More than half of all women on earth face the problem of brittle and split ends. However, getting rid of it is not difficult even at home. It is enough to follow simple tips and advice on hair care. But for effective elimination of problems, we shall understand for the beginning with the reasons of "unhealthiness" of hair. At home, you can perform simple hair masks that will help cure split and brittle hair.
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Reasons for
Conditionally they can be divided into 2 groups:
- internal;
- external.
Internal causes are those that affect you from within your body. For example, improper diet, bad habits, beriberi, various diseases or even hair length.
Diseases that are accompanied by fragility and cross-section of hair:
- of the gastrointestinal tract, especially of the kidneys and liver( cause brittle hair);
- tuberculosis( provokes a section of hair and a bundle of nails);
- various chronic diseases;
- problems of the nervous system( stress, nerve stress);
- diabetes mellitus;
- psoriasis;
- allergies.
Important! More details on how to make effective masks against the cross section of hair we already wrote.
However, strangely enough, most of the problems with the hair are caused by external factors. To these external reasons are:
- improper hair care;
- bad ecology;
- chemical abuse.
80% of the brittleness and cross section of the hair occurs due to improper care. External symptoms: dullness, untidy appearance due to broken ends at different heights, loss of density. Strengthening hair masks will help to quickly cope with this problem.
Recommendations for hair care:
- try to avoid overdrying or hypothermia of the hair. Wear hats;
- minimize the use of plates and a hair dryer;
- do not comb wet hair, wait until it dries slightly;
- change the elastic band to a hair clip, a hoop or something else;
- do not use combs with sharp jaggies. The best combs are wooden;
- , try not to use paint, which includes ammonia;
- use moisturizing and nourishing agents;
- dye your hair as little as possible;
- reduce the use of chemicals( varnishes, chemical perm, etc.);
- regularly cut the tips of the hair;
- consume more vitamins, fruits, vegetables and natural products;
- do not let go too long hair, they may lack nutrients.
Treatment of split and brittle hair
Unfortunately, you can not repair damaged hair, you can either improve its appearance, or eliminate the cause of the problem, and it is better to combine both options. However, in any case, you will have to wait until healthy new hair grows, and to make it happen, follow the tips given below.
Important! At home, you can make masks for hair growth, read about them in our article.
Masks
Masks are an excellent tool for nourishing and strengthening hair, you can apply masks to moisturize your hair. However, it should be understood that if the causes of the problem with the hair lie somewhere inside the body, this tool will have a very long-lasting effect. So do not limit yourself to this method, but combine it with others.
Egg mask
This recipe is perfect for brittle hair. We already wrote about the egg mask for hair and its effectiveness, you can read about it in our article. Here we will tell only briefly.
Ingredients: 1 egg yolk, 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil, cognac and honey.
Ingredients mix and beat with a mixer or blender. The resulting mask should be applied to the hair, covered with a plastic bag and wrapped in a towel. Wash off after 40 minutes.
Kefir mask
Suitable for dry and split ends. What other properties have a kefir hair mask read in an article that we already wrote.
Ingredients: 50 g fatty kefir, a small piece of dry yeast.
Ingredients to mix, mix well and insist in a warm place. The resulting mixture is applied to the hair 30 minutes before washing the head.
Cottage cheese mask
Ingredients:
- 1 banana;
- 250 g of fatty cottage cheese.
Ingredients to mix, apply on the hair 20 minutes before washing your head.
Honey mask
Ingredients:
- honey;
- castor oil.
The number of ingredients is selected depending on the thickness of the hair, the proportion of honey and castor oil is 1: 3, respectively. Ingredients to mix, warm and apply on the hair an hour before washing your head.
Masks based on
oils For this purpose, excellent burdock, almond, olive or castor oils are ideal. The selected oil is heated in a water bath, removed from heat and add a few drops of rosemary. Ready mixture to rub into the scalp and the ends of the hair. Wash off the mask after 40 minutes.
PROVITAMIN MASK
This is an excellent vitamin hair mask at home.
Ingredients:
- vegetable oil;
- vitamin A in ampoules.
Mix, the resulting mixture spread over the entire length of the hair. Screw in a plastic bag and a towel for the whole night.
Phytotherapy
Broths from nettle and chamomile are used to make masks that strengthen the hair and give growth along the entire length. The recipe for cooking with chamomile.
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp.a spoonful of dry chamomile;
- 1 cup boiling water;
- 3-4 tbsp.spoons of linseed oil;
- 20 drops of your favorite essential oil.
We mix everything and let it brew for 2-3 hours. After pouring into a small atomizer and put in the refrigerator. Spray the hair every time you feel dry. Shake before use.
Warning! Shelf life in the refrigerator is no more than 7 days, at room temperature not more than 4.
Mint broth
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons dried mint;
- 1 glass of pomegranate juice.
Peppermint pour boiling juice, allow to cool and rub into the scalp.
Other substances that strengthen hair structure:
- horsetail is an excellent tool for nourishing and strengthening hair;
- lemon or cabbage juice has a toning effect;
- juice or pulp of aloe;
- lime tinctures and decoctions;
- sage;
- black elderberry.
Medicaments and medicinal cosmetics
Problems with hair can be solved by taking medications that contain a lot of nutritious things for the hair. For example - medicinal keratin .Keratin is a protein with mechanical strength, it is contained in the hair and nails of a person. One of the best keratin preparations is Pantogar.
You can also use cosmetic products, which include keratin( shampoos, balms, conditioners).
Result of keratin treatment:
- strengthening of hair along the entire length;
- warning of brittleness and cross-section;
- improvement of the scalp;
- strengthening of nails.
Attention! Before using this product, consult a physician beforehand!
Cosmetic kerosene
This product is good because it is suitable for all types of hair, has a strengthening and restoring effect, improves blood circulation, gives shine to the hair, makes it more elastic and silky.
Method of use: 15 minutes before washing the hair, 15-20 ml of kerosene rubbed into the scalp, the remainders distributed throughout the entire length. After the procedure, thoroughly wash the hair with shampoo.
Be careful! Kerosene is easily flammable! Do not use it near open flames and heating appliances.
Vaseline oil
Another name is liquid paraffin. Excellent softens and moisturizes the hair. Of course you can use other masks to moisten hair at home, this tool is considered the most effective.
A great way to get rid of brittle hair and hair loss is to use medicinal cosmetics. To date, pharmacies have a large selection of different price range and spectrum of action, so you can easily find the right remedy for yourself. Selecting therapeutic cosmetics, pay attention to the composition.
What should be contained in medicinal cosmetics:
- seaweed;
- calcium;
- trichosaccharides;
- vitamins;
- keratin;
- paraffin oil.
Choosing the right tool for yourself, pay attention to these components. Before use, the split ends of hair should be cut.
Massage
Positively on the growth and structure of the hair affects the massage. It improves blood circulation and increases the flow of blood to the hair bulbs. No wisdom is here, so you can do it yourself or ask a loved one. For a good effect, it's enough just to massage the scalp and do it in your hair by hand, comb or special massager.
Proper nutrition
No matter how trite it may sound, but proper nutrition is the guarantee of the health of the whole organism. Therefore, in order to avoid brittleness and cross-section of hair, this issue should be given attention. First of all, your diet should be enriched with protein foods( eggs, meat, fish), add more fresh vegetables and fruits, nuts. Drink more liquid, eliminate too fatty, heavy and harmful food. Of course, it is desirable to give up smoking and alcohol.
Please note! If you have a split and break your hair, you should not sit on a hard diet! You can deprive the hair of the necessary nutrients.
Vitamins and minerals
The main symptoms of vitamin deficiency are brittle and hair loss, nail bundle, skin peeling. It will help to cope with it the reception of vitamin complexes with the content:
- vitamins A, B2, B9 C, E;
- of iron;
- magnesium;
- of zinc;
- selenium;
- calcium.
Vitamin A moisturizes the skin, vitamin H promotes hair growth, B vitamins - strengthen the hair structure and give them shine, calcium makes the hair and nails stronger.
Attention! Before taking vitamins, give the test for their content in the blood.
To avoid avitaminosis will help timely intake of vitamins in the winter-spring period. Do not forget that vitamins and minerals are the basic building blocks of hair and nails.