Healthy, radiant hair is the desire of many people. However, external factors such as the sun, pollution, excessive use of heat tools and chemicals can damage hair, making it dry, brittle and dull.

And you may be wondering: How do I perform a simple and correct hair care routine?

Here you will find information on how to choose the right products for your hair type, how to wash and condition your hair and how to protect it properly.

Here is a guide with the best tips for hair care:

1.- Proper cleaning: Knowing how to choose a shampoo is essential for an effective hair care, there are different types of hair: dry, oily, mixed, normal, curly, straight, etc.. And each one has specific needs.

Look for shampoos that are made with natural ingredients like argan oil, honey, aloe vera, coconut, chili, rosemary and mint. These ingredients promote hair growth, moisturize and nourish from root to tip without adding harmful chemicals.

2.- How to wash and condition hair correctly?

How often you should wash your hair depends on your hair type and your lifestyle. It is recommended to wash your hair 2 to 3 times a week. If you have an oily hair type or are involved in sports that involve a lot of sweating, you can wash your hair more times per week.

Correct way to wash it:

Use warm water, not hot.
Apply the shampoo of your choice suitable for your hair type.
Massage the scalp with the fingertips.
Rinse the shampoo well.

Correct way to condition it:

Apply a conditioner suitable for your hair type.
Start at the ends of the hair up to the middle of the hair without reaching the roots or scalp.
Leave the conditioner on for a few minutes.
Rinse the conditioner well.

3.- How to protect it?

Hair is vulnerable to external damage such as sun, pollution and heat. Try to use hair products with UV sun protection and before using any heat tool apply a heat protectant to protect your hair from these factors.

Hydration is an essential element to keep it healthy, try to drink enough water during the day and use moisturizing products, apply hair oils such as argan or jojoba to keep the ends hydrated and reduce frizz. Another essential element is nutrients to keep it strong, consume vitamins such as biotin, zinc, omega-3 and collagen, they are beneficial.

4.- Care routine to be followed:

Drying and detangling:

Let your hair dry naturally or in the open air if possible, in case your routine involves blow-drying, do it with cold or warm air and at a considered distance from the hair, this way you will avoid damaging it with the heat and remember to use your thermal protector.

Do not comb or detangle your hair when it is wet, as it is more fragile. Use a wide-toothed comb or brush and go gently, starting at the ends and working your way up to the roots.

5.- Professional treatments:

Visiting the salon is another good way to take care of your hair:

Regular trims or trims every month and a half, maximum two can prevent split ends.
A beauty professional can offer you advanced hair treatments such as deep hydration or intensive repairs that you can’t do at home. Or apply a treatment that is more suited to your specific needs, such as a keratin treatment to smooth and strengthen your hair.

Hair care goes beyond routine and treatments, it requires a balanced diet, a healthy lifestyle and the use of the right products are essential to achieve beautiful hair.