Styling hair is a lot of work, especially when you are working on not just achieving beautiful-looking hair but also battling with a wide range of hair problems. Unruly hair has, indeed, been a big question mark for most women because it can ruin one’s day and seem impossible to overcome. Don’t fret – most of the time the problem is not in your hair, but rather in finding the right product to address the issue.
Unruly or misbehaved hair can be attributed to a lot of possible causes. Some hair types are naturally difficult to deal with because they resist any styling effort. Meanwhile, there are others that result from over-styling or excessive use of harsh products that stripped away its natural moisture and softness. You want to be able to use the right product to handle these problems or else it will persist after some time.
For tips on shopping for the right product, take note of the following:
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• For naturally thin hair that is characterised by frizz, avoid using conditioners (or at least use plenty of it) because it can weigh your hair down. Instead of lipids that are found in conditioners, this kind of hair needs protein. The more you shampoo, the more the natural protein components found in the hair are diminished. Focus on finding hair care products that are packed with protein so you can facilitate in re-building the natural structure of the hair and strengthen it at the same time.
• For over-processed hair that is frizzy and extremely dry, moisturising products are what you need. Most shampoos, conditioners, masks, and leave-in treatments are packed with moisturising agents. Hence, incorporate them into your daily or weekly hair care regimen to give hair lustre and keep it looking smooth. When hair is sufficiently moisturized from within, it can overcome any external factors such as drizzly weather conditions and high humidity levels.
• Brittle hair with split ends is another common condition that has plagued many. The best products to restore this condition are those that contain wheat, silk and soy protein. They strengthen the hair structure and coats the external layer with a protective film. The end result, therefore, makes for supple and smooth hair. Other products recommended for thin and brittle hair include ginseng root extracts, bamboo silica, and those that come with ionic polymer shield.
• Thick hair that is unruly is easier to deal with than most think. Like most of the other hair problems, you want to work on enhancing the structure of the hair first. Invest in products that contain plant oils such as apricot kernel, almond, marula, argan, olive, and sesame oil. These are good sources of unsaturated fatty acids that moisturise and keep hair well behaved without making it feeling greasy.
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