Ah, hair. An often-overlooked aspect of our beauty routines because we tend to pay less attention to the harmful ingredients found in hair care. For a long time, I treated haircare as separate from my skincare. I have now come to realize how closely related the two are. In fact, both hair and skin share a protein called keratin.
The way you nourish your skin will affect your hair health, and the products you use on your hair will definitely affect your entire body’s skin health.
For example, I used to buy drugstore hair products like shampoo, conditioner, hairspray, oils, and gels. As I got older, I began noticing acne appear on various parts of my body, and especially my back. I immediately assumed it was an internal imbalance or problem, but when I switched to non-toxic haircare products, the acne on my body disappeared!
If your skincare routine features non-toxic products and you’re still using toxic haircare, then your skincare is still toxic.
Click here for a quick list of cosmetic ingredients to avoid.
I have also listed quick links to my favorite haircare brands in the Beauty section of my website to make it even easier for you to make the switch to non-toxic products. Check it out!
Now that you have given your hair the attention it deserves, here are a few foundational tips for healthy hair!
1. Stay Hydrated! Not only is hydration a prerequisite for living, it helps your hair grow! Poor hydration will halt hair growth and leave the hair brittle and dry. Water makes up 25% of the weight of a hair strand… so, drink up!
2. Give your hair a break, limit heat styling tools!
3. Go a couple of days between washes! Give your hair time to produce and spread its oils.
4. Brush your hair before you hop in the shower to minimize breakage and remove tangles!
5. Treat yourself to a hair mask! Sometimes your hair just needs a break. Even with regular washing, your hair will experience product buildup which takes a toll on your hair. A mask is a great way to push the reset button and deep clean your hair. Just make sure you use a non-toxic formula or DIY your hair masks like I do!