Soft hair is more manageable, shinier, and can make the most of your hairstyle, whether your hair is coarse and straight, dry and curly or significantly damaged. Chemical treatments, hair type, or styling damage can all make hair coarse or brittle. While split ends or other severe damage cannot be healed, smart hair care routines and gentle styling can help your hair look its best.
Step 1
Change your usual washing routine. Wash your hair less often and switch to a shampoo and daily conditioner formulated for dry hair. Choose a conditioner that contains emollients, proteins and moisturizers. You may even find that your hair does better if you replace shampoo with a light sulfate and silicone-free conditioner, suggests the website NaturallyCurly.com. Rinse hair with cool water to add softness and shine.
Step 2
Opt for gentle styling techniques and products. Healthy hair is softer hair, so brush gently and allow your hair to air dry whenever possible. Look for alcohol-free styling products, as alcohol may be drying and cause your hair to become brittle. Styling balms may allow control while keeping the hair soft, recommends "Ladies Home Journal" magazine.
Step 3
Use hot oil treatments to soften your hair. Work olive oil through your hair, then wrap well in plastic wrap. Leave the oil on your hair for at least 15 to 20 minutes, then wash out. Depending upon your hair, you may find it helpful to do oil treatments monthly, weekly or even twice a week.
Step 4
Try using mayonnaise as a hair treatment. Mayonnaise may be used alone, or mixed with eggs, avocado, or other nourishing ingredients. Work the mayonnaise into your hair, then wrap well in plastic wrap. Leave in place for 15 to 30 minutes, then wash out. You may need to wash twice to avoid smelling a bit like salad dressing.
Step 5
Include styling products that add shine and softness in your hair care routine, suggests "Ladies Home Journal." Silicone-based shine serums and sprays temporarily smooth the hair cuticle, but may weigh down curl. You can also opt to rub a bit of hand lotion, coconut oil or shea butter through your dry hair to make it softer and more manageable.
Things You'll Need
- Light daily conditioner
- Heavy daily conditioner
- Coconut oil or olive oil
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