We all want beautiful hairs like Rapunzel, don't we?
Having strong and shiny hair is every girl's dream. With time, our hair starts losing their shine due to several internal and external factors. Apart from that weakening of hair roots is also worrisome.
Hair may lose its lustre due to various conditions.
Stress, vitamin deficiency, hard water or UV rays are causes for dull looking hair and so are improper hair care and styling. Only healthy hair with smooth outer cuticles will reflect light. It's this light reflection to which hair owes its deep shine.
In this article, I will talk about some remedies and tips you can opt for to get strong and shiny hairs.
Hairs need a lot of care and proper nourishment. Here is how you can restore the shine and make it strong.
1. Maintain A Balanced Diet
Ensuring that you are providing your hair with enough nutrition is key to having healthy hair. What you put on your hair does not matter if your hair is not nourished from the inside.
Make sure that you are getting your daily dose of healthy fats, proteins, and nutrients. Also, make an effort to keep yourself hydrated.
2. Choose The Right Products
Using natural or herbal shampoos that don’t contain harsh chemicals like SLS and sulfates can go a long way when it comes to your hair’s health. This is because sulfates are harsh on your hair and strip away all of your natural oils.
It would also be a good idea to invest in a good hair conditioner that is free of silicones. While silicones help add shine to your hair, they also create build up which ends up weighing your hair down.
[Also Read: 5 Sulfate-Free Shampoos You Should Start Using Today]
3. Oil Massage
Give yourself (or get someone to give you) a nice and relaxing oil massage at least once a week.
Oil massages not only help relieve tension, but they promote blood circulation ensuring the at your follicles are well-nourished.
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4. Invest In A Wide-Tooth Wooden Comb And A Boar Bristle Brush
A wide-tooth wooden comb will prevent static and hair breakage. This is the ideal comb to use while detangling your hair. Once your hair is detangled, a boar bristle brush will help pull down the oils from your roots, ensuring that your hair is well-nourished and protected.
It is also important to avoid combing your hair while it is wet as this is when your hair is more vulnerable to breaking.
5. Never Skip Conditioning
Conditioning is extremely important when it comes to maintaining the health of your hair. Never skip conditioner after you shampoo. It would also be a good idea to deep condition your hair at least once a week with an extremely hydrating homemade hair mask.
If you have extremely dry hair, it would be a good idea to invest in a good leave-in conditioner.
6. Always Wash With Cool Water
Cool water helps seal your hair’s cuticles, ensuring that your hair is smooth and silky. This also helps prevent the loss of moisture from your hair.
7. Trim Regularly
Trimming your hair every 6-8 weeks is vital. This will help get rid of any split ends, preventing the damage from moving further up your hair shaft.
8. Stop Using Hot Styling Tools
Heat styling can cause some serious damage to your hair with regular use. If you are addicted to your straightener, it would be a good idea to look up some no-heat styles and take a hiatus from using heat.
9. Do Not Over-Wash Your Hair
Washing your hair more than thrice a week can make it dull, dry, and lifeless. Stick to washing your hair 2-3 times a week.
10. Let Your Hair Air-Dry
Instead of using a blow-dryer, let your hair air-dry. Do this by gently squeezing out the excess water from your hair with a towel and leaving it open until it dries.
Do not rub your hair vigorously with the towel as this will cause damage.
Apart from making these lifestyle changes, there are certain natural remedies you can use to get shiny and strong hair. Here we go...
[Also Read: Powerful Home Remedies To Deal With Hair Damage]
1. Aloe Vera Gel Spray
Aloe vera is an abundant source of proteolytic enzymes which repair the damaged cells present in your scalp which allows it to improve follicle health and boost hair growth.
The moisture content of this ingredient helps hydrate your hair and keep it conditioned throughout the day. This will ensure a smooth texture with minimized frizz.
Procedure:
Take 1 to 2 aloe vera leaf, 2 tbsp water and one spray bottle.
Slice an aloe vera leaf and extract two tablespoons of gel using a spoon. Ensure that you’re only extracting the clear gel and not the yellow. Blend this gel until it gets to a smooth consistency.
Now add two tablespoons of water to the gel and mix well. Pour this liquid into a spray bottle and shake well.
Spray your hair with the aloe vera solution after it has been washed and dried.
Leave it on like you would leave any other hair spray. Do this 3-4 times a week.
2. Hot Oil Massage With Coconut Oil
A hot oil massage can help stimulate your hair follicles, boosting hair growth. It is an efficient deep conditioning treatment for your hair which also fights issues such as dandruff and itching.
Coconut oil helps nourish your strands with its rich triglyceride content. It also has the ability to penetrate deep into your hair shafts, allowing for optimum nourishment.
Procedure:
Take 2-3 tbsp Coconut Oil and a towel. Take 2-3 tablespoons (depending on the length of your hair) of your chosen oil and heat it for a couple of seconds until it is slightly warm.
Now massage the warm oil into your scalp and work it through the length of your hair. Massage your scalp for about 15 minutes and then leave the oil on for an additional 30 minutes.
Cover your hair with a hot towel while you wait. Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo and finish with conditioner. Do this twice a week.
3. Curd And Amla Mask
Curd contains vitamins B5 and D which are essential for hair health. It helps strengthen your hair shafts from within while also fighting off issues such as dandruff.
The amla in this mask helps give your scalp a vitamin C boost, aiding hair growth.
Procedure:
Take 1 cup Curd and 2 tbsp Amla Powder. Combine the two ingredients until you get a smooth mixture. Apply these ingredients onto your scalp and hair.
Once your hair is completely covered, leave the mask on for about 30 minutes. Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo. Finish with conditioner.
Do this 1-2 times a week.
4. Onion Juice
Onion juice helps curb hair fall, boost hair growth, and also re-grow hair. This is probably owed to its high sulfur content which helps boost blood circulation, allowing for better nutrition.
It is also a rich source of nutrients such as biotin, manganese, flavonoids, vitamin C, phosphorus, folic acid, and copper, all of which help restore health and shine to your hair.
Procedure:
Juice from a Large Onion and 3-4 drops Lavender Essential Oil. Mix the ingredients until you get a well-combined solution. Apply this solution onto your scalp while massaging it gently with your fingertips.
Leave the onion juice on for about 10-15 minutes. Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo.
Finish with conditioner. Do this twice a week.
5. Egg Mask
Eggs are one of the most abundant protein sources. It helps provide your hair with nourishment and shine while also improving its texture. It helps repair hair damage and adds life to dull hair.
Regularly using this hair mask will help strengthen and condition your hair while making it more manageable.
Procedure:
Take 1 whole Egg, 1 tbsp Olive Oil and 1 tbsp Honey. Whisk the ingredients together to get a well-combined mixture. Apply this mask onto your scalp and your hair.
Once your scalp and hair are completely covered, wait for 30 minutes. Cover your hair with a shower cap while you wait to avoid a mess. Wash your hair with cool water and a mild sulfate-free shampoo.
Finish with conditioner. Do this 1-2 times a week.
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6. Fenugreek Seeds Mask
Fenugreek seeds are rich in protein, iron, vitamin C, potassium, and lecithin. These essential hair nutrients work together to prevent hair loss, dandruff, damage, and greying while promoting hair thickening and strength.
Procedure:
Take ¼ cup Fenugreek Seeds and 1 cup Water. Soak fenugreek seeds in water and leave it overnight.
In the morning, blend the seeds adding a little bit of the water that it was soaked in to get a smooth and consistent texture. Apply this paste onto your scalp and hair. Leave the fenugreek paste in your hair for about 30 minutes.
Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo. Finish with conditioner.
Do this once a week.
[Also Read: 10 Most Effective Home Remedies For Premature Greying Of Hair]
7. Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple Cider Vinegar treatment helps get rid of dirt, oil, grime, and buildup from your hair. It clarifies your hair without the use of harsh chemicals, leaving it feeling soft and looking silky. Apart from that it also helps in strengthening hair roots.
Procedure:
1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar and 1 cup water. Dilute the apple cider vinegar with a cup of water and set it aside in a jug.
Wash your hair with a mild sulfate-free shampoo. Proceed to condition your hair.
After you’ve conditioned your hair, pour the diluted apple cider vinegar through it. Do not rinse your hair any further. Do this once a week.
I hope these above-mentioned remedies will surely give you strong and silky hairs. Don't forget to maintain and healthy lifestyle and consume a balanced diet to give your hairs the nourishment and care it deserves.
Disclaimer: If the use of any of these remedies causes an adverse scalp reaction, then discontinue use immediately, and see your doctor if no relief comes from rinsing the affected area in cool water. Remedies mentioned are only for general purposes, they shouldn't be confused with medical advice.
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