How to nourish your hair: 5 super effective moves!
Dull, dry and brittle hair are the result of several factors. In fact, our hair has to face numerous "enemies" every day, depending on the season and according to our rhythm of life. In winter you have to deal with smog, humidity, cold and thermal shock due to closed environments, as well as the use of wool hats that can irritate the skin and make it greasy. In summer, however, the hair is damaged by sweat and scorching sun. For all these reasons, they often appear dull, dehydrated, and we would like to find the best way to feed and strengthen them.
To do this, we do not need complex artificial treatments, but we can obtain an excellent result with daily precautions and products of natural origin. By following these 5 steps, taking care of your hair will never have seemed so easy!
1. Smart washing
One "habit that is not paid enough attention to is washing. Washing your hair, in fact, requires some specific care which is fundamental for its nutrition and appearance. First of all, try not to wash it too frequently because, instead of strengthening the hair, you risk to weaken it and dehydrate it, weakening it. In addition, when you wash your hair, start with the shampoo and initially concentrate on the skin, where dirt and sebum tend to deposit more. Gently massage the whole head, including the nape, without rubbing with No need for two washes or a large dose of product: a modest amount is sufficient depending on the volume and length of the hair.
Finally, take care of the conditioner, applying it only on the lengths. Pour the product on the palm of your hand and spread it avoiding the root area, as the scalp produces enough oils to nourish them. Leave it on for a few minutes and untangle your hair with a wide-toothed wooden comb so it doesn't get torn out. Rinse off the conditioner carefully, removing all traces of it from your hair. Any residue can make your hair appear heavy and greasy.
2. Pay attention to the choice of products!
Just like washing, opting for the right products also plays an essential role in hair nutrition. If you see that your hair is dull and brittle, then your best bet is to use one of the shampoo and conditioner combinations from Garnier's Fructis Hair Food range. With its nutrient-rich formulas, this line is capable of nourishing, repairing, smoothing or moisturizing the most damaged and in need of care. All this without giving up a natural method: in fact, each Fructis Hair Food product boasts 98% of ingredients of natural origin and is silicone-free, for a natural touch to the hair. To obtain an optimal effect, it is good to use the combined action of the shampoo, which with its delicate foam cleanses and nourishes the hair without weighing it down, and the conditioner, which nourishes, detangles immediately and allows a quick rinse.
The Fructis Hair Food line is distinguished according to the type of hair to nourish your hair in the best way:
- Nourishing banana for dry hair: it is ideal for those with dehydrated hair, thanks to the nourishing properties of the fruit. With the combination of shampoo and conditioner, the hair will be immediately more nourished by 52%, without being weighed down.
- Moisturizing aloe for normal hair: thanks to its moisturizing and nourishing properties, the Hair Food Aloe Vera variant makes hair 4 times brighter, giving it a boost of softness and a fresh and floral fragrance.
- Papaya repairing for damaged hair: this Papaya-based formula nourishes, repairs and revitalizes the hair, which will be radiant and healthy-looking, with 99% less broken hair.
- Smoothing macadamia for frizzy and rebellious hair: Macadamia oil is known for its exceptional nourishing virtues. It offers softness and hydration to even the most unruly hair, which will appear smoother without being weighed down, with an anti-frizz effect for up to 24 hours .
The vegan * and 98% natural origin formula of the Fructis Hair Food line is excellent, without any compromise in terms of effectiveness. The hair is nourished with the best ingredients in full respect of the environment, which has always been one of Garnier's objectives. For years, in fact, the company has been committed to a world without animal testing and today more than ever, it embraces the cause. against the waste of plastic, trying to reduce the consumption of the planet's resources: the packages are entirely recyclable and made of 50% recycled plastic.
* Vegan formula: without ingredients or derivatives of animal origin.
3. A do-it-yourself wrap
In addition to using the best products, such as those of the Fructis Hair Food line by Garnier, once or twice a month it is a good habit to make a natural pack to nourish the hair. There are many DIY recipes, suitable for being prepared at home. in a few simple steps. One of the most effective is that with linseed oil, rich in fatty acids that moisturize the hair and help maintain elasticity and resistance. To make this pack, you only need the oil, available in a specialized shop, but if you want you can also add an egg yolk, to increase its effectiveness. Moisten the hair and apply the ointment only on the lengths, avoiding roots and cute, because it could weigh them down. Just keep it in place for half an hour, wrapping your hair in a film. At the end, wash and rinse your hair carefully.
We know that in the hectic everyday life it is not always easy to have the necessary natural packs at home. In this case, you can resort to Fructis Hair Food masks, without silicones and of 98% natural origin. It will be sufficient to apply one right amount of product on the lengths, wrap them in transparent paper for a couple of hours and rinse. In addition, this treatment can also be performed without rinsing. Guaranteed nutrition in full respect of your hair and the environment!
4. Watch out for drying
One rule you should always observe is how to dry your hair. In fact, it is not only external agents that make the hair brittle and dull, but also an incorrect way of drying it. First, once you have finished washing, do not scrub and wring your hair too hard in a towel. Rather, dab them gently, taking care to remove all excess water. Then move on to drying: avoid using the hair dryer at too high temperatures, preferring, instead, low or lukewarm ones. Always keep the right distance between the hot jet and the hair, equal to 10 centimeters. By doing this, you won't run the risk of overdrying the lengths and giving them a dull, dull look. Finally, unless they are not necessary for a particular hairstyle, dry the hair naturally upside down or with the diffuser for curly ones, without resorting to straighteners or curling irons.
5. "We are what we eat"
Feuerbach already said: "we are what we eat". Thus, even some foods can be allies to nourish your hair and have a healthy and soft-looking hair. Among the foods rich in nutritional properties, there are those rich in Omega 3, such as dried fruit, salmon and legumes, or eggs, which strengthen the skin and make the hair healthier and more resistant. Obviously there is no shortage of vegetables, such as carrots and peppers, or fruit, such as oranges, tangerines and tomatoes.
In general, a correct lifestyle will immediately show results on the appearance of the hair. In addition to a healthy diet, smoking exemption also has a major impact. In fact, smoking cigarettes has been shown to weaken and dry hair, anticipating and promoting hair loss.
