Best hair care tips

It is not just your skin that requires extra protection, your hair too requires that extra dose of nourishment as the mercury rises. With the help of these tips, take the best care of your hair!

■ Regular hair wash: Pollution and dust combined with sweat tend to accumulate on the scalp, which results in hair fall. Choose a shampoo that removes the right amount of oil from your scalp. Wash your hair frequently with a mild shampoo and a good conditioner to stop your hair from splitting and drying out.

 

■ Deep conditioning: The summer heat can wreak havoc with your hair and can leave it dull and dry. Conditioning becomes imperative in this scenario. Oil your hair regularly to revitalize dull and dry strands of hair. A little oil on the scalp helps stimulate blood flow and relieves stress. You can also apply some Shea butter on the strands for a lustrous post-wash look. An easy hack for making an effective conditioner at home is rinsing your hair with diluted apple cider vinegar.

■ Eat and drink right: Your diet determines the growth of your hair. So, it is advisable to consume healthy foods such as green leafy vegetables, salads and fresh fruits to improve the condition of your hair in the summer. Low water intake in this season can cause dehydration. This will not only damage your skin but will also lead to hair loss and dry scalp. Drink plenty of water and eat the right food to promote hair growth.

■ Use a scarf: It is essential to cover your head with a cotton scarf to protect your tresses from the scorching heat. This will also save your tresses from dust, pollution and wind.

■ Trim it or keep it short: To escape from the sweltering heat and humid climate, it is advisable to keep your hair short or trim them. Have your hair trimmed once a month to remove any dry or split ends that may have occurred in the summer. Cutting your tresses short means low maintenance. This will keep your hair thicker, too.