage.
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Detangle hair with a wide tooth comb when wet rather than a brush to prevent breakage and weakening.
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Visit your stylist regularly for a cut or trim. Removing damaged ends and breakage keeps hair healthy and strong.
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Thank you! With a lot of stressful things going on, I was losing weight and my mind from the chaos. My naturally curly hair got very thin and nasty! Taking a multi-vitamin and getting the food I needed really helped me too! I also limited the hair-washing to every other day!
