A full head of hair has, for a long, been associated with attractiveness in both men and women. It comes as no surprise that maintaining good, healthy hair is such a big topic. There are many products, treatments, and tricks to make your hair healthier and avoid hair loss. Be careful though, there are certain products that may do just the opposite, and damage your hair.

Let’s see some of the most effective ways to keep hair healthy at its best.

Healthy Hair Tips

Prevention is better than cure, especially with hair. The sooner you start taking care of your hair, the healthier it will be in the long run.

So, how to get healthier hair? Here are a few tips.

Wash the hair regularly

Many people are concerned about overwashing their hair, however not washing the hair frequently can lead to a build-up of impurities, hair products, and sweat which can cause the pores on the scalp to become clogged. This will eventually lead to a dry, flaky scalp, and increased hair loss.  Therefore it is important to wash the hair regularly with a good quality shampoo. Fine and medium thickness hair should be washed daily, whereas very thick coarse hair can be washed less frequently no less than 2-3 times a week. 

Avoid the sun

Most people await sunny days with excitement. However, when it comes to hair, it’s best to keep it away from sun rays for the most part. The sun’s UVB and UVA rays can damage the hair strands by making them dry, and brittle, and causing breakage.

Of course, if you want to stay under the sun and get vitamin D, you can opt for wearing a hat or wearing your hair up under a scarf.

Try to avoid heat 

This one is probably a given. Both hair dye and heat have been long known to damage hair, yet they are widely used to this day. It would be best to avoid both at all times. However, if you do want to use heat on your hair, using a heat protection spray should be a must.

Avoid hair dye

It’s best to stay away from hair dyes altogether, as they usually contain chemicals harmful to the hair. Try to avoid using box dye if you want to dye your hair. Instead, visit a hair professional or try semi-permanent colors, as they are known to do less damage.

Choose your hair products carefully

There are many hair products out there, and while some are advertised as healthy, that often isn’t the case. Always check the ingredients on the bottle of a hair product, and if possible, try to avoid the products with the following:

• DMDM hydantoin
• Phthalates
• Parabens
• Imidazolidinyl
• Triethanolamine
• Coal tar dyes
• Sodium lauryl sulfate

Try to look for something with natural plant-based ingredients, which is better for your hair.

Eat well

A well-balanced diet is overall good for your health. The food you eat reflects on your general health, skin, and hair. Eating nutrient-rich foods can make a difference in your hair and make it stronger and less prone to breakage. 

For instance, foods rich in antioxidants will improve your blood circulation and boost your metabolism, which is good for the scalp.

Natural Remedies for Healthy Hair

There are numerous hair masks and shampoos for every kind of hair. However, sometimes the best solution for our hair is far from expensive products. Natural hair remedies have been around for ages, and many of them can help hair appear healthy and prevent future damage. Here are a few to try out.

Natural oils

There are quite a few natural oils that you can use to treat your hair once or twice a week—starting from argan oil, coconut oil, to fish oil. Applying oil to your hair will help restore your naturally occurring scalp oils.

While there are oils you can apply to your hair, fish oil, it’s best taken it orally. You can take omega-3 tablets with fish oil since they help your cells work correctly and boost your immune system. These tablets can also help reduce hair loss and improve overall hair health.

Humidifier

Since the air at home can get pretty dry, especially during cold winter days, using a humidifier in your bedroom while you sleep can be a great step towards healthy hair. Having moisture in the air can help your hair be less dry and therefore have less breakage.

Egg masks

Although there is nothing that can actually repair the damaged hair, you can help prevent additional breakage and make it look healthier. This is where egg masks come in. You can try mixing egg yolks with honey and an oil of your choosing for a cheap, natural, and homemade mask.

IV Vitamin Therapy Effect on Hair

IV vitamin therapy is a treatment used for various reasons where minerals and vitamins are directly injected into your bloodstream. This therapy is used to boost your nutrient levels and help you feel your best.

It is often used to prevent hair shedding and restore vitality to it with the nutrients which your hair needs. However, IV vitamin therapy isn’t used for extreme hair loss. In such cases, it’s best to try non-surgical hair loss treatments or hair transplant surgery.

Keeping your hair healthy can seem hard while surrounded continuously by trends and products that do the opposite. However, that shouldn’t discourage anyone from it. There are many healthy hair tips, natural remedies, and treatments to help you with it. 

However, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. For a personalized opinion, you can book a consultation and get professional help and advice from our expert doctors.

About the Author

Dr Suhail Alam

Dr Alam is devoted to providing high quality, holistic, patient centred care designed to make patients look and feel their best. He has a specialist interest in Hair Restoration Surgery and Regenerative Medicine.

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