BODY One year with my new Turkish hair
SUPPLEMENTATION Oral sunscreen: does it really work?
Get an agenda, order and change the wardrobe, sign up for the gym... To all those September resolutions we should add a
set-up
that begins with the
hair
.
The effects of the sun's rays have bleached at least the ends of the hair, which looks
more frizzy
due to the combination of water with lime, the dryness and corrosiveness that chlorine brings to kill the germs in the pool and, of course, the saltpeter of the sea.
"The hair has a
protective layer called the hydrolipidic film
and, as it dries, this film breaks. That is why the summer months are especially hard when we are exposed to these agents that deteriorate it," explains Rogelaine Tomé da Costa, professional hairdresser, image
coach
, stylist and owner of Rogelaine Imagen LifeStyle salons.
If a dye is added, the expert adds, the problems are aggravated.
"Thus, the natural moisture that the hair has in the core of each shaft evaporates, and
the hair loses its shine, its luminosity and its health
."
Hair damage also causes split ends and breakage when brushed.
What can we do to remedy it?
Shall we cut to the chase?
Is there any treatment that works?
It does not hurt to cut to the chase or subject your hair to a hydration treatment after the holidays. Gtres
DECALOGUE FOR GOOD HAIR HEALTH
Do not use foams or fixing gels.
"Although these products help achieve the style you want, they will worsen the condition of the hair. They should only be used on very specific occasions," slides Rogelaine Tomé da Costa.
Apply a
quality moisturizing rinse-off shampoo and conditioner.
"Sometimes it is true that they cost a little more, but it is a cost that is worth it in the long run."
The best thing to do when choosing hair products is to have them recommended by an expert or to buy them in the same beauty salon, she advises: "That way the products you use will be specific and aimed at the needs of your hair."
Use a hair mask.
"At least once a week it will revitalize your strands and specifically the hair shaft."
A hair mask, due to the time the product is left on the hair, will penetrate the hair shaft to restore moisture.
How?
"First, lightly wet your hair, then apply the hair mask. Make sure all strands are included, (gently combing with a damp brush or large tooth comb), then wrap a towel around your head for an hour (or more)".
Do not use chemicals.
Cleaning supplies aren't the only ones loaded with chemicals: "It's hard to find many hair products that don't contain them. And that's especially unfortunate for damaged hair."
Instead of using products with chemical substances -and there are many, even some that you have at home right now- the professional advises looking for the minimum chemical ingredients.
"Some are propylene glycol, sodium lauryl sulfate, parabens, and ammonium lauryl sulfate."
Reduce the amount of heat.
Heat tools, in general, are not good for hair, especially if it is damaged.
"So if you have to use heat for any reason, make sure it's on a low setting. The same goes for blow dryers, which should also be on a low setting to prevent the hair cuticle from splitting."
Hence, many irons begin to standardize the maximum of 180 degrees.
Use a natural bristle brush
.
If the hair is weak, brittle and damaged, it should be brushed gently at first so as not to break it too much.
The benefit is that it will help to stimulate your scalp, says the stylist, so do it gently.
"But as your hair gets stronger, you won't have to hold back from the force of brushing."
A Tomé da Costa trick for evenly distributing the oil from the scalp to the ends is to use a brush with as natural bristles as possible.
Do not be afraid of a cut or sanitation
.
When the hair is damaged, depending on its severity, it is likely that we will have to cut the damaged ends.
Or, if it's extremely damaged, a full cut or remedial treatment might be necessary, says the stylist.
"At Rogelaine we recommend capillary botox, an effective treatment to recover weak or damaged hair. Based on natural ingredients that strengthen the hair fiber, it provides hydration, nourishes and gives shine."
Rinses out harmful chemicals and minerals.
"The damage may already be done, but if you're exposed to chlorine or salt water in September, be sure to rinse your hair to remove salt and drying chemicals every time you get out of the water."
Nutricosmetics with biotin.
Seasonal hair loss is approaching and a good option is to take specific vitamins for hair that strengthen it.
"A 100% natural supplement that I love is Naturadika's B Beauty Complex, vitamins for hair that strengthen hair and reduce hair loss. It has 14 active ingredients, including biotin and bamboo, perfect for improving hair health" .
Take care of your diet, emotional, hormonal and metabolic state.
Maintaining a balanced lifestyle, although we may not notice it, also influences the health of the hair (and so many other bodily processes).
"The level of porosity is determined by different causes, from texture and thickness to external factors."
Even the saturation of cosmetic products also causes the denaturation of the hair fiber, concludes Rogelaine Tomé da Costa.
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