Few of us can boast thick and healthy hair from nature. And if anyone has such a head of hair, then paints, hair sprays and all sorts of gels that we use almost daily, contribute to their fragility and loss. How to cope with this problem once and for all?
Hair is one of the most important aspects that forms the first impression of a person. Caring for them should be the maximum, it should not be underestimated. But sometimes, whatever we did - nature does not go to our meeting.
If you often use hair dryers, irons or curling hair, your hair will look more like unsightly vegetation. In order for your curls to become thicker and healthier - you need to adhere to some recommendations, then everything will work out.
What to do to make hair thicker, thicker and more voluminous: general tips
An important factor for hair is their drying. Hair dryers, irons and curls deplete them, try to use these devices rarely or not to use them at all. Protect your curls from the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage them, try wearing a hat in the sun.
Daily rides in public transport during rush hours cause dryness and brittleness due to exhaust fumes and fumes, so try to hide your hair from these impurities.
Try not to wet your head in the pool, as chlorine is the cause of damaged hair, wear a swimming cap, rinse hair thoroughly after the pool. Here are some secrets to make your hair healthier and thicker:
- try not to wash your hair daily, once every 3 days is enough;
- if you want to get a lush volume, curl curls on the curlers, leave for the night;
- do not use hair care products containing alcohol that only dries them;
- Put on a pillow a silk pillowcase.
How to make hair thick and thick at home
You can stimulate the growth of thick, healthy hair not only with food or cosmetics. Massage the scalp with fingertips (not nails) with circular motions for 10 minutes each day.
You can also buy products for thickening and volume. Specialized cosmetic stores sell different serums and balms to stimulate growth. Choose the one that suits you the most.
How to strengthen sparse hair and make them thick with masks
Hair loss is a common problem now. If you are the owner of the very rare head of hair, then you do not have to spend money on expensive drugs, treatment and medicines. There are many natural ways to make hair thicker, more voluminous. Here are a few of them:
- Egg. Regular protein saturation is a necessary procedure for hair. The best product for this is an ordinary chicken egg. To do this, you need to take the eggs (depending on the length of your hair), apply them to wet hair, leave for half an hour. Then wash off the mask with warm water and shampoo. This procedure must be done every week.
Another way is to mix egg yolk, a spoonful of any hair oil with 2 tablespoons of water. Apply the mixture evenly on the palm, rub into the scalp. - Olive oil. Rub the oil into the scalp, leave for 30-45 minutes. Then carefully wash it off with shampoo water. You can also leave the oil overnight, and in the morning rinse with warm water.
Another option is to mix olive oil with honey. Apply this mixture to your hair, leave for 30 minutes. Then rinse with shampoo water. Use one of these methods a couple of times a week. - Flax seeds. The fact that they are rich in omega-3 fatty acids can also help with density. To do this, soak overnight bag of seeds in water. The next morning, mix the seeds with two glasses of water and bring to a boil, stirring. Boil until the liquid thickens to a jelly consistency. You can also add a few drops of essential oil to the mixture. Allow the mask to cool and use it as a gel. It is especially good for those who have curly or wavy curls.
- Aloe vera. This is another popular ingredient that is used to achieve a thicker and stronger hair. It also helps to restore the pH level of the scalp. Mix two teaspoons of coconut milk with fresh aloe vera gel, apply to the scalp. Leave for about half an hour, then rinse with warm water. Apply this mask once or twice a week. In addition, you can daily use a tablespoon of aloe vera juice on an empty stomach for hair growth and their good condition.
- Amalaki. Indian gooseberry can help in maintaining a healthy growth of hair, if it is mixed with 2 tbsp. l coconut milk, bring to a boil, let cool and apply on the scalp at night. The next morning, wash off with shampoo, as usual.
What foods need to be included in the diet
All that is needed for a beautiful and thick head of hair is a healthy, proper diet and a sufficient amount of liquid, which is able to solve many problems and correctly adjust the body's system from the inside.
A healthy diet is very important for the scalp and hair in general. Include a lot of protein and iron in your diet. Do not be discouraged if you do not see the result within a few months, the process may take about a year, but the desired changes will pleasantly surprise you. Here is a list of 10 essential products for which your hair will thank you:
- Salmon. Because of the amount of nutrients, this fish is often called the "full package", especially when it comes to beauty and health. Omega-3 and amino acids, which possesses salmon, are able to fight hair loss, dryness, a rash on the scalp, and also gives them elasticity and shine. In addition to salmon, the source of omega-3 fatty acids are sardines, mackerel, flax seeds, and walnuts.
- Leafy vegetables. Spinach, chard, broccoli are excellent sources of essential vitamins A and C, which help produce sebum, necessary for the condition of the hair. Dark green leafy vegetables are rich in iron and calcium.
- Beans. Beans such as beans, are necessary for proper hair care. They contain a lot of iron, zinc, biotin, which the body needs for better growth of hair, as well as proteins that accelerate their recovery.
- Dark meat According to a study, iron deficiency in the body can lead to hair loss. Taking an increased amount of iron, you can reverse this process, restoring hair growth. Red meat is a source of nutrients, such as iron, which directly affects the production of vitamin B in the blood, is a good source of energy. Other types of meat (poultry), eggs, dried fruits and whole grains are also rich in iron, therefore these foods should be included in your diet.
- Eggs This product contains biotin, which promotes the growth of new hairs and significantly reduces their loss. Other sources of this beneficial substance are peanuts, salmon, almonds, avocados.
- Oysters These seafoods contain a lot of zinc, which regulates the production of important androgen hormones, the absence of which leads to irreversible loss of vegetation on the head. So, if you add foods rich in zinc to your table, such as oysters, crabs, liver, scallops and beef, they will help in the fight against hormonal problems.
- Sweet potato (sweet potato). This is a very useful vegetable that contains beta-carotene. This product is useful for both hair and skin in general.
- Vegetables fruits. They contain a large amount of vitamin C, which your body needs to absorb iron. Vitamin C deficiency makes your hair dry and dull. The best natural sources of this vitamin are citrus fruits (lemons, oranges), leafy vegetables and strawberries.
- Raisins. As well as corn and dates contain iron, which contributes to the production of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen throughout the body.
- Vegetable oil. They say that it is very harmful, but too low fat content in the body leads to dry hair. Olives, peanuts and sunflower oil can restore the shine of your hair.
Hair care rules
One of the most common factors that contribute to thinning hair is excessive, physical or psychological stress, hormonal imbalance, nutritional deficiencies, air pollution, allergies, the use of inappropriate care products, lack of care and heredity.
Many people live their lives at a frantic pace. Stress is considered a normal part of our life. Trying to cope with everyday duties (housekeeping, parenting, marriage) we often subject ourselves to stressful situations.
Proved that chronic stress stimulates the emergence of various diseases, ultimately - hair loss.
What to do? Learn to relax and not try to do everything everywhere to the detriment of yourself.
Try to find the right shampoo. Look at their composition. Caffeine reduces hair loss, and hyaluronic acid provides their hydration and smoothness, panthenol is good for regeneration, and keratin stimulates the growth of new hairs. Ideally, use sulfate-free shampoos.
And another recipe for a mask to give hair density and volume - in the next video.
