Wash/cleanse your hair with a gentle shampoo and conditioner for your hair type. It is essential to use products designed specifically for your hair type. For example, you may have tight coils. Using a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner would put that needed hydration back into your hair and allow it to be more soft and manageable. It can also help to maintain the natural oils that your scalp is already producing.
Using the proper detangling tools such as a detangling brush or a wide tooth comb makes detangling wet hair easier and helps to prevent damage.
When using heating tools such as blow dryers and flat irons, always use a heat protectant and blow dry hair on a low setting. When using flat irons, limit the amount of passes.
Be sure to get regular trims. Holding on the split ends will only hurt your hair progress in the long run. In fact, trimming those split ends will help your hair to grow faster. Your hair will grow back before you know it, plus a good trim makes your hairstyle look more polished and healthy.
Proper nutrition is key. Eating foods rich in protein and consuming water aids in your hair's growth also getting plenty of vitamin D so be sure to let your scalp breathe and enjoy the sunshine.
By following these tips you are well on your way to maintaining hair that you love.
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