You want long, luxurious locks that resemble the hair of shampoo commercial models. Some aspects of your hair--the tight curls you were born with, for example--are determined by what was passed down to you. However, you can make the most of your hair by treating it well.
Start Fresh
Start with a clean slate by cutting off damaged hair. Split ends won't permanently go away, even with the most expensive, high-quality hair treatment. They need to be trimmed off so that the healthy hair closer to your roots can flourish. If your hair stylist determines that a good amount of your hair is unhealthy, let him cut off every bit of it. Don't attempt to grow it out or else you will just end up with lots of damaged hair. Vow to take proper care of your hair as it grows back out.
Eat Well and Exercise
Just as lack of diet and exercise can contribute to an unhealthy looking body, poor lifestyle choices can also negatively affect the way your hair looks. Nutrients, such as protein, iron, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids are like building blocks for healthy hair growth. Some foods are excellent for your hair. For example, Good Housekeeping online recommends eating salmon regularly. Salmon will imbue your body with a good portion of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, zinc and iron. Pair your hair-healthy diet with plenty of exercise to encourage lots of blood circulation to your scalp. Don't forget to drink water throughout the day and during exercise. It is an essential overlooked component in the process of keeping your hair moisturized.
Treat it Right
All of your attempts to have healthy hair may be in vain if you overburden your tresses with too much styling. Some big "no-nos" in the realm of hair care are overcoloring, using too many heat styling tools, too much washing, using the wrong hair products and improper brushing. If you dye your hair every month, swim in a chlorinated pool every day, wash your dry-scalp prone head twice a day, brush your hair while it's wet, blow dry your hair on high heat, then straighten it every day with an iron, chances are your hair won't look its best. The rule of thumb should be: the less you bother your hair, the better. Talk to your stylist for tips on caring for your hair in conjunction with your current lifestyle.
Get Maintenance Trims
Hair inevitably grows weaker and more susceptible to damage as it ages. Because the ends of your hair are the oldest on your head, having a head full of long hair means that more of your hair is aged and susceptible to damage. So, although may seem counter-intuitive to keep cutting off some of your hair as it grows, it does make sense to continue trimming off the weak and dead ends. Long Locks online recommends getting a full trim every three to four months. It also recommends buying a pair of high-quality salon scissors for minor weekly maintenance.
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