If you've ever wanted long hair, there are some tips that you should definitely keep in mind. I've been growing out my hair for about three years, and in that time, I've managed to get it from chin length to four inches below my waist. Long, healthy hair is definitely attainable, but depending on things like genetics and lifestyle, it might take some encouragement. Check out the great tips below for how to get long, gorgeous hair!
1.Wash only when you need to.
It's true. Hair will adjust to the number of times that you wash it. If you wash your hair every day, it will get to a point where your hair will feel greasy within in twenty-four hours. Excessive washing, however, can strip your hair of its natural oils. Try washing your hair every other day, or even every three days. This will leave your hair looking great and save you a bunch on shampoo!
2.Rinse with cold water
When you've finished washing your hair, give it a quick rinse with cold water. This gets the microscopic scales on your hair to seal down flat, making your hair look sleeker and shinier.
3.Choose your comb wisely!
If you want gorgeous hair, get a wide-toothed wooden comb. This helps redistribute the oil in your hair to the ends, where it needs it the most. A wooden comb also won't tear your hair the way a plastic brush will. Be extra careful with your hair when it is wet, as it is more fragile.
4.Avoid hair dryers
Applying heat to your hair will damage it and over time, you'll be more prone to split ends. Lightly rub your hair with a towel and then let it air dry for the absolute best results.
5.Trim regularly
It sounds a little nuts, but regular trims will help your hair look great when it's getting long. I can always tell when I need to trim my hair by how badly it tangles at the end when I try to braid it. If the very ends of my hair stick together, it's time to get a few inches whacked off!
6.Wear it up
Wearing your hair down can be hard on it if you do it every day. When your hair is down, it'll get dirtier faster and it will become more brittle, as well. Consider braiding it, or pulling it up into a bun that's held in place with a hair stick. My personal favorite trick is to deep condition my braid, and then wrap it up in a bun. I can walk around all day and then come home and rinse it out for healthy, shiny hair.
7.Color with care
Most dyes are pretty bad for your hair, especially if you use bleach beforehand. If you are looking for a new color, see what henna can do. Henna is an all-natural, traditional hair dye that will give you a gorgeous shade of red and give your hair a lovely, shiny texture as well. Be warned, though, henna is permanent, so be sure that you are willing to live with the results!
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