There is nothing more rewarding than good hydration on hair when it is dry or damaged.
Hydration is capable of bringing back softness, vitality and shine to your hair.
However, not all women have the willingness (or the money) to visit beauty salons weekly.
Therefore, many started to adopt homemade moisturization, which is as good as that done in a salon.
We’ve put together some tips on how to hydrate your hair at home alone, stay tuned!
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Discover how to moisturize your hair at home alone
1 – Care when choosing Shampoo
Choosing the shampoo is very important to start the process of hydrating your hair at home.
Choose anti-residue shampoos, as they are the best for cleaning the scalp without damaging it with additional chemicals.
Keep in mind to always lower the shower temperature. The water should never be hot, always cold or at most lukewarm.
This way, you avoid dry scalp – as well as other problems such as dandruff.
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2 – Treatment Ampoule
Using a treatment ampoule is one of the most recommended options for those who want to hydrate their hair at home alone.
Look for a good hydration ampoule and apply the product only to the ends of your hair.
The ampoule will be responsible for replacing hair nutrients that have been lost.
Simply apply the product and massage your hair after washing your hair normally with shampoo and conditioner.
Leave it on for 10 minutes and rinse with cold water.
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3 – Hydration with Honey and Olive Oil
A good way to hydrate your hair at home is to use a moisturizer of your choice and combine some revitalizing ingredients.
For this homemade recipe you will need:
- 3 tablespoons of honey;
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil;
- Half a mashed avocado;
- Moisturizer of your choice.
Combine the ingredients in a container (or in the moisturizer bottle itself) and apply the mixture two fingers below the roots, section by section.
Massage all over your hair as you apply the mixture and let it act for 20 minutes.
Rinse and dry the hair with an old t-shirt to avoid frizz.
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4 – It takes time, but it’s worth it
Unlike what happens in a salon, there are some techniques to enhance the effects of hydration – but they can be laborious.
A good tip is to put on a plastic or aluminum cap after applying the product to your hair.
Leave the products in your hair, under the cap, for about half an hour. After this time has passed, rinse well – removing all excess product.
Try not to exceed the half-hour limit unless another time is written on the product packaging.
This way, you prevent your hair from becoming heavy or oily.
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5 – Enhance your moisturizer yourself
It is possible to enhance the moisturizer you use, making the results even more visible.
Look for some essential oils to combine with the nutrition mask, such as:
- Argan oil;
- Macadamia oil;
- Avocado oil;
- Extra virgin olive oil.
After mixing the oil with the moisturizer, place the mixture (in a container) in the microwave for 10 seconds.
This way, the product will dilate the layers of the hair and penetrate better.
Repeat this procedure every ten days.
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6 – Opt for nighttime hydration
A very easy way to hydrate your hair at home and get great results is through nighttime moisturizing.
To do this, you will need to apply a mask to your hair and go to sleep with a thermal cap.
During the night, the cell renewal process is more intense, in addition to the hair absorbing the product’s nutrients better.
Just remember to look for a good brand of moisturizer that can be left on for so long without damaging your hair.
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7 – How to let it dry
The way your hair will dry after properly moisturizing is very important for the final result.
After moisturizing your hair at home, prefer to let your hair dry naturally – drying lightly with an old t-shirt.
If the weather is cold and drying is necessary, first apply a thermal protector before blow-drying. Remember that the dryer temperature must be low to avoid drying out your hair.
The last jet of the dryer should always be cold, to provide shine to the hair and reduce frizz.
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