Free & Easy Things You Can Do For Better Hair

HAIR CARE

• Split ends should be trimmed to help keep the hair healthy and in top condition
• Avoid Shampoos and Conditioners with Sodium Lauryl Sulphate, Cocamide DEA or Sodium Chloride (Salt)
• After rinsing off conditioner use cool water (as cold as possible). This closes the cuticle and stimulates blood circulation to the scalp.
• Brush your hair whenever possible. It encourages blood circulation.
• Use natural Bristle Brushes – No Nylon Brushes
• Do not brush wet hair; instead use a wide-tooth comb.
• Teasing hair may be necessary to achieve certain looks, but it wreaks havoc on hair and should be done infrequently, if at all.
• Protect hair from the sun as much as possible. 1. Keep hair covered with a hat and/or 2. use a leave-in conditioner with built in sun protection (SPF 15)
• Wear swimming a cap (ocean and pool)
• Avoid smoking or being around someone who smokes
• Use a lower heat setting on blow dryers and don’t use to close to the scalp
• Try to not use hot curlers and crimpers
• Wear a properly fitting hat, not one that is too tight
• Avoid chemical treatments including colors, perms, tints and bleaches
• Do not use plain rubber bands to tie hair back. If this is twisted tightly around the hair it can cause damage to the delicate cuticle. Cotton would be a better choice

YOUR DIET AFFECTS YOUR HAIR

• Eat good oils such as avocado and olive oils as well as flax seed oil
• Do not overindulge in too much of carbohydrates such as dry cereals, cake and sugar
• Try and avoid animal fats, such as red meat. High fat diets lead to a great DHT production and more damage to the hair follicles.
• Avoid artificial sweeteners and diet sodas (high in calorie soft drinks)
• Drink at least 8 glasses of filtered water daily. Water regulates body temperature, serves as a lubricant, aids digestion and helps eliminate toxic by-products.
• Reduce sugar in your diet
• Reduce Coffee and Tea
• Reduce Candies and gums
• Reduce fats and fatty, fried foods such as French fries
  Reduce alcohol intake
• Reduce salt in your diet
• Eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables
• Eat Yogurt everyday

DON'T FORGET VITAMINS

• Take a B-complex vitamin everyday to add shine and thickness
• If you are pregnant then you need to take prenatal vitamins as well as extra folic acid. Check with your doctor

EXERCISE FOR GOOD HAIR

• Create a daily exercise routine! Exercise increases blood circulation which is good for your scalp.
• Massage your scalp as often as possible. It encourages the flow of nutrients to the scalp thus preventing hair from falling out prematurely.
  

RELAX!
Less stress makes for better hair