Table of contents
- The right hair care: brushing and washing for strong and healthy shiny hair
- Avoid too much heat
- Pay attention to high-quality styling and care products
- A head massage promotes blood circulation
- The right haircut creates more volume
- A balanced diet for healthy and strong hair
- Conclusion: If the tips do not help, a hair transplant may be the solution
Strong, healthy, and shiny hair is the dream of many. Various tips and tricks can help restore dull hair's shine and thin hair's strength. However, these tricks don't work for everyone. In some cases, a hair transplant can be the optimal solution to finally regain full, shiny hair.
1. Proper hair care: brushing and washing for strong and healthy shiny hair
Getting strong, healthy, and shiny hair starts with proper care. Even when washing your hair, you can follow a few helpful tricks to create more volume and shine. The tap water commonly used for washing often contains a lot of limescale, which can leave your hair looking dull and lackluster. For this reason, we recommend washing your hair with mineral or filtered tap water. After washing, it's best to rinse your hair with cold water. This strengthens the hair fibers and seals the hair structure. The result is a beautiful, natural shine. It's also advisable to use conditioner first, followed by shampoo. The result is that your hair will appear both healthier and more cared for. There are also a few things to keep in mind when combing or brushing your hair. Brushes made from natural materials are significantly less damaging to your hair than plastic ones. With natural bristles, you can easily polish your hair to a high shine. For a particularly intense shine, try acid baths with apple cider vinegar or lemon juice. These can be easily mixed with water and applied after shampooing and left on.
2. Avoid too much heat
Your hair is exposed to a variety of stresses every day. Excessive heat, in particular, is extremely damaging to the hair structure. The dry, very hot air from a hairdryer draws a lot of moisture out of your hair, causing it to become increasingly brittle and fragile over time. The result is a lackluster and dull look. For this reason, you should always treat your hair gently, especially when it's still damp. The best method is to simply let your hair air dry after washing. You should also use straighteners or curling irons as little as possible. If you still want to blow-dry, straighten, or curl your hair, you should at least apply a good and sufficient heat protectant beforehand.
3. Pay attention to high-quality styling and care products
To avoid over-stressing your hair, you should always make sure you use high-quality styling and care products. It's especially important that the products provide your hair with sufficient moisture without stripping it of it. Therefore, products containing a lot of alcohol are not recommended. They strip valuable moisture, so it's best to stay away from such care products. Instead, choose a mild shampoo that provides adequate care. Products should also be free of parabens, artificial preservatives, fragrances, and sulfates, if possible. Be careful not to wash your hair too often. Never wash your hair twice in a row. Using a hazelnut-sized amount of shampoo is usually sufficient.
4. A head massage promotes blood circulation
Another tip for strong, healthy, and shiny hair is a scalp massage. Regular use stimulates blood circulation, thus promoting hair growth. The gentle pressure massage ensures that the hair follicles are stimulated. During the massage, it is sufficient to apply light pressure to your scalp and make gentle circular movements. You can incorporate a head massage into your hair washing routine and perform it while shampooing. It can also be very relaxing to do a head massage as a short break, for example, at work. Gently massage your scalp with your fingertips. The improved circulation ensures that the important nutrients are delivered directly to your hair roots.
5. The right haircut creates more volume
Another good tip for strong, healthy, and shiny hair is the right haircut. Trim the ends regularly, at least every six weeks. This will make your hair appear fuller. The longer your hair is, the thinner it appears. Therefore, you should opt for a short haircut if you suffer from lifeless, thin hair. A shoulder-length bob, for example, is suitable. The contours of the hairstyle should be blunt and compact. This adds volume to the hair. Light waves also make the hair appear bouncier, stronger, and more voluminous. Bangs ensure that your face is framed in a flattering way and become the focus. Coloring and dyeing your hair also makes it appear thicker. Different shades of color simulate depth and texture. However, bleaching should be avoided as much as possible.
6. A balanced diet for healthy and strong hair
The final tip for strong, healthy, and shiny hair is a balanced diet. Hair roots need sufficient nutrients for healthy growth. A proper diet, containing a variety of vitamins, trace elements, and minerals, ensures your hair can grow strong and healthy. Vitamin A, for example, is responsible for hair structure and also ensures that it stays soft. Vitamin A is found in foods such as carrots, broccoli, and spinach. Vitamin B complexes also protect hair and are found in nuts, whole grain products, and legumes, for example. Vitamin C promotes hair health. You should also make sure you consume sufficient amounts of zinc, omega-3 fatty acids, and other vitamins. Iron deficiency should also be avoided at all costs. Eating fruits and vegetables can help make your hair healthier. If you can't get enough nutrients from food, you can also take supplements. Adequate hydration also plays an important role in hair health. Make sure you drink enough daily to promote hair growth.
7. Conclusion: If the tips don't help, a hair transplant may be the solution
In some cases, however, the various tips and tricks for strong, healthy, shiny hair are no longer effective. If the hair roots are already irreversibly damaged, hair growth can no longer occur. In such cases, a hair transplant is the only way to finally regain full, healthy hair. During hair implantation using the gentle FUE method, individual hair follicles are removed from the back of your head and then reimplanted into the areas of your scalp affected by hair loss. After a few months, healthy and strong hair growth will begin in the bald areas. Hair transplantation is a permanent solution that will finally allow you to regain healthy hair. The expert team at Elithairtransplant, led by Dr. Balwi, has been successfully performing hair transplants for years. With a hair transplant, you can finally regain your self-confidence and improve your quality of life.
