Thursday, February 27, 2014

Is Deep Conditioning the Answer to Your Hair Woes?

There are so many types of hair and correspondingly that many hair woes. But the only rule that applies to all kinds of hair and most hair problems is that of deep conditioning. The importance of moisturizing and conditioning your hair cannot be stressed enough, especially if you are looking to grow your tresses to be long and lustrous.

The importance of deep conditioning Afro-American hair

  • To replenish moisture to the hair and scalp after a shampooing that washes away natural oils along with grime and dust.
  • To make your hair soft and shiny by treating your hair cuticles and providing moisture to the hair strands.
  • To avoid frizzy hair that is difficult to manage.
  • To avoid breakage due to tangling of hair that is too dry.
  • For the effective use of natural hair styling products and other styling aids.
  • To nourish hair that has been chemically treated with relaxers and perms.
  • To fortify the hair with proteins that is essential for healthy hair.
  • To aid the proper growth of healthy hair. 
  • To maintain and sometimes restore the elasticity of hair. 

Some basic benefits of deep conditioning

  • Shiny and glossy appearance
  • Combing and brushing without hassle and with minimum breakage
  • Increased softness in the hair texture
  • Reduction in the porosity of the hair
  • More manageable hair

Things to remember about deep conditioning

The kind of conditioner that is most suitable for you depends on the nature and quality of your hair. While volume adding conditioners are used for limp and fly away hair, protein conditioners are required for damaged hair. One of the most important things to keep in mind when buying a good conditioner is to make sure that water is one of the key ingredients of the product. It is the best moisturizer for your hair and is one of the few agents that are easily absorbed by the hair strands. Other effective hydration agents include honey and aloe vera.

Deep conditioners should essentially be very creamy in texture. This adds to the softness of the hair and makes it more manageable. Deep conditioning with warm oils is also one of the most effective options to restore health to your hair. Oils like coconut oil, avocado oil and olive oil are easily absorbed by the hair follicles and promote hair health.

Deep conditioning should be an inseparable part of your hair care routine. Remember to condition your hair each time you wash it and try to include long deep conditioning sessions at least once a week if you are trying to grow your hair. 

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