Colourful dresses, flawless makeup, innovative hair styles, lots of food and decoration, and parties everywhere, yes, the festive season is upon us. With a series of parties lined up, work, taking care of the house, and festive preparations one often gets tired and will not be able to look their best even with the best of clothes. Though most women line up to sort their skincare out and ensure they has flawless skin flaunted on these occasions, they miss out on the most essential part of the look – the hair. Dr Mythri Chagarla, Dermatologist, Kosmoderma Healthcare suggests some must-follow hair care tips this festive season.
Hair is quite distinctive and there is no one-size-fits-all approach here. Depending on the texture, specific hair type, a tailored approach is necessary for nurturing a vibrant and healthy mane. There are many different types of hair, mainly:
Straight Hair: Straight hair possesses a sleek quality and tends to get oily at the roots. Utilize a clarifying shampoo, condition solely on the ends to prevent hair from becoming heavy. Regular trims can also help.
Wavy Hair: Wavy hair strikes a balance between straight and curly, often boasting natural volume. opt for a sulphate-free shampoo to preserve the natural texture of waves. Enhance your waves by using a curl-defining product and either air-dry or employ a diffuser to prevent frizz.
Curly Hair: Curly hair is susceptible to dryness and frizz and requires extra moisture. Employ a hydrating shampoo and conditioner to combat dryness. Use a leave-in conditioner to keep your hair moisturised. Instead of frequent shampooing, consider co-washing (using conditioner only) in between washes.
Fine Hair: Fine hair tends to lack volume and can be easily weighed down. Opt for a shampoo and conditioner that adds volume. Avoid heavy products and choose lightweight, like a mousse. For added volume, blow-dry using a round brush.
Thick Hair: Thick hair is dense and can be challenging to manage. Employ a smoothing shampoo and conditioner to tame frizz. Apply a hair serum to control flyaway’s.
Colour-treated hair: This is prone to fading and dryness. Use a colour-safe shampoo and conditioner. Minimize heat styling to prevent colour damage, and consider using a colour-protecting hair mask regularly.
The 5 most important things to keep in mind for any kind of hair are:
Stay hydrated always: Water works wonders for the skin as well as the hair. It energises the hair, makes roots stronger and bring back the bouncy lustre to the hair.
Healthy and Balanced Diet: Have diet rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, iron, vitamins, and minerals. Have fruits, vegetables, spinach, eggs, walnuts and more.
Say no to harsh chemical-based hair-dyes: Be aware of the ingredients that go into your hair dye and educate yourself about the harmful effects of ammonia and its by-products like Ethanolamine, Dietanolamine and Triethanolamine, the sulphates, parabens and prethalates etc that go into these products.
Get a Scalp Analysis: Begin with a thorough scalp analysis before the season starts. This step will identify any underlying issues like dandruff, dryness, or excess oil production which can receive in-time treatment without getting embarrassed during the festive season.
Hair Restoration and regular follow up: If you are dealing with hair loss or thinning, non-surgical hair restoration solutions such as PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy or low-level laser therapy or GFc or Exosomes or regenra etc., can be done.
With the above tips, regular follow-up with your hair care expert and a healthy routine to maintain your hair, you will be ready to slay every new festive hair trend in town and pose all the more for the gram!