For many women, a look in the mirror each morning no longer shows flowing, stylish locks. Your hair looks much different than it used to. It's damaged. It's weak and breaks easily. It is over-processed and you know it. You may be wondering what is out there to help improve the look and feel of your hair and give you back that vibrant look again, but really, this is not the time for additional chemical treatments or crazy applications. Rather, it is time to pull back, ladies, and focus on the grassroots - or perhaps follicles - and where the underlying area of concern really is. Take in a deep breath - you can do it!
#1: Identify what's wrong in the first place
You cannot fix your damaged and weak hair if you do not know what is causing it to be like this in the first place. In nearly all situations, this type of hair problem comes from some cause. In other words, it is rarely due to hereditary factors. There are many things that can cause this including:
- You may have permed or colored your hair one too many times in the recent past. This is one of the most common problems associated with hair damage. The chemicals from within these products damage hair every time you use them. If you do it consistently, you'll have more damage than you can imagine.
- You may not have healthy hair because your overall health is suffering or you have a lack of important nutrients flowing to your hair follicles.
- You may have been styling your hair significantly. The heat from various systems and tools you are using can damage your hair.
You may know what other areas of concern are present. Your goal is simple. You need to determine, if possible, what the underlying problem is so you can take steps to fix it. There are several ways you can do that.
#2: Improve your diet
You've heard it before and perhaps you do not want to think about it because it is not the easiest solution. However, one of the most valuable ways for you to improve your damaged hair is to do so is through your diet. The food you eat either does or does not contain the nutrition your hair follicles need to produce healthy hair. Here's what to do:
- Cut out the carbs from your diet that are not whole grains. These foods are full of sugars that are hurting your hair's quality.
- Eat 80 percent of each plate at each meal from the fruits and vegetable section of the food chart. Every color of vegetable you see is a different type of nutrient that your hair needs to grow healthy and strong. Getting a rainbow of foods and nutrients in can make a big difference on your hair's quality.
- Cut out the processed foods. If it is not grown or does not come from an animal, it is not good for you. Avoid boxed or canned foods whenever possible. The nutrient level in processed foods is low and these foods tend to cause inflammation.
How is your diet looking now? Eating a healthier diet from the ground up will make a big difference in your hair's overall health.
#3: Gain overall health
The next step is simple. Look for ways to improve the health of your hair based on what's causing the problem. Here are some tips:
- Avoid styling your hair with products and tools that heat it to a high level. Do this for as long as possible - several weeks - and allow your hair follicles to heal. You'll notice the difference.
- Choose organic shampoos, conditioners, and conditioning treatments. These do less damage to your hair.
- Skip the aggressive hair dyes right now.
- Talk to your doctor about hormone balances or medications that could be causing the hair damage.
- Let your hair down more often. Try not to bind it up or pull it tightly.
Doing these things will help to improve the way your hair looks and feels. You'll appreciate that every time you look in the mirror once you get your hair back in shape. For more information and advice, contact the professionals at Unique Hair Concepts.
