Tried and Tested Ways to Make Your Hair Stronger

Afro-American women genetically have very delicate hair that tends to break very easily. Any hair care regime for such hair should include hair-strengthening measures to increase the elasticity of the hair, leading to a reduction in breakage.

Proven ways to make your hair stronger

• Water intake – Water and water-based drinks have a mineral called orthosilicic acid (a form of silicon) that is very important for the health of your hair. Found in almost all kinds of human tissues, studies have shown that its intake can positively impact the hair’s strength and elasticity. While there are supplements for the same available in the market, just increasing your water intake can give you promising results. 
  
  
  
  
• Proteins – Hair is primarily made up of proteins and treating your hair with external proteins in small quantities can be helpful in strengthening weak and damaged hair. Damaged hair is basically hair that has a weak protein structure and is unable to tolerate stress of any kind. Going for protein treatments and using natural hair conditioners that have proteins or amino acids can be helpful. These elements can externally repair pores and cracks that have developed on the hair by binding them briefly. Proteins also help the hair and scalp in retaining their natural moisture.
  
  
  
  
• Humectants – This works best for hair that has not been chemically treated. Humectants like glycerin, aloe vera and honey help in the retention of water in the hair, increasing its elasticity and flexibility. Strong hair can stretch without breaking. You can use these humectants while detangling your hair, or you can even consider applying leave in conditioning products with these ingredients. 
  
  
  
  
• Protect from sun – Ultra Violet radiations from the sun are known to cause damage to the hair. UV rays damage the hair by breaking or weakening the protein structure that makes up the hair. Make sure that you cover your hair with a hat, cap or a scarf if you are going to be spending a lot of time in the sunshine.

Simple measures and small steps can go a long way in keeping your hair healthy and strong. The above-mentioned ways to make your precious hair stronger can easily be adopted in any hair care regime. All that one needs to do is to buy the right products and do some preventive work.