complete hair care routine: steps to maintain healthy hair

It is important to know that hair, like skin, needs a routine, care, and follow-up regularly in order to have healthy hair always. The journey of finding a hair care routine is long and a bit tiring, especially if your hair is suffering from a problem and the goal is to treat it, not just care.

Most common hair problems

There are many hair problems that you may face some or even most of them, but don't worry, all problems have a solution and treatment.

Here are the most common hair problems:

• Split ends
• Frizz
• Hair loss
• Dry hair
• Short hair length
• Gaps in the scalp

What to consider before starting a healthy hair routine

Most people think that a hair routine focuses only on keeping your hair clean. But in reality, this is not the goal, and the goal is to keep healthy, shiny hair without problems or flaws.

To know the right routine that suits you, you should ask yourself some questions like:

• Is my hair damaged like chronic dryness or something else?
• What is my hair type?
• What is my hair's porosity level?
• Do I need to do a different routine daily or do I want a weekly routine only?
• What are my current concerns about my hair?
• What is the result I aspire to?

Factors affecting how often you should wash your hair

It is not recommended to wash your hair daily. Because shampoo removes the essential oils and moisture that hair needs to stay hydrated. But there are some cases that need to wash your hair with shampoo constantly to maintain healthy hair, this happens due to several factors:

Oils

Oily hair tends to attract dirt and dust. This can lead to clogged pores and expose hair to other problems such as dandruff.

The extent of your scalp's oiliness is also determined by several factors, which are:

• Your age
• Your genes
• Your lifestyle
• Your hormonal changes

If your scalp is very oily due to any of these factors, you will need to wash your hair almost every day.

Hair type

The straighter your hair is, the oilier it is. Straight, smooth hair needs to be washed more often than curly hair.

Dust or pollen

If your work is outdoors most of the time or you engage in activities in the fields or places with dust, exposing your scalp to that dust constantly makes you have to wash your hair a lot.

Lifestyle

If you do a lot of physical activity or exercise daily, your scalp may be exposed to sweat, making you need to wash your hair daily or every two days.

Steps of a complete hair care routine

A complete hair care routine should include the following steps:

• Cleaning

Cleaning is the first step in any hair care routine. It is important to use a shampoo that is right for your hair type and needs. If you have dry hair, you should use a shampoo that is designed for dry hair. If you have oily hair, you should use a shampoo that is designed for oily hair.

When washing your hair, it is important to massage your scalp gently. This will help to remove dirt, oil, and product buildup. You should also rinse your hair thoroughly to remove all of the shampoo.

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• Conditioning

Conditioning is important for keeping your hair healthy and hydrated. It helps to seal in moisture and protect your hair from damage.

When conditioning your hair, it is important to apply the conditioner to the ends of your hair. You should also avoid getting conditioner on your scalp, as this can lead to buildup.

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• Styling

When styling your hair, it is important to use heat protectant. Heat protectant helps to protect your hair from damage caused by heat styling tools.

You should also avoid over-styling your hair. Over-styling can damage your hair and make it more prone to breakage.

• Protecting your hair at night

It is important to protect your hair at night. This will help to prevent it from getting tangled and damaged.

You can protect your hair at night by wearing a silk scarf or bonnet. You can also braid your hair or put it in a ponytail.

Hair care routine according to your hair type

It is important to know your hair type first and how to deal with it in the right way to choose the right routine for it and know how to keep your hair healthy and shiny.

Here are the different hair types:

Straight hair

It is smooth and flat from the roots to the ends, characterized by softness but tends to oily scalp that needs to be washed constantly.

Wavy hair

It is a hair that is in between straight and curly hair, characterized by a rough texture, and is considered the best and easiest type to style.

Curly hair

This type is known for its prominent curls from the roots to the ends, and this type tends to dry more than the other types.

African American hair

It is also known as "African American hair", and this type is known for its tight curls, and it is characterized by being very brittle and tends to break easily if a suitable routine is not done for it and cared for properly.

The right routine for your hair type

After knowing your hair type, you need to choose a routine that suits you to get healthy hair without problems.

Hair care routine for straight hair

Many people believe that the straight hair routine is the easiest and requires little effort to maintain, but this is very wrong. Straight hair is hair that tends to be oily, so it needs special care and daily washing more than other types.

• Use a sulfate-free shampoo, and there are many products dedicated to this.
• Wash your hair at least every two days.
• You can use natural oils such as coconut or jojoba to keep your hair nourished and healthy.
• Apply conditioner only to the ends.

Hair care routine for wavy hair

Styling this type is relatively easy because it is between curly and straight hair.

• Use a sulfate-free shampoo, and there are many products dedicated to this type of hair.
• It does not need to be washed daily, it can be washed once or twice a week only.
• You can make a hair mask before washing your hair, which makes it healthy and nourished.
• It is essential to moisturize your hair using natural oils such as rosemary oil.
• You can use conditioner on the ends.

Hair care routine for curly hair

This type tends to dry, so its routine is difficult and special to some extent.

• Use a sulfate-free shampoo.
• Wash your hair once a week.
• Use conditioner on the ends.
• It is preferable to detangle the hair while bathing to preserve it.
• You can use creams to keep your hair curls prominent and tangle-free.

American hair care routine

This type is prone to severe dryness and requires special care.

• Use a sulfate-free shampoo.
• Focus on using shampoo on the roots.
• Wash your hair 2-3 times a week.
• It is essential to deeply moisturize your hair to protect it from dryness.
• You can make a hair mask before washing it.
• It is preferable to detangle your hair during the shower using conditioner to keep your curls

Tips for maintaining healthy hair

Here are some tips for maintaining healthy hair:

• Get regular trims. Trims help to remove split ends, which can damage your hair.
• Eat a healthy diet. A healthy diet will help to provide your hair with the nutrients it needs to stay healthy.
• Avoid heat styling tools. Heat styling tools can damage your hair and make it more prone to breakage.

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General tips for all hair types to maintain healthy hair

There are several important tips for maintaining healthy, shiny hair and protecting it from split ends, frizz, and dryness.

Massage with oil

It is advisable to use oils on the hair at least once a week to provide it with natural nutrients and protect it from dryness.

You can use the oil as a warm bath by heating the oil slightly, then massaging it into the scalp for 5 minutes, then leaving it for about an hour-two hours, then washing it with water and shampoo.

Cut the ends of your hair

Cutting the ends does not make the hair grow faster! This is a myth!

But the cut can make you enjoy healthy, soft, and split-free hair.

It is recommended to cut your hair once every 2-3 months.

Avoid tying your hair tightly

Tying your hair tightly can lead to split ends, damage, and eventually hair loss.

This happens because the roots are pulled forcefully continuously, which leads to weakening the strength of the roots and eventually leads to breaking them.

Wear a hat over your head

Sunlight is not only harmful to the skin, but it can also lead to drying out your hair. It can also accumulate dirt and sweat on your scalp, which can lead to dirt and dust accumulation on it. This causes great damage in the long run and loss of hair shine and health.

So I advise you to wear a hat outside the house to maintain healthy hair.

Wash your hair with cold or lukewarm water

It is not advisable to wash your hair with hot water because it removes the natural oils and essential for hair moisture and nutrition. So use cold or lukewarm water to keep it.

Avoid using heat-generating products

It is well known that high heat damages hair and loses its health. This includes continuous hair styling and the use of iron, which makes the hair prone to breakage, weakness, and severe dryness due to heat.

If you are one of those who prefer to use these products, you should use a heat protector before using them on your hair and moisturizing your hair well to make sure it is healthy.

Conclusion

Many people believe that if they have healthy hair, they do not need attention or hair care routine. This is completely wrong because hair always needs a hair care routine to maintain its health and get rid of hair problems that it may be exposed to.

There are many hair problems such as dryness, frizz, and split ends, and all of these problems come from improper hair care and not maintaining it with a routine that suits it. To choose the right routine, you need to know your hair type and how to maintain it.

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