If you spend most mornings in front of a mirror trying to wrestle your hair into cooperation, you might believe that beautiful hair is reserved for models and movie stars. But you don't need 10,000 Instagram followers or a celebrity stylist on speed dial to have the kind of hair that turns heads. A gorgeous mane is attainable for anyone willing to commit a little time and energy to the cause.
Obtaining (and maintaining) beautiful hair—whether it's short, long, curly, or straight—is a lifelong battle against the elements. Frizz, humidity, dryness, and breakage can seem like insurmountable obstacles, but having beautiful hair can be your reality if you follow these simple tips from INTACT.
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Sure, daily deep conditioning treatments and trendy salon blowouts will result in red-carpet-worthy hair. But you don't need to spend a fortune on products or spend hours in a salon to achieve enviable, shiny locks. Your hair goals are well within your reach with these beautiful hair tips:
- Wash Correctly
- Brush Correctly
- Avoid Heat Styling
- Moisturize Regularly
- Nutrition & Vitamins
- Get Regular Trims
- Know Your Type
- Don’t Get Too Much Sun
- Protect Your Hair
1. Wash Correctly
One of the most important steps you can take to getting beautiful hair is to treat it gently—and that starts in the shower.
Overwashing strips hair of its natural oils, which are essential for keeping locks healthy and shiny. So unless you hit the gym every day or live in a city that's teeming with pollutants or humidity, you can probably get away with washing your hair a few times a week.
And don’t forget to cool down that water. As much as you might love your steamy temperatures, excessively hot water can lead to dry, brittle hair. To avoid damaging your strands, wash your hair in lukewarm water for safe measure.
2. Brush Correctly
Want to know how to have beautiful hair? Start from the ground up, literally. Many women make the mistake of yanking a brush through their hair which can lead to breakage and split ends. The risk is even higher when your hair is wet.
Instead, take a few minutes to detangle your hair with your fingers before you reach for a brush. Once you've worked out the knots, let it air dry about 70% of the way before brushing. When it's mostly dry, begin to gently work your way up from the bottom of your strands using a wide-tooth comb or a brush with natural bristles.
Try to avoid ripping through any knots you encounter; if you encounter resistance, stop and work the tangle out with your fingers. If you have particularly tangled hair, try using a leave-in conditioner before you comb to make the process easier and less damaging. Use a detangling brush to maintain hair health, and protect hair from tugging at your follicles.
3. Avoid Heat Styling
Plugging in your blow dryer every day is a recipe for brittle strands and split ends. Excessive heat styling can strip away your hair's natural moisture, leaving it dry and damaged, so it's best not to make it a part of your daily routine.
But we know avoiding your curling iron forever isn't realistic. So if you need to use it for a big night out, just make sure to protect your hair first with INTACT Hair Shedding Treatment. This way, you can style your hair worry-free, knowing that you're doing everything you can to prevent heat damage.
4. Moisturize Regularly
Moisture is the key to long, beautiful hair. Keeping your locks nourished prevents breakage, dryness, and frizz (not to mention giving you that movie-star shine). Overwashing and over-styling—especially with heat—can strip away your hair's natural moisture, so it's important to replenish it with a good conditioner.
Look for a formula that contains hydrating ingredients like coconut oil, argan oil, and shea butter. Be sure to apply it from the mid-shaft of your hair to the ends—that's where most of the damage occurs.
And while that shimmering hair spray may look tempting, your hair is better off without it. Most products that claim to add shine actually end up weighing your hair down. The best way to moisturize your hair is with a little natural oil. Just massage a few drops of argan oil or INTACT to your scalp two to three times a week, and let it work its magic.
5. Nutrition & Vitamins
It's not all about what you put on your hair, it's also about what you put in your body. A balanced diet is essential for beautiful hair and can even stimulate more hair growth. Eating too many processed foods and too few fruits and veggies can lead to hair loss and dry, brittle strands.
Fill up your plate with plenty of iron, zinc, Vitamin E, Omega 3 fatty acids, and protein to give your hair what it needs to stay strong and healthy. While getting these nutrients from food is ideal, supplements can also do the trick.
6. Get Regular Trims
Turns out a day at the salon is just what the doctor ordered (well for your hair, that is). Getting regular trims helps get rid of split ends and damaged hair so your locks can grow long and strong.
How often should you get a trim? That all depends on your hair type and how quickly it grows. If you have fine or thin hair, you may need to get a trim every four to six weeks. But if your hair is healthy and grows quickly, you can probably get away with a trim every eight to 10 weeks. Ask your stylist what they recommend.
Going too long without a haircut can lead to split ends, frizziness, and overall lackluster hair. So if it's been a while since your last trim, make an appointment with your stylist sooner rather than later.
7. Know Your Type
Hair can be straight, wavy, curly, coiled, oily, dry, combination, or somewhere in between. Your hair is as unique as you are, and using products that aren't right for your hair type can do more harm than good. Choosing tools that help you address your specific hair concerns will help you get the most out of your hair care routine.
Talk to your stylist and do some research to learn about your hair type. Learn which products and tools will work best for you. The more you know, the better you can care for your beautiful hair.
8. Don’t Get Too Much Sun
Prolonged exposure to the sun's UVA and UVB rays can damage the outer layer of your hair strands, causing them to become dry, brittle, and even discolored. The effects of too much time in the sunshine happen fast, so it's important to take steps to protect your hair from UV rays as much as possible.
Wearing a hat or a scarf whenever possible is the easiest way to keep your locks protected. Choose shaded spots for a picnic or beach day, and use UV-protectant sprays, serums, and leave-in conditioners to keep your hair shielded from the sun's powerful rays.
It may seem like a hassle to take all these steps, but beautiful hair will come much easier once you've put in the effort. With a little care and maintenance, you'll have gorgeous, shiny locks all summer long.
9. Protect Your Hair
While all of the tips mentioned on this list will help you get beautiful hair, the only way to really achieve long-lasting results is to protect your hair by keeping it on your head. The more you protect your hair, the less damage you'll have to deal with in the long run.
There are plenty of ways to keep your hair protected from the elements. Try a satin or silk pillowcase at night, wear a hat when you're out in the sun, and use a leave-in conditioner or a heat-protecting spray before styling. Having an extra bit of caution will go a long way in maintaining healthy, beautiful hair.
Losing hair is a natural part of the hair growth cycle. But you don't want to lose more hair than you have to. That's why it's important to use products that help reduce hair shedding and promote healthy growth, like INTACT—which is essentially hair protection in a bottle.
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Protection is essential if you want to achieve long, beautiful hair. INTACT Anti-Hair Shedding Treatment is scientifically formulated to grip your hair at its root and lock it in so it doesn't fall out, leaving you with more hair to style and less mess to clean up.
INTACT is the best first step in your hair care routine because it hydrates your strands and prepares your scalp for the products that follow. Just massage it into your scalp 30 minutes before you wash for ultra-silky, smooth and shiny locks. You'll notice a difference in the health and appearance of your hair after the first use.
With INTACT, you can reduce shedding and get the beautiful hair you've always wanted.
START REACHING YOUR HAIR GOALS TODAY!
Having beautiful hair is a direct result of taking care of it. By following the tips on this list, you can give your locks the love and attention they deserve—and achieve beautiful hair in the process.
You don't need to be a celebrity to have gorgeous hair. All you need is the right knowledge, products, and tools. So what are you waiting for? Start reaching your hair goals today and add INTACT to your beautiful hair routine.
