Remember when you were a kid and you could do anything that you wanted to your hair without ever causing any damage? Chlorine pools, low-end hair products, mom's angry hair brushing! Well..those days are over.
From sun rays to hair dye, the damage is happening to our hair all the time. But how do we get back to our perfect childhood hair?
Trying to keep and maintain luscious clarified hair costs Americans over $55,000 on average in their lifetime. That's a lot of dough! But hair care doesn't need to cost you an arm and a leg. With these helpful hints, we are going to keep that money in your wallet and have your clarified hair silkier, shinier, and more healthy than ever.
7 Tips For Gorgeous and Clarified hair
Let's take a look at some of the best budget-friendly hair care tips that are good for your clarified hair and good for your wallet.
1. Pop Those Vitamins
It is no secret that your health plays a vital role in hair quality. With the busy schedule that most of us lead nowadays, it is difficult to always get the nutrition our bodies need. Vitamins can help!
Certain vitamin deficiencies can cause hair abnormalities. A simple inexpensive daily multivitamin can help to keep your hair strong and healthy. Let's take a look at the vitamins and nutrients you need!
- Vitamin A: All cells need vitamin A for growth, without it, you could face many health issues including hair loss.
- B-Vitamins: One of the most popular vitamins for your hair is the B vitamin biotin. Studies have found that without the B vitamin biotin, people may lose their hair. Other B vitamins facilitate the creation of red blood cells that carry oxygen and nutrients through the body including the scalp.
- Vitamin C: Vitamin C plays a key role in fighting free radicals that can lead to cell damage. It is also one of the necessary building blocks for iron absorption another nutrient needed for hair growth.
- Vitamin D: This is an essential nutrient for your body. Low levels of this vitamin have been linked to hair loss. Vitamin D helps in the creation of new follicles keeping the hair thicker and stronger.
- Zinc: This mineral works by strengthening the follicles under your scalp. Low zinc levels are a cause of hair loss in many people.
2. Try Household Items
Sometimes you don't even need to leave the comfort of your own home to get gorgeous locks. These staple items in most houses, so you won't have to break the bank.
- Baking soda and vinegar: This natural clarifying hair rinse might not smell the greatest, but you will love the results. Start by washing your hair with baking soda and following with a rinse of apple cider vinegar. This helps to restore the natural PH of your hair.
- Mayo: We know what you are thinking...YUCK! But when you think about what mayonnaise is, it starts to make sense. Mayo is made with eggs that are full of amino acids, and vitamins including the ones you need for healthy hair growth. So after washing your hair try wearing a mayo-mask for 30 minutes and then rinsing for silky clarified hair.
- Olive oil: Olive oil has long been a leader in the health world. Try rubbing it on to your ends to eliminate dry breakage areas.
- Avocado: Avocado not only tastes great it is good for you and your hair! This fruit is full of biotin and nourishing oils.
3. Switch up your Pillowcase
Cotton pillowcases can absorb oil and can damage the hair cuticle. Try switching from your standard scratchy pillowcase to a satin pillowcase for gorgeous hair.
A silk pillowcase has less friction between the hair and the pillowcase. Friction causes frizz which is a nightmare to control.
When choosing a silk pillowcase keep in mind that not all silk is crazy-expensive. In the long run, the benefits of the pillowcase will outweigh the initial cost. You will spend less on hair treatments from damage that cotton pillowcases cause. Find a pillowcase in your budget and sleep like a queen!
4. Consider a Clarifying Shampoo
Just like all hair types are different, so are shampoos! No one shampoo is right for every type of hair.
One thing that is true though, everyone gets build up. When that happens it is time for a clarifying shampoo.
Clarifying shampoos are deep cleansers that use chelating agents to rid the hair of excess oils and product build-up. They are different than daily shampoos as they are much stronger and should be used carefully.
You should not use a clarifying shampoo directly after coloring your hair as it could strip the new color out.
If you are doing things like working in conditions where you sweat a lot, heat styling, or using products excessively, you may notice that your hair has become lifeless or dull and you require clarified hair.
Using a clarifying shampoo now and again will bring life back into your newly clarified hair without the high cost of a salon visit.
5. Skip the Daily Hair Wash
This pro-tip will help you on all fronts, hair-health, and savings! You will be saving water and shampoo and conditioner by not washing your hair every single day. You will also have your hair thanking you for not over-washing it anymore.
Hair naturally produces sebum a natural oil, and shampoo traps dirt and oil which can leave your hair dry and damaged if you are washing too frequently. The term squeaky clean is not always a good thing in terms of hair. Excessive washing will strip your hair's natural moisture barrier resulting in split ends, dryness, and breakage.
Switch to an every other day wash at first to adjust your routine. After that, you will be able to see the results and decide that amount of days you can go without a full wash.
If you are feeling like you need a little pick me up between washes consider using a dry shampoo to absorb excess oils and leave you feeling like you just washed your hair.
6. Drink More Water
You are probably sick and tired of hearing this, but DRINK MORE WATER! You should on average be drinking 8 glasses of water per day with each glass being 8 ounces. It is as simple as turning on the tap and taking a drink! Again no leaving the house required.
Hydration plays a vital role in the health of your hair and scalp. A flaking scalp is not always standard dandruff, it could also be a sign of dry skin due to dehydration.
Dehydration also causes fatigue. When you are tired or fatigued you are less likely to take care of your hygiene including your hair care.
Try infusing your water with fruit juices like guava or kiwi which are loaded full of antioxidants and vitamins that your hair needs to stay healthy and strong.
7. Style Your Hair Naturally
From blow dryers to curling irons, these hot styling tools all stress your clarified hair. Not to mention they use electricity!
The effects of heat styling on your hair can lead to lasting damage to your locks that could take years to correct without costly hair salon treatments. So get ahead of the hair damage before it is too late.
Instead of blow-drying, try letting your hair do its thing naturally. Using a few products like a leave-in conditioner or anti-frizz serum in your hair and let your hair air-dry into its natural state.
Try braiding your hair before it dries completely for natural waves. If you MUST use hot tools to style your hair always remember to use a heat protector on your clarified hair to avoid lasting damage.
Let's Start Today for Clarified Hair
With these easy to follow tips, you will be able to get and maintain beautiful clarified hair for years to come on a frugal budget. Don't be afraid to be natural and be you! Find the style that makes you and your clarified hair shine from top hair salons or when you DIY.
