How to Maintain Your Hair's Health

Do you want hair that's beautiful and shiny? First, your hair has to be healthy. If your hair just isn't healthy, it will take time to be fixed. Although you cannot really reverse the damage done to your already existing hair, you can correct the conditions that can cause the damage so new hair will come out healthy.

Your hair isn't just your crowning glory, as they say. Your hair mirrors your overall fitness, and that is why you need to seriously take care of the health of your hair. The truth is, lifeless, dry, or brittle hair can be a sign of bad nutrition. It requires exactly the same basic nutritional foundation (a healthy diet, vitamins, minerals and plentiful liquids) as the rest of your body. Your hair may benefit from a high protein diet.

Scalp health and hair health are directly connected to one another. Your scalp supplies the natural moisture to existing hair and suitable structure to growing hair. The head receives very little blood circulation as opposed to other body parts. Massage and using herbs like gingko biloba and skullcap can help improve circulation in the scalp. You could also hydrate and "feed" your hair by carrying out oil treatments. Before you step in the bathtub, massage a bit of coconut, olive, or sesame oil in your hair and scalp. Give your hair an intensive oil treatment by massaging oil before going to sleep. Make sure to cover your head with a shower cap and then rinse off the oil the following day when you're in the shower.  If you've got frizzy hair, use sesame oil.

There are also many treatments that a hair stylist in Charlotte, NC can provide to help tame your frizzy hair, or hydrate your dry locks. Savvy Salon and Day Spa will work to make sure your hair gets what it needs.

Giving hair what it needs is just half of keeping it healthy. Once again, you need to look at your diet. Even if you consume all the vital nutrients, they could come with a number of preservatives and other additives. A lot of food preservatives and additives could cause dryness of the hair, scalp, and skin. Some medications also cause dryness. If you frequently take any prescription or over-the-counter medication, ask your physician or pharmacist if they may be damaging your hair.

Other things that may damage hair include direct sunlight, heat, and environmental contaminants. Often, you can't avoid these things, but you can minimize the damage they cause. For instance, you can wear a sunhat if you're outside or you can remain indoors when weather conditions are severe. You might save thirty minutes every time by using your hair dryer or hair straightener/curler. Give some thought to your hair, though. It's not going to stay healthy if you continuously subject it to excessive and unnecessary heat. So consider using your hair styling tools less.

You might also want to think twice about the low-end-grocery-store-purchased hair stylizing products you might be using. It's usually a given that hair dyes results in damage to hair. But if you simply have to color your hair, try to use a gentle hair coloring product and a high quality one. Many general store-bought sprays, spritzes, gels, and mousses come with harsh chemicals which can dry your hair. Opt for hair products which are branded either all-natural, mild or hydrating and come from a quality salon and recommended by your hair stylist.

At Savvy Salon and Day Spa in Charlotte, NC, we've got you covered.  From hair care, styling, special occasions or a relaxing massage, we care about the health and beauty of your hair.  Call now to set up an appointment to get your healthy hair. (704) 765-2505