Consider the time you would need for the aftercare when you are settling down for a hairstyle. Hair aftercare is one reason why short hairstyles are much popular. Short hairstyles are easy to maintain and quick to style. If you have got a short hairstyle, here are a few tips for your hair care routine.
1. Trim your hair
If you have recently styled your hair short, there is one thing which you shouldn’t forget, that is short hairstyles generally grow out of shape pretty quickly. To curb this and in order to enjoy this haircut for a longer time, you need to trim your hair regularly. You need to repeat this activity once in three weeks or a month.
2. Problem of split ends
Split ends is one problem which gets very easily developed. The only cure for split ends is trimming them off. Make sure that you are using little or no chemicals.
3. Massaging your hair
Massaging your hair once a week is necessary. You need to massage your scalp using oil. You can choose to use warm oil and apply it on your scalp. Post completing the massage you need to tie a towel dipped in hot water. You need to keep the towel tied for 20 minutes. After this you need to wash your hair, in the end apply lime juice as the last rinse.
4. Use natural products
Shampoos which contain low Ph and medicinal properties are recommended. You can use a mild shampoo or it is even better if you use ‘Shikekai’. It nourishes the hair thoroughly and eliminates dandruff.
5. Use of appropriate brush or comb
Combing vigorously can lead to hair loss especially if your hair is wet, so make sure that you are not combing your hair when it is wet allow it dry naturally. Use of wide tooth wooden comb is recommended. A right kind of comb or brush is extremely important to maintain the beauty aspect of your short hair.
6. Use tools like rollers only with proper protection
Hair straightening is done to style your hair better. Similarly, other products like hot rollers are also used. Usage of such tools can damage your hair if necessary kind of protection is not used.
7. Over washing leads to dullness
While washing your hair make sure that you do not overdo it as usage of excessive shampoo can lead to a loss of natural moisturizing oil already present in the scalp. This can lead to loss of shine from your hair.
8. Wear a swim cap
Swim cap is an absolute must whenever you go for a swim. If you travel daily, make sure that there is apt protection for your hair as over exposure to the sun can spoil your hair.
9. Eat right
Drinking of 8-10 glasses of water is recommended. In your regular diet, do not forget to add a lot of fruits. Eating seasonal fruits is highly recommended. Green leafy vegetables and pulses are a rich source of minerals and proteins; you should add them in your diet.
10. Anti frizz serums
Anti frizz serums is a solution recommended to control the problem of curly locks and frizzy hair. If these products are used regularly and correctly they create a shiny effect.
