•  Focus On Scalp Care

It all starts with your scalp. A healthy scalp creates the environment for healthy hair – it impacts the hair growth rate and hair health. Taking good care of your scalp helps blood and nutrients reach the hair follicles, resulting in stronger hair and lesser hair loss.

• Oil Your Hair Twice A Week

A hot oil head massage is one of the best home remedies for long hair. It not only offers relaxation but also enhances hair thickness. Oiling the roots provides nutrition and helps your hair grow long and strong. It also helps rejuvenate dead hair shafts.

• Cut Down The Frequency Of Shampooing

The purpose of shampoo is to eliminate dirt and product buildup from the hair and scalp. But using it daily can make your hair dry, frizzy, brittle, and prone to breakage. Certain shampoos contain sulfates, and their excessive use might damage your hair. Hence, choose a sulfate-free shampoo based on your hair needs and type. Make sure it is mild to avoid stripping hair’s natural oils.

Be gentle while shampooing – lather at the scalp and let the suds slide down the hair. Your hair becomes softer while wet, and rubbing the shampoo harshly on soft hair can lead to breakage.

 

•  Dry Your Hair Gently

Drying your hair roughly with a towel increases the chances of breakage. Use a soft towel or an old T-shirt to pat your hair and air dry it.

Do not use bath towels to dry your hair as they make your hair rough and create tangles, frizz, and flyaways. Instead, use microfiber towels that are thin and have high water-absorbing power. They also reduce the drying time of your hair.

• Use A Wide-Toothed Comb

Long hair is susceptible to tangles, but brushing it daily helps remove snarls and large knots. Use a wide-toothed comb for your hair. When your hair is dry, start combing it from the bottom and then work up gradually. This detangles the knots and prevents pulling damage, and hair fall.

Boar bristle brushes are suitable for distributing the scalp’s natural oils throughout the hair. Brush your hair before bedtime for better blood circulation to the scalp while sleeping.

 

•  Trim Your Hair Regularly

While it might seem counterintuitive, trimming your hair and regular intervals can help you get rid of split ends and breakage that make your hair look dull, rough, and thin. Trim your hair every six to eight weeks to ensure minimum damage and promote healthy hair growth.

• Ditch Your Cotton Pillowcase

Cotton pillowcases are one of the reasons for messy and tangled hair in the morning. Instead, use satin and silk fabrics as they are soft and cause lesser friction than cotton. These materials prevent split ends and tangled hair. Also, cotton is more porous than silk, and it absorbs moisture from your hair, leaving you with dry strands or flaky scalp. Silk pillowcases ensure your hair moisture is intact and help preserve your hairstyles for a longer time.

• Cut Back On Heat Styling Tools

Overuse of heat styling tools like straighteners and curling wands can damage your hair. These tools reduce the thickness and shine of the hair, making it dull and dry. Hence, cut down on the use of these tools. Instead, twist your wet hair with a towel to curl it without using any heat.

If you cannot avoid heat styling altogether, make sure to use a heat protectant. This product forms a protective barrier on the hair shafts, preventing damage and ensuring a sleek and frizz-free hairstyle.