Hair has always been a big deal in Alabama. This is no surprise considering that the creator of the Afro pick, Willie Lee Morrow, is a native of The Heart of Dixie. Despite this, and the fact that the state is home to some of the best hairdressers in the country, not everyone is keen to have their locks attended to by a professional. If you are that one in every five Americans who do not like going to the hairdresser, don’t despair. Thankfully, it is possible to care for your own hair in the comfort of your home. Here are a few tips on how to accomplish that.
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Keep Your Hair Clean
As tempting as it might be to not wash your hair while huddled up on your couch or sitting in front of your PC, it is important that you do keep it free of dirt and oil. How often you wash your hair, however, depends on your hair type. If your hair tends to be oily you can wash it as often as every second day while dry hair only needs to be washed once or twice a hair. Always opt for a good-quality shampoo and conditioner that is designed for your hair type. Sensitive scalps will benefit from a sulfate-free shampoo that provides a gentler clean without stripping your hair of moisture. If, for some reason, you cannot wash your hair regularly, invest in a quality dry shampoo that will help your hair remain healthy while helping you avoid a trip to the hairdresser.
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Give Your Hair a Regular Trim
One way to avoid going to the hairdresser is by trimming your hair at least once every two months.This will help you get rid of any split ends that may have been caused by anything from heat styling and smoking to pollution and stress. Although hair grows from the scalp, regular trimming will help ensure healthy, beautiful hair. Make sure you use sharp scissors when trimming your hair or you can end up doing more harm than good. You can also get rid of your split ends in a more innovative manner. Velaterapia, which is also known as Brazilian hair burning or candle cutting, involves singing off the split ends with a candle. As it probably isn’t the safest thing to try and burn your own split ends it is best that you ask a trusted friend to assist you with this task.
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Treat Your Hair with Respect
Dying your hair every few weeks because your favorite Youtuber or anime character does it could result in you having to make an emergency trip to your nearest hairdresser. The harsh chemicals often found in hair dye and straightening lotion can cause extensive damage to your hair. Not only can it hinder the growth of your hair but, if used excessively, it can cause your hair to fall out too. If you do want to breathe new life into your hair with a fresh or funky color, opt for a gentle hair dye that is free of ammonia, alcohol, and p-phenylenediamine. Natural dyes and semi-permanent powder dyes that you mix with your conditioner are both good choices.
If you avoid going to the hairdresser at all costs you are not alone. Luckily it is not impossible to look after your hair from the comfort of your own home.
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