Five tips to help maintain healthy hair

Hair strands are stretchy and naturally produce elastin. However, the cortex of each strand can become overstretched when wet and therefore weaker. Brushing too regularly or harshly can also damage the hair. 

Gently teasing with a wide-tooth comb can put less stress on strands and detangle more easily.  

For even better results, brush small sections at the bottom and slowly move up. This will avoid tightening knots and causing stress on the hair. Not only this, but salons and professionals also recommend a wide-tooth comb to avoid brushing out the finished style. 

The benefits of conditioning are an important part of keeping hair looking healthy. Choosing the right conditioner for your hair will help to nourish and protect it against damage.   

The conditioner will leave your hair feeling and appearing smooth and shiny for longer. It will help to coat and lubricate the hair strands, reducing frustrating flyaways³ and static build-up. 

Some stylists recommend squeezing excess water out before using conditioner. The formula can then get to work on the hair strands. Too much water can dilute the ingredients and prevent the hair from soaking in the benefits.  

Your hair goes through a lot each day. All kinds of factors including pollution, extreme heat, UV rays and varying lifestyle factors can affect the complex structure within hair strands. 

Often described as a deep conditioner, hair masks can provide additional moisture and strengthening powers, plus reduce frizz or breakage. Like a face mask, but for your hair, this intense conditioner soaks and covers your hair strands with rich nourishing agents to reduce breakage. You can enjoy a variety of hair masks designed for dry, wet or damp hair. 

Whether you’re washing it out or leaving it in, a hair mask can provide additional support to restore strength, shine and softness. To make sure you’re getting all the benefits from your hair mask, try to use a quality shampoo that cleans your hair thoroughly beforehand.