How to strengthen hair?

Every girl dreams of lush and voluminous hair. But in pursuit of beauty, hair often weakens and becomes dull and brittle. In addition, unfortunately, nature has not awarded everyone with healthy and thick hair from birth. Fix the situation will help an integrated approach to the treatment of hair.

In this article, we will explain what mistakes should be avoided when caring for hair and how to quickly restore lifeless and brittle curls.

In every girl's life, perhaps, there comes a moment when the reflection in the mirror ceases to please. And all because the curls became liquid, dull, split and lost their usual luster. And in this situation it is necessary to understand the reason for such drastic changes. Curls can become brittle and weak for several reasons.

• Great harm is caused by perm, frequent dyeing and bleaching, as well as the use of hot irons and curls. Fixing means when laying: varnishes, stylers, gels and foams - create a temporary chic effect, but cause irreparable damage to curls.
• Stressful situations - experiencing strong shocks, the entire body experiences an emotional load. During this period, the hair follicles do not receive the necessary elements, so they can weaken, causing the curls to become split and brittle.
• When the season changes and changeable weather, the curls also lose their beauty and shine. With the onset of cold weather, hair requires special care and it is necessary to protect fragile curls from frost. And during a vacation on the coast, hair needs protection from sunlight and sea water.
• Ecology of a megacity negatively affects the condition of hair. But this does not mean that at the slightest gas pollution of the air one should move out of the city, but it is worth as much as possible to limit the time spent on the street. And it is also worth more often to wash your hair during this period with gentle, mild shampoos and nourishing balms.
• Washing the head with hot water and frequent visits to the bath and sauna can cause serious changes in hair structure. At high temperatures, hair flakes open, curls become more rigid, naughty and fragile. In addition, the scalp dries and can begin to peel off. At the time of treatment and hair restoration, refuse to visit the sauna or wear a special hat to protect the hair from hot steam. And while washing your head, turn on warm water.
• Health and hormonal failure - during the restructuring of the body, many systems begin to work differently, which undoubtedly affects the state of the skin, nails and hair. And to solve the problem of weakened hair in this case will have to be phased in: first you need to contact your doctor for prescription, and then proceed to strengthen the curls.
• Unbalanced diet - strict monodiets or, on the contrary, a large amount of fatty, salty and fried foods in combination with the restriction of minerals and vitamin, undoubtedly, will not in the best way affect the condition of curls.
• Wrong choice of hair care products: shampoos, balm, masks and oils. The trichologist will help you make the right choice.
• Tight hairstyles - Frequent use of rubber bands, hard barrettes, dense weaving gives great stress to the hair, which makes the locks weaken, lose moisture and elasticity, become fragile and weak. Walk more often with loose curls or braid into a simple cone.
• Genetic predisposition - to deceive the nature is unlikely to succeed. But it is important to understand that this is not a sentence, slow down hair loss and make curls more durable under power, even at home. In particularly advanced forms with active hair loss should immediately contact the experts. The trichologist will be able to prescribe effective treatment and effective recovery.

The use of firming masks for hormonal failure or after emotional shock will not give positive results and will not help strengthen the hair. And most of the money spent on cosmetics and various procedures will be thrown to the wind.

In this case, the problem must be solved in a complex way: to adjust the hormonal imbalance, restore the functioning of the organs and then proceed to cosmetic procedures aimed directly at the hair.

In pursuit of chic hair, girls often forget that it is necessary to nourish hair not only from the outside, but also from the inside. Beauty depends not only on permanent care, but also inseparably linked with health. And therefore, a balanced diet in conjunction with the treatments will give the result faster and will last for a long time. A healthy diet is a guarantee of health and beauty. It is worth considering in more detail what should be discarded in the daily diet.

• Fried and fatty dishes must be kept to a minimum. Saturated fats and splashes in large quantities are harmful to our body. This item includes french fries, fast food, fatty meats, sausages and so on. Ideally, such products should be permanently removed from the diet, but if this is not possible, it is necessary to minimize the use of harmful food.
• Soda and unnatural juices - A large amount of sugar adversely affects the internal organs and blood vessels. Replace these drinks with fresh juices, compotes, natural fruit drinks, tea and herbal decoctions.
• Get rid of bad habits - smoking and alcohol. Perhaps this paragraph does not need additional clarification.

It is recommended to use daily such products as:

• chicken eggs, namely yolksbecause they contain a large amount of healthy fats and vitamin A, which are so necessary for strengthening the hair follicles;
• grapes, citrus fruits, dogrose - despite the sweetness, these products contain a large amount of vitamin C, which will help not only restore immunity, but also protect the hair roots from negative effects;
• include healthy fats in your daily menu - they are abundant in marine fish, cod liver, nuts, seeds, sesame; fatty acids in fish help fight dry scalp and reduce stress after sun, wind and frost; among the nuts, almonds are the most beneficial for the female body, it contains the greatest amount of vitamin E and A, as well as vitamins P, B and minerals;
• protein - a large amount of protein in the diet is necessary for the normal functioning of the body; meat, poultry, tofu, nuts - this is the building material for the body;
• cottage cheese and dairy products rich in calcium and vitamins B, which are necessary for strengthening the nails and hair;
• legumes - lentils, beans, peas contain large amounts of protein with an optimal ratio of fats and carbohydrates, and protein, as is known, is a building material for hair;
• mineral complex, zinc and iron - when changing the season, the body is under stress, the lack of useful elements can affect not only the condition of the hair, but also the immunity; but before taking the vitamin complex, you should consult with your doctor so as not to harm the body;
• fruits, berries and vegetables play an important role in human health, which also affects the condition of the hair; natural vitamins, fiber and trace elements in fresh seasonal vegetables, fruits and berries help the body to function properly and cope with viruses and diseases.

Hair cosmetics, sold in mass market, despite the attractive and attractive advertising calls, is unlikely to give the desired result. Therefore, you should not put high hopes on shampoo for weakened hair or balm with miraculous keratin. Close scales and make curls more obedient will help conventional cosmetic oilwhich is not required to be washed off after application. The soft texture is quickly absorbed into damaged hair and reliably protects against aggressive environmental influences.

Special cosmetic and medical preparations will help to make curls noticeably thicker. Among them are very popular special capsules for hair. They are divided into capsules for ingestion and for external application.

Capsules for ingestion are a vitamin supplement and give a quick positive effect. But, as with any drug, you need to consult a doctor. Capsules for external use are small ampoules with a medicinal composition and are used as masks for fast hair nourishment.

Such capsules with a liquid agent inside have many advantages: it is easy to use at home and on vacation, it is quickly applied, does not require rinsing and has a compact package. To activate growth, the oil from the capsules is applied directly to the hair roots and with smooth movements the composition is rubbed into the scalp.

Sprays and indelible lotions help transform fragile and dull curls, make a beautiful hairstyle in a matter of minutes. It is easy to apply, does not leave a greasy luster and does not glue the hair - this makes regenerating sprays indispensable both in working days and on holidays or during holidays. Moisturizing sprays and lotions help to get rid of excessively bristling hair with high humidity, as well as facilitate the combing of tangled and dry tips.

Quickly restore the hair structure and give the curls a beautiful glossy shine to help special cosmetic procedures that must be performed exclusively in beauty salons. This procedure includes keratin hair straightening. After visiting the salon, the curls become smooth, silky and docile, and the result lasts for several months. But keratin straightening has an obvious disadvantage - the cost of the procedure. When you first visit the master will have to pay about 10 thousand rubles for hair length just below the shoulders.

Only professional and comprehensive care will help get rid of brittle hair. And if you do not have the time and money for expensive salon procedures, you can use the popular and simple folk remedies for hair, which will help to make them thicker.

The great advantage of popular recipes is that all ingredients are natural and environmentally friendly. Flavors, preservatives and flavors are not used in these recipes. It is worth considering in more detail simple recipes and tips that will help restore and strengthen hair.

This is a budget and easy way to restore weak and brittle hair. With regular use, the curls acquire a healthy sheen and become noticeably thicker. Pre-warmed oil in the palms is applied to dry hair roots. Curls can be braided at the same time in a free cone or hold the hands with oil along the entire length, thereby additionally soaking dry tips.

It helps to solve many problems, starting with dandruff and ending with hair loss. To give a beautiful shine suitable White clay. Forget about the problem of hair loss will help blue clay. For oily hair is more suitable green clay. Getting rid of dry and split ends will help red clay. Curly, dry and naughty locks will become shiny and smooth after the mask with pink clay.

If you can not find in the pharmacy ready pink clay, you can mix in equal proportions of red and white. Eliminate skin itching and get rid of dandruff will help yellow clay.

These masks are suitable for bleached and thin hair, they give the locks of softness and healthy shine. But it is important to understand that after the mask on the curls will remain an extremely unpleasant smell of raw eggs. The visible effect will be noticeable after the first procedure. The method of its use is as follows:

1. take 1-3 eggs depending on the length of the hair;
2. separate the whites from the yolks;
3. beat the yolks in a deep non-metallic bowl;
4. apply egg mass over the entire length of the hair, paying particular attention to the damaged areas;
5. leave the mask for 10 minutes and then rinse the curls with cool running water .; you should not turn on hot water, otherwise the egg will collapse, and it will be difficult to get rid of the unpleasant amber;
6. then rinse the locks with shampoo and apply a moisturizing balsam; If necessary, wash the hair several times to get rid of the egg smell.

This mask will be a powerful incentive for active hair growth. It not only enhances growth, but also helps to solve the problem with hair loss. The onion mask gives the hair an unpleasant smell, so even after a few flushes it is worth being prepared for the curls to retain a sharp aroma. It is necessary to adhere to the following action algorithm:

1. Onions finely cut to the consistency of gruel or chopped with a blender;
2. add 2 teaspoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of liquid honey, any cosmetic oil for hair to a bowl with onions and mix thoroughly until a homogeneous consistency;
3. apply a mask on the hair, paying particular attention to the roots;
4. wear a plastic cap and leave the mask on your head for 30–60 minutes; then rinse the curls thoroughly and wash your hair with a mild shampoo.

Accelerate hair growth will help another folk remedy - a warming mask with mustard, turmeric or pepper. If you are making this mask for the first time, then do not add turmeric and pepper to the mixture.First try using a more gentle mixture. Then you can already adjust the composition of the mask yourself, based on your feelings.

The mask will need the following ingredients:

• mustard powder;
• olive or cosmetic hair oil;
• liquid honey.

The process of making and using a mask includes the following steps:

1. In a deep glass or plastic cup, mix 2 teaspoons of dry mustard, 1 teaspoon of honey and add a few drops of oil;
2. Stir the mixture thoroughly and heat in a water bath or in a microwave until pleasant to the touch temperature;
3. Apply a warm mixture to the hair roots and rub in the scalp with soft circular motions;
4. then wrap your head with a wrap and a soft towel;
5. for the first time, it is enough to hold the mask for 20 minutes, but it is necessary to proceed from your own feelings - if you feel strong heat and tingling, immediately wash off the mask with cool water; gradually you will be able to increase the time of the procedure up to an hour - this time is enough to enhance the growth of hair and at the same time not harm the scalp;
6. For maximum effect, a pinch of turmeric or red pepper can be added to the mixture.

Aloe juice is great for hair restoration at home. You can get it in large quantities from one stem of the plant. Unused juice can be stored in the refrigerator in a glass bowl for a week.

For home treatments can also be used. Aloe oil, but you can not always buy it at the pharmacy. Alcohol tincture with aloe is not suitable for cosmetic use, since even a small amount of alcohol dries the skin and hair. The most popular recipes for aloe are masks such as: a few drops of juice or oil can be added to the composition of any homemade cosmetic mask, lotion or hair balm.

Masks with honey make hair shiny and silky. In addition, honey is easily washed off with hair with warm water, so making such a mask is easy and simple. An excellent, quick and easy recipe that can be used every week is as follows:

1. mix liquid honey with aloe juice;
2. apply the mixture on the strands and scalp with massaging movements;
3. After such a mask, the curls will become less brittle and acquire a beautiful glossy shine.

This is not just a cosmetic procedure, but also an excellent restoring mask for beautiful hair. After the gelatinous mask, the curls become shiny and silky, as if after an expensive salon procedure. For home lamination will need the following elements:

• food gelatin without flavors and dyes;
• hair balsam;
• patchouli essential oil.

The preparation process means as follows:

1. To start, pour gelatin with a small amount of boiled warm water and leave the granules to swell for 30 minutes;
2. then mix thoroughly and add a small amount of hair balm and 5 drops of essential oil to the mixture;
3. gelatinous mixture is applied to clean, dry strands along the entire length;
4. then the curls are wrapped with a film - the effect of the sauna is created with the help of a thick towel;
5. For best effect, you can warm your hair with a hot dryer;
6. it is necessary to sustain a mask at least 60 minutes;
7. then the gelatin mixture is washed off with water, and the curls are stacked in the usual way.

This component will help to quickly restore brittle and weakened strands, get rid of dandruff and excessive fat content at home.

In a deep glass bowl, mix coarse salt with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, a small amount of warm medicinal decoction and any cosmetic oil. Rub the scrub into the scalp. Salt granules cleanse the skin of dead particles and accelerate the process of penetration of salt grains into the layers of the epidermis.

Cosmetic masks with rye bread help to stop hair loss and add extra volume to the hairstyle. The crumb of black bread is poured with an equal decoction of nettle and kneaded into a uniform mush. This mask is great for dark and light brown stripes, gives curls extra shine and beautiful shade.

The resulting mass is applied to the hair roots, and then the head is wrapped with polyethylene and a towel to create the effect of a sauna. After 30 minutes, the curls are gently rinsed from the remnants of the crumb and thoroughly washed with shampoo. You can repeat the procedure 2 times a month.

Experts recommend sticking to a few tips.

• If, after perming, bleaching, or frequent use of a hot curling, the curls become brittle and the hairs break in length, it is wiser to make the haircut shorter, to remove the damaged tips, then the curls will look tidier, and the hairstyle will be more attractive. In addition, the change of image will lift your spirits and allows you to look at yourself in a new way. And it will be easier to grow the desired length when the need to feed dry ends disappears.
• Contrast shower is useful not only for the body, but also for the head. Changing hot water to cold increases blood circulation, which stimulates active hair growth. For the appearance of the visible result, it is recommended to arrange a course of contrast massage daily for 30 days. Do this for 5–10 minutes each time you wash your hair when rinsing the strands.
• Comb the strands often during the day. Soft movements of the comb on the scalp stimulate blood circulation, which helps to strengthen the roots and growth of new hair.
• During the course of procedures, you can additionally stimulate the body and compensate for the lack of vitamins important for hair.. These are vitamins A and E, you can buy capsules at each pharmacy. Experts advise taking vitamins course from 14 to 30 days.
• An integrated approach to solving the problem of weak hair will give the best results. But it should be understood that there is no universal way that will suit everyone. And do not be upset if the visible effect can not be achieved in the first month of treatment. It is necessary to be patient and get ready for a long struggle for beautiful curls.
• Particular attention should be paid to the condition of the strands when the season changes. During this period, the body needs special care and is prone to reduced immunity. In the summer, more often do oil masks, and in the winter - moisturizing with honey and kefir. At the beginning of spring, conduct courses of a contrast shower for the head, and in the autumn after washing, rinse a curl with decoctions of fragrant and healthy herbs: calendula, nettle, thyme, hop.

For more information on strengthening hair says trichologist in the video below.