You see your reflection in the mirror, and what do you do? If you’re like a lot of men, you automatically reach for your hair. It’s a common trait that men share, surprising as that may be. Most men want their hair to remain as neat and fresh as it was in the morning.
However, before you smile and maybe pat yourself on the back, consider this. There are many things that men unintentionally incorporate in their hair care routine harm their hair and make their scalp greasy. Touching your hair is one of them.
Here are some others:
Using a Lot of Hair Conditioner– Hair conditioners are there to keep your hair moisturised after a wash. While shampoos take the moisture away from your hair and scalp, conditioners put them back. They can also make your hair and scalp oily when used in excess. That said, make sure you use just two to three drops of hair conditioner, then make sure to rinse it away completely. This will give the needed moisture to your hair without making it greasy.
Showering in Hot Water– Make sure you don’t wash your hair under a hot shower. There is no denying the fact that hot showers are a much-needed thing to start or end the day in a relaxing manner. However, hot water takes away all the moisture from your scalp, making it dry like a desert. The dryness causes damage to your roots. To try to repair the damage to the roots, your scalp will produce more oil. Always use lukewarm water when washing your hair.
Shampooing Your Hair Daily- Shampooing your hair daily as the same effect on your hair and scalp as hot water. If you shampoo your hair daily, your hair will be extremely dry. This induces the skin glands to produce more oil than usual.
Using Dirty or Oily Hair Brushes- Keep your hair brushes and combs clean by washing them daily. Dirty combs and brushes are often home to dirt and oil. When you use these on your hair, your hair is bound to get dirty and oily too.
Taking good care of your hair does more than make you look good now. It can also help you preserve the volume and thickness of your hair for a while longer, which makes you look younger. You know you love your hair. Keep it healthy and free from damaging using the tips you just learned.