As men there are many things we put effort into ensuring we look our best at all times. Our hair is one of these things. Getting our regular cut at our favorite barber usually does the trick to help freshen our look up but we’ve put together an easy guide to help keep your hair looking fresh between appointments.
Before we get into it, here are a few things to consider that will help maximize your efforts:
Hair type
You need to ensure before purchasing any products that you know your hair type to maximize benefits. This can range from straight, curly, wavy or kinky. Once you know your hair type you will better be able to select the correct hair products that will nourish and benefit your hair in the correct way.
Scalp condition
Our scalps are extremely important in helping absorb and excrete nutrients and if your scalp is not in the right condition, this might cause issues down the line for your hair. There are different types of scalp conditions to look out for such as oily, dry and normal.
Below is an easy guide you can use in your day to day, to help ensure you can continue having the best hair days between your barber appointments:
Pick the right shampoo
Picking the correct shampoo is essential to ensuring healthy hair. The type of shampoo you use will be determined by your hair type as well as scalp condition. It is important to use the right shampoo as some shampoos might be harsh on certain hair types and might leave your hair feeling dryer. Shampoo strips the hair of any oils to ensure it is properly clean, so it is important to use the right one. Also try to opt for more natural products as regular shampoos have chemicals that might not agree with your hair and could damage your hair in the long run. Dependent on your hair type and length, it is also not recommended to wash your hair everyday as our hair relies on the natural oils that we produce. This is especially true if you have some length to your hair.
Additionally, pick the right conditioner
Picking your conditioner usually goes hand in hand with picking your shampoo. The same rules apply. You will usually find a matching conditioner for the shampoo you have gotten. It is important to condition your hair after shampooing it as this will help put back nutrient into your hair after washing it. This will help soften your hair and also help with preventing a dry scalp.
Nurture your hair
We need to remember that hair can be delicate. Try to refrain from being rough with your hair. If you usually tug, pull or go wild with your hair while styling this will lead to further damage. It is better to be gentle when applying your products and styling to achieve maximum results.
Pick the right styling products
Just as we would pick our shampoo and conditioner, our styling products are no different. Ensure you pick the right styling products that are for your hair type to achieve the maximum result you need. These will also be dependent on your hair type; scalp condition and the desired end look you would like to achieve. With these it is also best to opt for natural products that can give you the added benefit of restoring nutrients back into your hair.
Things you should avoid
Hats and caps for long periods
Hats and caps often tend to strain your hair, so it is important to try to stay away from these as much as possible to ensure your hair is able to grow at its best. Long wear of hats or caps can eventually lead to hair loss, so this is something to keep in mind.
Chlorine
Chlorine is a chemical and while we love to have some fun in the water, it is important to try to avoid your hair having contact with chlorine. This can be a tricky one as our shower water could potentially have chlorine in it as well. If you can, try to get a shower filter to minimize the amounts of chlorine you are exposed to. Also try to stay out of pools as these have a higher level of chlorine that can strip your hair of its natural oils.
Sun damage
When we think of sun damage our minds automatically go to skin. However, our hair can also be damaged by too much exposure to the sun. Sun exposure damages the hair cuticles, but also breaks down keratin (the natural protein found in hair). If you expose your hair to the sun for extended periods it could potentially lead to damaged, dry and brittle hair and this is what we want to prevent.
Book in at your nearest branch and get the best advice from our experienced barbers.
As men there are many things we put effort into ensuring we look our best at all times. Our hair is one of these things. Getting our regular cut at our favorite barber usually does the trick to help freshen our look up but we’ve put together an easy guide to help keep your hair looking fresh between appointments.
Before we get into it, here are a few things to consider that will help maximize your efforts:
Hair type
You need to ensure before purchasing any products that you know your hair type to maximize benefits. This can range from straight, curly, wavy or kinky. Once you know your hair type you will better be able to select the correct hair products that will nourish and benefit your hair in the correct way.
Scalp condition
Our scalps are extremely important in helping absorb and excrete nutrients and if your scalp is not in the right condition, this might cause issues down the line for your hair. There are different types of scalp conditions to look out for such as oily, dry and normal.
Below is an easy guide you can use in your day to day, to help ensure you can continue having the best hair days between your barber appointments:
Pick the right shampoo
Picking the correct shampoo is essential to ensuring healthy hair. The type of shampoo you use will be determined by your hair type as well as scalp condition. It is important to use the right shampoo as some shampoos might be harsh on certain hair types and might leave your hair feeling dryer. Shampoo strips the hair of any oils to ensure it is properly clean, so it is important to use the right one. Also try to opt for more natural products as regular shampoos have chemicals that might not agree with your hair and could damage your hair in the long run. Dependent on your hair type and length, it is also not recommended to wash your hair everyday as our hair relies on the natural oils that we produce. This is especially true if you have some length to your hair.
Additionally, pick the right conditioner
Picking your conditioner usually goes hand in hand with picking your shampoo. The same rules apply. You will usually find a matching conditioner for the shampoo you have gotten. It is important to condition your hair after shampooing it as this will help put back nutrient into your hair after washing it. This will help soften your hair and also help with preventing a dry scalp.
Nurture your hair
We need to remember that hair can be delicate. Try to refrain from being rough with your hair. If you usually tug, pull or go wild with your hair while styling this will lead to further damage. It is better to be gentle when applying your products and styling to achieve maximum results.
Pick the right styling products
Just as we would pick our shampoo and conditioner, our styling products are no different. Ensure you pick the right styling products that are for your hair type to achieve the maximum result you need. These will also be dependent on your hair type; scalp condition and the desired end look you would like to achieve. With these it is also best to opt for natural products that can give you the added benefit of restoring nutrients back into your hair.
Things you should avoid
Hats and caps for long periods
Hats and caps often tend to strain your hair, so it is important to try to stay away from these as much as possible to ensure your hair is able to grow at its best. Long wear of hats or caps can eventually lead to hair loss, so this is something to keep in mind.
Chlorine
Chlorine is a chemical and while we love to have some fun in the water, it is important to try to avoid your hair having contact with chlorine. This can be a tricky one as our shower water could potentially have chlorine in it as well. If you can, try to get a shower filter to minimize the amounts of chlorine you are exposed to. Also try to stay out of pools as these have a higher level of chlorine that can strip your hair of its natural oils.
Sun damage
When we think of sun damage our minds automatically go to skin. However, our hair can also be damaged by too much exposure to the sun. Sun exposure damages the hair cuticles, but also breaks down keratin (the natural protein found in hair). If you expose your hair to the sun for extended periods it could potentially lead to damaged, dry and brittle hair and this is what we want to prevent.
Book in at your nearest branch and get the best advice from our experienced barbers.
