Having healthy hair is something that completes your entire look.  Since your hair is something that you wear every day it is important to make sure that it is something you like about yourself.  You can’t change your hair the same way that you can change a shirt, unfortunately.

Therefore, proper hair maintenance is essential when it comes to looking good throughout the day and feeling good about yourself.  You may find yourself looking at your hair frequently and wondering where you went wrong.  Why is it lifeless and flat? How did you get so many split ends?  The answers you are looking for maybe because you doing all the wrong things.  Here are some of the best tips for healthier looking and stronger hair.

Don’t Bleach Your Hair Yourself

Many people find themselves wanting to change their look.  The first thing that they think to do is dramatically change their hair.  One common mistake which is frequently met with disastrous results is bleaching your hair yourself.

Professionals are taught the basics of hair chemistry and the science of coloring.  It is important to have the proper training before taking any risks on potentially ruining your locks.  If you decide to go lighter on your hair, spend a bit extra and go see a professional at a salon.  You’ll find that you cause way less damage on your hair, and it will look much better.

Use a Weekly Hair Mask

The daily grind which your hair endures can start to take its toll.  Depending on the hardness of your water, what kind of products you use, and what else your hair is exposed to on a daily basis can make your hair quite dry.

Try to use a mask weekly in order to restore the proper moisture to your hair and get as close to its original virgin state as possible.  Masks can be purchased at a store, or if you want to get creative you can try an all natural DIY mask at home using ingredients such as coconut oil and avocado.  

Brush Your Hair Gently

Many people run a brush through their hair haphazardly causing it to break the hair on every stroke.  It is important to use a gentle brush which eases through any tangles rather than forcefully ripping through.

You’ll find that if you brush gently, you will reduce your hair breakage by almost half on a daily basis.  

Limit Using Styling Tools

Heat is one of the harshest things that you can do to your hair.  Hair isn’t created to be able to withstand the heat and damage that styling tools cause.  Therefore, limiting your exposure to these tools is important in order to be able to keep your hair strong and minimize damage.