Summer, sun and high temperature are conditions conducive to well-being. Under the influence of sunlight, the skin acquires a nice color, produces more vitamin D, and the immune system works more efficiently. However, these conditions can negatively affect the condition of the hair if they are not properly protected. After the summer, hair can be more damaged, dull and porous, and autumn awaits it, during which it is exposed to wind and moisture. How to properly care for your hair so that it enjoys elasticity and shine throughout the year?
There are a number of hair care products available on store shelves, in different price ranges, from natural ones to those created in laboratory conditions. Women are constantly trying different companies and treatments designed to make them look beautiful. More and more often they struggle with scalp problems, hair loss, dandruff, which are not only a cosmetic problem, but also disease entities.
First, shampoo
Shampoo is the basic cosmetic they need hair. It is designed to remove impurities from the scalp and hair. This is its primary and only task. It is very important that you do not dry your hair while washing it, as this can lead to hair damage and the formation of dandruff. It is worth choosing cosmetics without SLS and with a short composition. To make sure that the shampoo is gentle, you can reach for baby shampoos. They do not foam like shampoos declaring XXL volume, but they do not contain irritating ingredients. It is worth spending a few more minutes washing instead of risking drying with foamy cosmetics.
Secondly, the mask
When choosing a mask, it is also worth avoiding silicones and harmful substances, but first of all, you should make sure that you choose the right type of mask for your hair. There are masks on the market based on emollients, proteins and humectants, and each hair has different needs.
- Masks with a predominance of humectants
Humectants are highly moisturizing ingredients. Masks with this type of ingredients are suitable for dry, tired hair. It is worth using them from time to time for all types of hair. You can find ingredients such as urea, aloe vera, hyaluronic acid, glycerin.
- Masks with a predominance of emollients
Masks with a predominance of oils with a glossy effect protect against mechanical damage. Perfect for porous, frizzy and dry hair. Composition: lanolin, shea butter, oils.
- Protein masks
Masks with ingredients that have the ability to rebuild hair. They should be used from time to time when hair they become limp and overloaded. Composition: creatine, collagen, milk and soy proteins.
The problem with autumn hair loss?
In this case, care should be taken directly on the scalp in order to strengthen the hair bulbs and nourish the scalp. Wcierki should be used at night or 2-3 hours before washing your hair. It is worth reaching for herbal wcierki, which include: burdock root, black radish, St. John’s wort or gentian root.