Not every one of us is lucky enough to wear a tiara on top of her head at all times. But we do have our very own crowning glory and we call it — hair! This plays a very important role on our appearances. More often than not, our locks could either make or break our look. So grab your comb, shampoo, conditioner and read on. The next words will tell you how to take care of your mane well through washing, shampooing, conditioning and even drying, the right way!
Comb and Drench
Untangle your hair using a wide-tooth comb or your fingers before heading into the shower. This removes or loosens grime and dirt and reduces the risk for breakage since your locks are not as weak when they are dry. After you have rid your glorious mane of those unsightly twists and knots, step into the shower and soak it completely, using warm water. Make sure that you won’t leave any dry spot behind or you might end up having a hard time shampooing!
Apply and Massage
Once your tresses are completely drenched with warm water, place a dollop or about one inch in diameter of shampoo on your palm. Rub your hands together, and then gently apply and distribute evenly all over your hair, all the while concentrating on the roots. After this, gently massage your scalp with the pads of your fingers and work the product into a lather. Do not pile your long mane on top of your head because this will only prevent the shampoo from reaching your scalp.
Wash and Condition
After massaging your head, rinse shampoo off with generous quantities of warm water. It is essential that you rid your hair of the entire product because its residue could weigh down your locks and make it look dull and lifeless. Once the product is completely gone, give your mane a couple of good squeezes to rid it of excess water. Next, place a spoonful of conditioner onto your palm and spread product onto the surface of your tresses. When applying conditioner, you must concentrate on the ends, not on the roots. The root is new and healthy and therefore does not need conditioning. The ends, on the other hand are older and possibly damaged. Putting on conditioner on the roots could possibly make your crowning glory look dull and greasy.
Rinse and Blot
Let the conditioner do its work by leaving it on the hair alone for about a minute or two before rinsing it completely. For that added shine, blast it with a stream of cold water. This seals the cuticles and gives your locks extra luster it needs. When you’re done washing, blot dry with an absorbent towel. Don’t rub your tresses as this could cause damage. Wrap your absorbent towel on your head like a turban instead. This is not only effective in drying your tresses, it also prevents breakage.