We've all been stricken with a bad hair day now and then, but if you're regularly waking up with unruly tresses, it could be a signal that you need to reevaluate your hair care routine. Here are three common hair care mistakes you might be making:
1) Washing too often.
Unless your hair is excessively oily, you probably don't need to wash your hair every day. Doing so strips your hair of its natural oils, making tresses lifeless and more prone to breakage. To keep your hair looking fresh between washes, consider using a dry shampoo, or simply rinse your hair with cool water only while showering.
2) Applying conditioner only on the ends of your hair.
You've likely heard that conditioner should only be applied to the bottom half of your locks, especially if you have fine, limp hair. However, no matter your hair type, your whole head of hair should receive regular conditioning to prevent breakage and tangles. Use a light conditioner if you're concerned about volume, and be sure to rinse thoroughly. To prevent product build-up, suds up with clarifying shampoo every so often.
3) Misusing heat styling tools.
If you regularly style your hair using dryers, flat irons, curling irons, or other heat styling tools, be sure to first apply a product intended to prevent damage caused by heat. Allow your hair to air dry at least part of the way before taking a blowdryer to your tresses. Also, be sure that your hair is completely dry before attempting to use any heat styling tools.
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