subject: About Hair Conditioning [print this page] Conditioning plays a significant role in maintaining the vitality, strength and shine of hair. It can protect the hair, as well as make it smooth and easier to manage.
Conditioning is a method of giving the hair nourishment so that the hair follicles are given nourishment from the bloodstream. One of the main functions of the conditioner is to make the scales of the cuticle soft; as a result, hair looks smooth and shiny. It also helps to restore the electrical balance thus hair becomes easier to comb and style.
Now conditioning forms a very important part of your hair care routine. In the following lines, there are listed several hair conditioning tips, just for you.
Application of the conditioner
First shampoo your hair thoroughly. Rinse well to take away all the traces of the shampoo. To remove the excess water, squeeze out your hair softly. Then take out the tangles, with the help of a wide-toothed comb or your fingers.
Take a small amount of conditioner on your palm and rub the palms together. With your fingers, gently apply the conditioner on your hair by moving from the forehead to the end. For a few minutes, let the conditioner sit on your hair. To let the conditioner spread well, gently massage your hair. Finally with warm water, rinse off the conditioner squeeze out the excess water from your hair. Then wrap a towel around your head.
Additional Tips
For those with damaged hair, protein-rich conditioners are ideal. Moisturizing or intensive-care conditioners work best on dry hair. Conditioners with conditioning oils and moisturizers are also best for those with dry hair. In case your hair is fine, make sure to use conditioners that are labeled acidifiers. If you have oily hair it is advisable to apply conditioner only on the ends.
If you make use of straightening irons, blow dryers, or curling irons too much, opt for conditioners labeled as thermal protectors.
For hair prone to breakage or hair thinning, reconstructing conditioners are considered as best. Try using conditioner labeled as glossers, if you are suffering from the problem of frizzy hair.
