Healthy Hair - Shampoo ,Conditioner ,Wash.

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Apart from proper nutrition our hair requires proper maintenance and cleanliness. The best way to clean our hair clean is with the help of shampoo and conditioner .

 While choosing shampoos avoid those which promise too much. Do not go for complicated formula. These kinds of shampoos are usually expensive Stick to those which are simple and the promises are logical. Those shampoos are the best which only assures to clean and wash the dirt from your hair.

Conditioner is the next step after shampooing. The shampoo usually makes the hair clean, dry and dull. The application of conditioner softens the hair and makes it smooth. It is recommended to use mild shampoo. Avoid washing too much. Wash your hair at least twice or thrice a week, not more than that. The conditioner is applied to keep the hair smooth and shiny .Therefore do not apply them in the scalp. Many of us have the wrong concept that conditioner like shampoo has to be applied in the scalp. Neither excessive conditioner is good for hair. It has been found out that too much application of conditioner results in the lifting of the cuticle layer of the hair, thus making it brittle .In recent times some beauty product companies have launched shampoos which promises to thicken our hair. The truth is that on every application the special ingredients of the shampoo helps in coating each of our hair with a protein coat thus giving it a thicker look. These are of good quality and are beneficial for our hair. Whenever you buy shampoo, do check the label of the conditioner and shampoo. It is essential to check the ingredients of the product. Always avoid those shampoos and conditioners containing lactic acid, urea or lecithin.  

The next is washing the hair. This step involves the magic of your ten fingers and their tips. It is our hair type which will help in determining the cleaning routine .Some of our hair will require regular shampoo where as for some it will be alternate day routine. The water that will be used for cleaning the hair should not be either too hot or too cold. The water should be of room temperature. The cleansing method should involve gentle scrubbing of the scalp with the help of fingertips. While washing the hair make sure to remove all the soap and lather from the hair.

 While washing the hair it is important to lean over the basin or while bathing. This posture helps in proper circulation of blood around our hair root and scalp. While you shampoo it is important that you follow the scientific method. Shampoo your hair by gentle massage with the help of your finger tip. The massage should begin at the nape. You can use the pad of the finger tips while massaging. However it is essential to cut the nails prior massaging. The massaging should not be done by hand but fingertips alone. This process should continue for the next two to three minutes

 

The next step is to exert pressure as our hand moves towards the hairline. While massaging the hair also press the temple and ear with the help of your thumb. The massage has to be done slowly. Massaging helps in the secretion of oil from the hair follicle which provides nutrition,protection and smoothness to our hair.Massaging also  enhances blood circulation in our scalp.It is advisable to take sufficient time while you massage the scalp. This will not only help you to relax but will also refreshing. Once you have finish shampooing, rinse the hair and pat it dry with the help of towel instead of rubbing it.