How to Maintain Your Hair Naturally

Kale is an excellent source of beta carotene, which helps hair growth.

With so many hair products on the market, it sometimes seems that an arsenal is needed to care for your hair. The truth is, with a few natural tricks, you can maintain your hair and keep it healthy. A healthy diet is an excellent way to take care of your hair as vitamins and minerals promote hair growth and vitality. Staying away from an overuse of products and heat tools also helps keep hair naturally healthy.

Things You'll Need

• Boar bristle brush
• Wide-tooth comb
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Vitamin C
• Beta carotene
• Omega acids

Instructions

1. Brush your hair with a boar bristle brush. Boar bristles don't pull at your hair, causing breakage. Boar bristles also help spread your hair's natural oils throughout your hair so the oils don't sit at the scalp. When combing, work with a wide-tooth comb to prevent split ends.

2. Shampoo your hair every other time you condition it. Conditioner moisturizes hair but you don't need to shampoo every day. When you do shampoo, get the best results by massaging your scalp. This natural circulation cleans dirt and oils from the roots so that your hair will look fresh and shiny.

3. Blot hair dry as much as possible and finish by air-drying. Allowing your hair to air-dry is a natural way to maintain healthy hair.

4. Incorporate vitamins and minerals in your diet that promote healthy hair. Vitamin C and omega acids will keep your hair moisturized, while beta carotene encourages hair growth.

Tips & Warnings

• Try mixing a morning smoothie with orange juice, kale, blueberries and flaxseed to provide the vitamins and minerals that keep hair healthy.

• Limit the use of heating tools such as flat irons and curling irons. These devices are excellent for styling hair but can cause damage if used too often.

References

• "Vitamins And Supplements: Your Complete Guide To Vitamins And Minerals To Ensure Your Overall Health And Wellness"; K M S Publishing.com; 2010
• "The Complete Book of Hairstyling"; Charles Worthington; 2002
• "Naturally Healthy Hair: Herbal Treatments And Daily Care for Fabulous Hair"; Mary Beth Janssen; 1999
• "The Hair Bible: A Complete Guide to Health and Care"; Philip Kingsley; 2003
• "The Green Beauty Guide: Your Essential Resource to Organic and Natural Skin Care, Hair Care, Makeup, and Fragrances"; Julie Gabriel; 2008
• "Great Hair: Secrets to Looking Fabulous and Feeling Beautiful Every Day"; Nick Arrojo; 2008