New year, new hair, new me ! As far as we're concerned, this will be the year of healthy, shiny and beautiful hair. And that doesn't have to be a lot of effort. Because by saying goodbye to these seven bad hair habits, you'll get healthier hair than ever this year!
1. BRUSH WET HAIR
When your hair is wet, it is at its most vulnerable. If you brush it then, you increase the chance of damaging your hair. And of course you don’t want that. Instead of brushing your wet hair, it is best to make sure that your hair gets as tangle-free as possible while you are showering. While you are shampooing and conditioning your hair, you can gently remove any tangles with your fingers. Then wait until your hair is dry before you brush it & your hair will thank you for it!
2. GOING TO SLEEP WITH WET HAIR
Okay, so wet hair is extra vulnerable. You move and toss in your sleep, and those movements can damage the hair. So never go to sleep with wet hair. Instead, you can make your hair beautiful while you sleep -yes really!- with our sleeping beauty routine.
3. USING A TERRY CLOTH TOWEL TO DRY YOUR HAIR
A terry cloth towel is great for your body, but did you know that you shouldn't use it for your hair? Terry cloth consists of lots of small loops and is therefore quite rough in structure. This creates friction, which can damage your fragile, wet hair. Rubbing wildly to dry your hair is therefore a no go . In addition, terry cloth draws moisture from the hair too quickly due to its structure. This can cause your hair to dry out and become frizzy. Instead of a terry cloth towel, opt for a 100% microfiber towel, such as the Curl Coach Anti-Frizz Towel. Microfiber has a fine structure, which makes this fabric softer for the hair and quickly absorbs a lot of moisture, but does not dry out the hair.
4. GOING OUT INTO THE SUN UNPROTECTED
And we're not just talking about your skin. Your hair can also be damaged by UV radiation. UV radiation dries out your hair. So never go out into the sun without protecting your hair from the sun in addition to your skin, for example with a leave-in spray with a UV filter such as the My Hero Wonder Spray.
5. DO NOT USE HEAT PROTECTOR
Okay, we’re going to stay on the topic of heat for a bit. In addition to the sun, other sources of heat can also damage your hair. Heat tools such as a blow dryer, flat iron and curling iron, for example. If you’re going to use these types of tools to create a beautiful hairstyle, don’t forget to use a product with heat protection. All of our products contain both a heat protector and a UV filter where possible, so chances are that your favorite Insiders products already protect you from heat tools.
6. TACKLING
We love volume ! What we don't like is damage to your hair. Volume, but no damage; that's what we want. And teasing doesn't fit in with that. Backcombing your hair can cause breakage and damage. Instead of teasing your hair, you can use the Teaser Styling Dust to get that instant volume boost. This product adds texture and grip, thickens the hair at the roots and gives you a lot of volume in one go; just like you've teased your hair, only without the damage.
7. NOT GIVING YOUR HAIR ENOUGH CARE
Even if you already have healthy hair, it is important to give your hair some extra love every now and then. This may not seem necessary, but to keep your hair beautiful and healthy, good care is important. Pamper your hair every now and then with a nourishing conditioner or a nourishing hair mask and your healthy hair will only become more beautiful!
