Dermatologist Tips for Healthy Hair
1. Learn your hair type
Whether you have curly, straight, coarse, fine, or another type of hair, there are products and routines that will work for you. Choose hair care products that say they're made for your hair type.
2. Wash your hair based on how often it gets dirty or oily
If you have straight hair and an oily scalp, you may want to shampoo every day.
If your hair is dry, textured, curly, or thick, shampoo when needed — at least once every 2 to 3 weeks as needed.
If you see flakes in your hair, common reasons could be not shampooing frequently enough, or not using the right conditioner, oil, or scalp moisturizer for your hair type.
3. Apply shampoo to your scalp
When washing, focus the shampoo primarily on your scalp instead of the entire length of your hair. This way, you cleanse and wash away built-up products, dead skin, and excess oil, but avoid drying your hair too much.
4. Use conditioner after washing your hair
Conditioner moisturizes and detangles your hair, making it easier to manage.
Fine or straight hair: Apply conditioner to the ends of your hair.
Dry or curly hair: Apply conditioner to the entire length of your hair.
5. Be gentle with your hair
Hair is delicate when it's wet, so use a wide-tooth comb instead of a brush to detangle wet hair.
Thick, curly hair: The best time to comb is in the shower before rinsing out your conditioner.
Straight hair: Let your hair dry a bit before combing. Slowly comb the ends of your hair first then keep combing higher to detangle your hair with minimal damage.
Wrap your hair with a towel or t-shirt to gently absorb the moisture, as roughly rubbing your hair dry can cause damage.
6. Protect your hair from heat
No matter your hair type, excessive heat can cause damage. Limit blow drying and use of tools like flat or curling irons. Use low or medium heat settings and a product to protect your hair from the heat.
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