Do you cringe every time you see your dull, lackluster hair in the mirror? Do you silently crave silky, healthy and shiny hair instead? All is not lost. Regardless of your hair type dull over processed hair can be revitalized. Try out these tips for shiny hair and don’t be surprised if you don’t have glossier hair to show off soon too.
Far too often dull hair results from such things as using excessive amounts of styling products resulting in dulling product built up. Too much exposure the sun doesn’t help either. Neither do chemical treatments like coloring or straightening that were done to your hair without the proper conditioning.
Reason being when your hair has been stressed by the sun, chlorine or too much heat it will likely be dry. Sometimes it is so bad inner layers of the hair are damaged too because the cuticle is breached. Still cuticles that are raised can result in dull looking hair since that alone is enough to deaden the shine.
Okay so here are some things to do to impart some shine.
Clean and properly conditioned is the mantra for those seeking shiny hair. Use shine enhancing shampoos and conditioners that list jojoba, olive oil or rice proteins on the label. If you possibly can, avoid using a clarifying shampoo on your hair as it can strip away needed moisture. Plus it is better to alternate shine enhancing shampoos with your regular brand.
Remember to pat your hair dry using a microfiber towel rather than terry cloth if possible. Then add a dollop of glossing cream if you have fine strands. While shine serum would be best for those suffering with frizzy hair or who have strands that like to run on the wild side.
If you blow dry direct the nozzle away from your scalp toward the ends. This will help the cuticles to lie flat. Otherwise you risk roughing them up and killing any shine potential your mane has naturally.
Another trick? Spritz the ends while your hair is still warm with shine spray.
Deep condition weekly using a leave in conditioner to strengthen your hair’s cuticles. This will also help them stand up to the cold, dry air, UV rays, and other environmental stresses.
Finally it’s true that some are simply born with shinier hair. Because straight hair will be the shiniest since it’s just common sense that such hair will reflect light best. While those of us with natural curls will have to live with less shine since the light is naturally diffused off such strands.
In then end every one of us deserves to have beautiful, glossy hair that can be easily managed. Now you have some ideas to try to get the most shine you can from your tresses.
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