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When it comes to hair, it seems like there is a laundry list of do’s and don’ts. Personally, I get easily overwhelmed by not knowing how long is too long to leave on a hair mask, whether I am actually damaging my hair by going to bed with it wet, and so on.
Whether you’re a haircare aficionado or someone who simply washes their hair and barely ever brushes it, there is likely something you’re skipping out on or doing too much of when it comes to your hair. I spoke to a few experts — including hairstylists, haircare brand founders, and a dermatologist — to find out more about common mistakes patients make when it comes to their hair. Here’s what they had to say.
MISTAKE #1: Washing your hair every single day.
MISTAKE #2: Going to sleep with wet hair.
“Tossing and turning during the night, especially if your hair is not carefully wrapped up, can lead to hair damage. It can also cause scalp issues and irritation if the moisture from your hair is trapped and unable to dry while resting on your pillow at night,” Whitney said.
If you have no choice but to shower down at Nox and go to bottom with wet tomentum , gently braid it or wear it in a informal roll to prevent it from commence tangled and stimulate breakage .
MISTAKE #3: Skipping haircuts to grow your hair out faster.
" It ’s important to keep in creative thinker that cutting the ends of your hair’s-breadth does n’t make it grow faster . haircloth growing occur at the scalp , and trimming helps maintain salubrious ends and reduce split end , " add together fame hairstylist partnerCamille Friend .
MISTAKE #4: Always reaching for an elastic instead of a claw clip.
MISTAKE #5: Thinking that wearing a hat will cause hair to thin.
“Hats that fit — like baseball caps, beanies, fedoras, and the like — aren’t anywhere near tight enough to block airflow or restrict blood flow. So the regular wearing of these types of hats is not going to cause damage or trigger thinning,” Samantha explained.
" If you ’re put on a swim cap , wig , or head covering daily , it ’s a good mind to always remove them gently , be extra careful and gentle around hairlines , and take a recess from them at Nox to give your scalp and fuzz follicles clip and elbow room to emit , " she add .
MISTAKE #6: Not rinsing your hair with cold water at the end of a shower.
MISTAKE #7: Reaching for at-home boxed hair dye over visiting a professional.
" There are natural and less harmful ways to color your hair’s-breadth — including natural henna and indigo dyes , which improve the look and feel of your hair while impart their red , brown , and/or black coloring . irregular fuzz colors are also cracking because they sit on top of the hair string , not affecting the shell bed , " Whitney explained .
MISTAKE #8: Wearing your hair in a slicked-back bun too often.
However, there are ways to wear a slicked-back bun with care that can save your hairline and save you from damage. “This includes keeping a loose bun, rather than an extremely tight bun. Tie the hair loosely with a gentle satin scrunchie, rather than a thin, harsh elastic. Lastly, alternate between different hairstyles so that your hair and scalp are not constantly being pulled in the same direction daily,” Whitney added.
MISTAKE #9: Putting a homemade hair mask on your hair that consists of mayonnaise or eggs.
“Egg yolks and whites contain vitamins A and E, as well as biotin and folate, and can help strengthen damaged cuticles. Ingredients like avocado or coconut oil are great for hydrating dry or damaged hair. However, using these hair masks too frequently or leaving hair masks on for too long can actually further damage your hair,” said Dr. Green.
MISTAKE #10: Not realizing stress can affect your hair.
MISTAKE #11: Thinking “dirty” looking roots are caused only by sweat.
“You can also experience the appearance of ‘dirty’ looking roots if you have product buildup on your scalp, and if you have an exceptionally oily scalp which can lead to excess sebum production and even dandruff,” Whitney added.
" Hard water repository are another perpetrator that can go out your hair and roots looking dirty , limp , and feeling ' sticky . ' Hard water is piddle that has excessive mineral contentedness that can become trapped on your scalp and your hair , " she said .
" you may alleviate this issue by clarifying your fuzz with a clarifying shampoo and by buy any shower filter head available online , " explain Whitney .
MISTAKE #12: Not switching up your shampooing routine every now and then.
“Keep in mind, that it’s not the only switch you need when your hair is in a dull phase. Lastly, before switching shampoos, I’d recommend cutting down shampoo days, so when you do use it on wash day, your hair will respond even better after having had a break from suds,” Samantha added.
Ultimately, everyone’s hair type and needs are different so if you have any specific questions about your hair, it’s best to consult with an expert.
