Step aside Rapunzel! Not everyone is born with amazing hair. 

Some people are gifted with naturally healthy and beautiful hair but some of us aren’t as lucky. Mother Nature might seem unfair but what can we say, we are all blessed in a different way. And more often than not, we are blind to our blessings. We take them for granted and never really care until it’s too late. 

The point being, if your hair is severely damaged, you can’t always blame the nature. The chances are you haven’t been good to your hair.

Sometimes we don’t realize that we are being brutal to our hair. There are a number of habits that can severely damage your hair and it doesn’t always have to do with the way you style your hair. 

As we always say, it takes a bit of a change in your lifestyle to bring back life to your locks. So, today we will discuss the habit you need to change for good if you want beautiful and healthy hair. 

1.   Using Tools too Hot for Hair

How ironic is the fact that we sell hair irons yet we are always warning you against the dangers of these tools? We consider it our duty to educate people regarding the safe usage of these tools. Whether it’s a curling rod, straightening iron, or just your good old hair dryer, avoid using them on the highest setting. That setting is reserved for those who have extremely thick, and also healthy hair. If your hair is already damaged, excessive heat will only make it worse for you. 

Hot Tip:Use high quality heating tools that feature various heat settings and do not strip moisture off your scalp and hair. 

2.   Not Using Heat Protector 

Now you know you need to keep it low on the heat. But any heat is heat after all, and in the long run it will cause damage. So, if you are skipping on your heat protectant for any reason, you are causing great damage to your hair. Put that iron down and get yourself a good heat protectant before you apply anymore heat. Keep in mind that it is not just the tools; heat from the sun is just as damaging. in fact, going out in the sun can cause more damage as the UV rays work along all the pollutants as well. 

Hot Tip: If you are tired of heat protectants that make your hair feel brassy, dull, and rough, try HSI Professional Heat Protector that contains argan oil. It doesn’t just protect, it nourishes and adds instant shine. So, you can skip the top coat if you want. 

3.   Taking Steaming Hot Showers 

While we are discussing heat, let’s not forget that hot water is just as damaging as hot air that comes out of the blow dryer operating at the highest setting. If you are used to hot showers and bath, gradually get yourself used to the lower temperature. Hot water is good for neither the hair nor the skin. Don’t compromise your beauty for the sake of few minutes of comfort in the shower. 

Hot Tip: If you live in an extremely chilly place or just can’t bear anything colder than steaming hot water, than you can dip your hair in a bath of cold water after you have taken the shower. Cold water will close the cuticles that are otherwise left open and exposed by hot water. 

4.   Being Harsh on Wet Hair  

Now you know how not to damage your hair during shower. Let’s talk about how to keep your hair safe and healthy after the shower. Many people do not realize how vulnerable your hair while it is wet. Any kind of tugging, pulling, rubbing can cause breakage and abrasion. You need to be very gentle with your wet hair. Do not wrap it in a towel. Do not rub it with a towel. Do not brush it while it is wet. Most importantly, do not tie it until fully dry.

Hot Tip: If youcan’t stand dripping wet hair, fight the urge to rub it with a towel by keeping a hair dryer handy in your bathroom. We have many hair dryer that are small, compact, and lightweight. 

5.   Letting It All Build-up

Are you tempted to try the no-poo way of life where you don’t wash your hair too often and let nature take care of it? Let us tell you that your hair and scalp will accumulate a lot more than just oil. From chemicals in your hair care products to pollutants in the environment, all these adversities will cling to your follicles. It is just like suffocating your scalp. If you can’t go without washing your face, how can things be any different for your hair? So, don’t let the buildup form and keep your hair and scalp clean so they can breathe easily.

Hot Tip: Nothing cleansthe stubborn buildup of sebum, chemicals, and pollutants like a good clarifying shampoo. We have a number of varieties that are perfect for your hair. 

6.   Following Bad or Fad Diets 

There is a limit to how much nutrients your hair can absorb from topical products such as oils and mask. The real nutrients for hair come from the food you eat. It is why many people experience severe thinning of hair when they start a crash diet. When you deprive your body, you deprive every part of it, including your hair. So before following any fad diet, consult a nutritionist to see if that diet can cause any severe deficiency. 

Hot Tip:Diet or no diet, add multi-vitamins to your daily routine. Biotin is great for hair repair, health, and growth. 

Finally, Don’t Skip Your Salon Trip 

We have a feeling, we have said it before but we are going to say it again anyways, you can’t expect your hair to be healthy unless you chop off the unhealthy parts. Regular trimming is imperative to your hair health, especially if your hair is prone to split ends. So, invest in good product, great tools, a healthy diet, and a proper hair care routine. 

How healthy are your hair? 

You don’t have to be a dermatologist to gauge the overall health of your hair. Just run a hand through it and you have your answer right there.

Healthy hair tends to be smoother, silkier, shinier, and livelier. You can literally see the life shine through it. It doesn’t break and hair loss is almost negligible. Yes, some women are born with such healthy hair but it takes a lot to maintain that health. Unfortunately, most of us tend to be careless in this regard. 

We aren’t always nice to our hair. We expose it to harsh chemicals, heat, toxins, and pollutants. Even our diet lacks the essential nutrients needed by our hair. It is only after incurring a considerable amount of damage that we realize what we have lost. That is when our quest for healthy hair begins. 

Is it possible to restore your hair’s health after all that damage? 

Luckily, it is. With the right hair care routine and high quality products, you can restore the beauty and glory of your locks. Even if you aren’t born with naturally healthy hair, a good hair care product can change the game. 

At Hair Duty, we support your quest for healthy hair and bring you only the best hair care products from across the world. Every product has its own set of benefits. Today, however, we pick the six favorites that can make your hair healthy and beautiful. 

1.   Silk 18 Natural Hair Conditioner for Dry Damaged

You must be surprised to see that our first product for healthy hair is a conditioner. Remember how we dedicated a whole post to the importance of conditioner. Conditioners close the open cuticles of your hair shaft so that it becomes smoother and silkier. It locks in the essential nutrients and keeps the pollutants away. So, you won’t be able to make your hair visibly healthy without a good conditioner. 

This particular product is free of parabens, perfume, sulfates, or any other harmful ingredient found in an off the shelf product. It contains silk amino acids that rebuild your damaged hair shafts. This means it is not just a conditioner, it is a complete repair treatment. 

2.   Obliphica Professional Seaberry Serum 

Serums should be an essential part of your hair care. They contain more nutrients than oil and have the tendency to absorb deeper into the follicles. This serum by Obliphica nourishes the strands from root to tip. It is specifically designed for fine and weak hair. While it gives you an instant shine and smoothness, it has the power to regenerate hair over time. 

Seaberry serum by Obliphica is non-greasy and doesn’t weigh hair down. It smells great and reduces breakage to a great extent.  

3.   PURA D’OR Gold Label Anti-Thinning Shampoo

Hair thinning is one of the first signs of damaged hair and declining health. Almost every dermatologist will tell you to change your shampoo to prevent further damage and thinning. Since generic shampoos and drugstore brands contain excessive amount of chemical, hair experts will always tell you to go for a chemical-free, sulfate-free product that contains nourishing ingredients. 

One of our highly recommended shampoo that fulfills all these criteria is the PURA D’OR Gold Label shampoo. It contains a blend of 17 different active ingredients such as biotin, argan oil, and niacin. These ingredients work together to stimulate the scalp and strengthen the hair. It is a solution that fortifies your hair from root to tip. It also has anti-oxidants that add to its detoxifying properties. 

4.   Moroccan Oil Treatment Fluid 

Moroccan argan oil is hailed as the Holy Grail of hair care product. It has magical properties that restore damaged hair and add new life and shine to it. This particular product, the Moroccan Oil Treatment fluid takes it to the next level by infusing a unique blend of fatty acids, omega-3 oils and antioxidants. It also contains vitamins that boost shine and nourish your scalp. 

It is a complete root-to-tip treatment that delivers beautiful results within a few days. If you have extremely damaged hair, use this treatment almost every day. It is a super light non-greasy formula that can be used as a leave in conditioner.  

5.   Viviscal Extra Strength Hair Nutrient  

Nutritional deficiencies are the number one culprit behind hair and skin problems. if you diet doesn’t fulfill your body’s requirement, there will be an overall decline and health, and your hair won’t remain unaffected. It is why skin and hair experts will always prescribe some form of multivitamin for hair. 

Since our hair requires certain nutrients such zinc, iron, and biotin, Viviscal Extra Strength Hair Nutrient is specially formulated according to these requirements. Regular intake can do wonder for your hair and skin. 

6.   Olaplex Hair Perfector No. 3 

Who would have guessed a small bottle could make such a huge difference! If you don’t already know it Olpalex is one of the leading hair care brands out there. They have a complete three-step hair repair system now used by many hair experts across the world. 

You can invest in the complete range that includes No.3 Perfector, No. 4 shampoo, and No. 5 conditioner. However, we are going to discuss the MVP i.e. No.3. Hair Perfector. It is a serum that repairs the broken bonds and restores the shine and strength of damaged hair. It contains a patent blend of ingredients that work on a molecular level to heal your hair from within. You can use the whole three step system for your excessively damaged hair. Once the damage is repaired, you can stick to No.3 to protect hair from ongoing damage. 

The Final Word 

These were six of our top favorites but there is a whole range of hair care products that will keep your locks lovely and lively. Whenever you are buying a hair care product, make sure you choose according to your hair type and the specific hair related issues you are dealing with.