If you want to have a healthy and beautiful hair you should take a good care of it. The condition of your hair depends mainly on the way you treat it and the hair care products you use.

• Using the most appropriate shampoo for your hair is the main factor for a healthy and beautiful hair. Ask your hairdresser to determine what your hair type is, whether it is dry, oily or normal, because using the right shampoo for your hair is crucial. One common mistake that many women make is that they use shampoos and conditioners that are too harsh or too nourishing for instance. If you have oily hair you should always use shampoo specially designed for oily hair, if your hair is dry look for a more hydrating and nourishing formula.

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Split ends are a common problem that every woman and even men face. Split ends, known as also as trichoptlosis usually occur when the cuticle is damaged and the fibres of the cortex (the inner layer of the hair) are unraveled. Split ends are more likely to develop in long, dry and brittle hair. Once your hair is weakened by coloring, heating, UV damage the cuticles will start to lift, leaving the cortex vulnerable to splitting.

WHAT CAUSES SPLIT ENDS?

• frequent blow-drying
• using curling iron
• using straightening iron
• vigorous brushing
• excessive dying the hair
• not trimming your hair regularly
• insufficient conditioning
• excessive heat styling
• using too much hair coloring products
• using a wrong hairbrush
• frequent chemical treatments
• improper hair care
• overwashing

You probably know that regular use of straightening iron (flat iron), blow-dryer, curing iron, hot rollers can seriously damage your hair, making it brittle and dry, especially if your hair is fine. The intense heat may encourage split ends, since the heat dries the hair’s cuticles and makes your hair prone to breakage. Itв’s essential to use heat protecting products every time you blow-dry or straighten your hair. There are some wonderful products on the market that provide a great protection against the heat while nourishing the hair at the same time.

Another cause of split ends is vigorous brushing or combing the hair. Many women brush their hair straight after washing it but this seriously damage the hair and causes split ends because the hair is more vulnerable to splitting after shampooing. Never brush wet hair, never. Use a wide-tooth comb instead and comb your hair very gently. Choose a natural-bristle brush that won’t pull on hair and stay away from metal, nylon or plastic brushes.

Not trimming your hair regularly is the main cause of split ends. If your hair is prone to splitting you should trim your hair regularly (every five of six weeks) to get rid of split ends and prevent further breakage.

The harmful UV rays and the wind cause split ends to travel up the hair shaft causing a fracture in the hair. That’s why it’s essential to protect your hair all-year-round, especially during the summer months. Use hair products with UV filters and wear hats or head scarves.

HOW TO GET RID OF SPLIT ENDS AND HOW TO TREAT SPLIT ENDS?

• There is no need to tell you that the best way to get rid of split ends is to trim your hair regularly. Have your hair trimmed by a hairdresser every five or six weeks – this way you will keep the ends neat and prevent further breakage.

• Use a conditioner every time you wash your hair to nourish your hair, keep it hydrated and healthy. Apply the conditioner over the entire hair, concentrating on the ends. Look for a moisturizing conditioner containing essential oils and natural ingredients. A good conditioner will feed the roots and repair the structure of the hair. It will leave your strands shiny and manageable and will sooth the hair’s cuticles.

• Use products (shampoos, conditioners, masks, serums, creams, mousses, sprays) designed for treating split ends. These products seal split ends and prevent further splitting. Most of them contain high-density fluids and silicone which draw the splayed ends of the fibres together and hide the appearance of split ends.

• Use a mild shampoo that is suitable for your hair type. The best choice will be a mild moisturizing shampoo with ceremides and essential oils that will nourish and moisturize your hair deeply. Stay away from harsh shampoos that can leave your hair dry and brittle. Never shampoo your hair every day, even if it is oily.

Useful Tips:

• Remember: The best way to prevent split ends is to trim your hair regularly.
• Remember: Split ends occur when the cuticle is damaged, so avoid damaging your hair by taking a proper care of your hair.
• Always detangle your strands with a wide tooth comb.
• Never brush wet hair because the hair is very vulnerable to splitting after washing.
• Use a wide-tooth comb to comb your wet hair in place of a brush.
• Limit the usage of blow-dryer, curling iron, flat irons.
• If you color your hair use products formulated for color-treated hair.
• Do a deep-conditioning treatment once or twice a month to nourish your hair and avoid damage.
• If your hair is prone to splitting use a leave-in-conditioner.
• Use styling products with silicone to style your hair and to smooth the look of split ends.
• Minimize the use of heat appliances to prevent split ends and breakage.
• Use products designed to seal split ends and prevent further splitting.
• Sometimes split ends may be three or four centimeters in length.
• Avoid using nylon or plastic brushes.
• Use a olive oil and rub it into the ends of the hair two times a week to nourish and hydrate your hair.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and use hair products with UV filters.
• Apply an intensive conditioning hair mask twice a week.
• Sleep with a satin pillow case.
• The only and the best cure for split ends is trimming your hair.

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The principal use of hair dying is to cover gray hair but nowadays many women and men color their hair to alter their natural hair color, to create decorative effect and create highlights. Coloring the hair is probably the quickiest way to change your look and enhance your hairstyle. Some women choose to change their color entirely (from blond to brown) while others take a two-tone approach. Nowadays many women and men prefer to color their hair at home and of course there is nothing wrong in doing so but before you dye your hair for the first time you should be well-prepared and educated in order to avoid damaging your hair.
Sometimes hair coloring can seriously damage your hair. Anytime chemicals are misused the chance of breakage and damage is almost 100 percent sure. The chemicals that the hair dye contains make changes in the texture and structure of the hair and if misused the hair coloring can make your hair drier, lifeless and brittle. (more…)

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As you know the success of your curls depends mainly on the cut, but also on the way you blow-dry your curly hair. It’s essential to blow dry your curly hair properly in order to achieve best results. Using a diffuser is the best way to blow-dry curly hair without damaging it.

Before you begin blow-drying your hair make sure you have: a towel, hair dryer, diffuser, heat protective product, styling product (mousse, gel, foam, curl enhancing product), wide toothed comb, brush, clips (more…)

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Dry hair can be defined as hair that’s lost its ability to attract and retain moisture, it feels dry to the touch and looks dull and lifeless. Dry hair is characterized by a dual deficiency in moisture and lipids (sebum), which alters its elasticity and suppleness.

How does dry hair look like:

• dry hair is fragile
• dry hair has split ends
• looks coarse and wiry
• dry hair looks frizzy

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OILY HAIR

characteristics:

• Become oily too quickly
• Look greasy and dull
• Feel and look lifeless
• Attract dirt easily
• Feels moist and sticky
• Needs frequent washing
• Prone to dandruff
• Usually accompanied with oily skin

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Restorative hair mask with parsley
The ingredients you will need: 1 tbsp. vodka / or cognac/, 2 tbsp. olive oil, parsley. Strain the parsley; mix it with the vodka and the olive oil. Rub the mixture in the roots and wrap your hair in a hot towel for 1 hour. Rinse your hair thoroughly with lukewarm water and use a mild shampoo. At the end rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar.

Nourishing hair mask with egg yolk

You’ll need: 1 yolk of egg and 1 cup milk. Beat the egg yolk until it’s frothy and add the milk. You can add 1/ 2 tbsp. of rosewater if you have. Apply the mixture generously to the entire hair, concentrating on the ends. Let the mask penetrate for 10 / 15 minutes and then rinse your hair thoroughly. (more…)

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Hair mask of castor oil for dry hair
You will need: 1 phial castor oil, 1 yolk of egg, 1/ 2 tbsp. cognac. Mix all the ingredients well and apply to the hair starting at the roots. Leave the mixture on for approximately 2 hours and then rinse thoroughly. Do this mask each week for effective treatment of dry hair.

Hair mask of olive oil for dry hair
The olive oil is the best remedy for dry hair. Warm up 20ml. olive oil and apply the oil with a brush, concentrating on the roots and on the ends. Comb your hair to distribute the olive oil to the entire hair. Leave on for 30 minutes and then wash your hair with a gentle shampoo. If your hair is damaged you can leave it during the whole night and then wash your hair in the morning, to restructure the hair keratin and restore the strength and shine. (more…)

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What causes oily hair?

• Intense heat and humidity can cause oily hair as they accelerate oil production.
• Hormonal changed can also cause oily hair as these changes can activate the sebaceous glands.
• Excess sebum on the scalp is the main cause of oily hair.
• Puberty can cause oily hair – during adolescence the sebaceous glands may become overactive.
• Some medications that affect the hormones may cause oily hair.

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Excessive hair loss isn’t only a male pattern – it can affect women, teenagers and even babies. Although a certain amount of hair loss is normal sometimes it can suggest that something is wrong somewhere in your body.
We normally shed somewhere about 50 to 12 hairs everyday but if the number is increasing it may indicate serious health problems. The causes of this condition can be different – seasonal changes, hormonal imbalance / pregnancy, abortion, improper diet, birth control pills/, surgical interventions, food poisoning. The cause of excessive hair loss in both men and women is multi-variable but the most common causes are hormonal changes and heredity. Rapid weight loss or weight gain, dandruff, iron deficiency, a low protein and vitamin intake, pregnancy or menopause, even some medicines can speed up the normal rate of hair loss. (more…)

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