How to get shiny hair in five easy steps
Hands up if you want to learn how to get shiny hair. Everyday exposure to hair styling products, especially heat tools like hairdryers, curlers and straighteners, can really play havoc with our hair.
Throw in pollution, heating and sun damage and it’s no wonder it can be hard to keep hair healthy and shiny.
But don’t worry as there are plenty of ways to get shiny hair and we’re hear to tell you all about five of them.
Avoid sulfates
Hair can easily get bogged down with styling products that can make it less shiny than normal. Sulfates in shampoos and conditioners can strip your hair of its natural oils, leaving it looking dull, especially if you have dyed or chemically treated hair so opt for products without these.
Try an apple cider vinegar rinse
Steer clear of clarifying shampoos that can strip hair of everything, both the bad and the good, and instead try an apple cider vinegar rinse. We like Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, which can help balance the scalp's natural pH level, and leave hair looking shinier and healthier over time.
Massage your scalp with vitamin E
We all know how good vitamins are for us, but applying them topically to hair can also help make it stronger, healthier and shinier. Here’s a great trick: buy a bottle of vitamin E capsules, snip off the ends of about six capsules and squeeze the oil into a bowl. Next give yourself a pre-shampoo massage with the oil, which will nourish and hydrate hair strands. Then use your regular shampoo to wash it out.
Use a bristle brush
Bristle brushes seal the cuticle, making sure you lock in maximum shine by creating a completely two-dimensional surface for the light to reflect off. These stiff brushes will also draw natural oils from your roots to the ends of your hair, giving you a natural gloss and shine.
Have regular trims
Regular haircuts are a great way to keep hair looking healthy and shiny. You can book an appointment online or give us a call on 01865 553725.
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How can I make my hair grow faster?
How can I make my hair grow faster?
It’s a question we get asked a lot at the salon, and while one of the main things you need is good old time, there are a few things you can do to help boost hair growth.
Read on to find out how can I make my hair grow faster….
Try caffeine-infused products
Caffeine is great for a pick-me-up and research has revealed that it can also help promote hair growth. According to the study, caffeine may help promote new hair growth at the molecular, cellular, and organ levels in both men and women.
Use essential oils
Essential oils smell amazing, and they are great for hair growth, too.
One study found that a daily dose of 400mg of pumpkin seed oil in tablet form resulted in an increase in hair growth in men. After 24 weeks, the men who took pumpkin seed oil experienced a 40 percent increase in hair count!
Stock up on hair growth boosting vitamins
Specific vitamins, minerals and fatty acids are not only good for health but also play a key role in boosting hair growth. This includes:
• biotin
• vitamin C
• vitamin D
• vitamin E
• zinc
• iron
• omega-3 and omega-6
Avoid over-styling
Heat from curling irons, hairdryers, and straighteners can damage your hair and cause breakage. Try to limit use or decrease the temperature of heated styling tools to reduce hair damage.
Have a trim
It might sound counterproductive, but having regular trims can help your hair grow as it gets rid of split ends and encourages healthy growth.
Is having a haircut good for your mental health?
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Is having a haircut good for your mental health? What is it about sitting in the salon chair that gives us such a sense of calm and wellbeing?
Could it be that there is a therapeutic element which improves our overall wellness and sense of self? A study by Tamika Roper and Dr. John Barry looked into exactly that, questioning men and women about what they loved about going to the hairdresser.
They concluded that a visit to the hairdressers could boost wellbeing in the same way as talking, watching your favourite TV show or reading magazines.
There’s also a trust factor involved with our hair stylist - many of us refuse to have our hair cut by anyone else once we’ve found someone we like and someone who ‘gets’ us.
Maybe this is not just about the stylist’s ability to cut hair, but also a connection and ease of talking about and sharing personal matters.
On top of that, there is a fresh feeling associated with a haircut or a new hairdo. We leave feeling revived and restored, which of course can also contribute to our perceptions of ourself.
What do you love about your hairstylist? Tell us in the comments box below.
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3 easy ways to prepare your hair for summer
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Freshen up
Not sure whether to book in a cut or colour before or after your holiday? We’ve got the stylist-approved answer: do it before!
Freshly-trimmed locks will ensure the hair is in the best condition to handle the heat, while newly dyed hair will look incredible in holiday photos.
Pack sun protection
Our hair needs UV protection too, so to shield your strands from the damaging effects of the sun by packing a protective hair spray or cream.
Hold back on heat styling
Holidays are the time to go a bit more natural, so hold back on using heated styling tools or hairdryers to give your hair a break.
And don't forget to book your next appointment ready for when you get home, too.3 easy ways to prepare your hair for summer.
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How to take care of long hair
We’re L’Oreal ambassadors here at Pankhurst & Deane (just pop into the salon to stock up on their gorgeous products!) so we thought we’d share their brilliant tips for how to take of long hair….