Hair's the truth: I really do not know much about hair,
at all.
Frankly, I don't get my hair cut often & I don't spend money on my hair.
That's my preface for this post because I've been asked time after time what I did/do to get grow out my hair, keep it shiny, etc. & I never did anything specifically... but I'll give you a run down on my hair habits that I have practiced over the years. In fact, my mom taught me how to take care of my locks back when I was in 3rd grade!
You know what, I will show you my hair as a kiddo and you'll understand why she had to teach me these things at an early age...
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| Long hair, don't care. |
I'll begin by showing you what my hair looks like after I have washed & blow dried it.
1. I have virgin hair.
Yep. You read that correctly, I have never done anything to my hair. Nothing. I attribute some of my hair's health to that fact. Honestly, I am excited to start coloring it in hopes of getting a better texture.
2. I take Biotin, daily.
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| I use this brand and get it at WalMart. |
You probably have read everywhere online and on Pinterest that Biotin is the bomb... and it's true. I started Biotin 8 months ago. Prior to that I took a Folic Acid daily for years... I think that is what helped my hair grow.
3. Call me dirty, but I don't wash my hair everyday.
In college, I was a snob... a hair washing snob, that is! I didn't go anywhere without shampooing and conditioning my hair... then drying it... then styling it. I am embarrassed that I was ever that lame! Or that I ever dedicated that much time to my hair.
It's true, washing your hair everyday is flat-out awful for it. Truly, women should only wash their hair 1-2 times a week!
Like all of you who are disagreeing with me right now, I told my incredible & super talented hair dresser that I could not go without a wash because A. I have oily skin & my bangs get oily from my skin as does the rest of my hair! B. How are you supposed to work out and not wash your hair? {okay, okay, I know I don't really work out but there were phases in college where I did.} Anyway, trust me, you can train your hair to DEAL with these things... and these days you can get Dry Shampoo at WalMart... back then, I could only find it at Sephora for $20.00 a pop! (!!!!)
So here's the low down on the locks: I wash my hair every 2-3 days. Not only does this habit mean you are cutting back on the number of times you strip your hair of it's natural oils... BUT it also means you are spending less HEAT on your hair.
And, here's a suggestion: when you wash you hair - avoid drying it with a hairdryer at all costs. I learned this habit because it takes 10-15 minutes of straight heat to get my hair dry... & I don't have that kind of time in my hands when beauty sleep is on the line! Thus, I shower at night and sleep on my wet hair and dry out the wave in the morning... then straighten/curl.
4. Two words: CHI SERUM
If you aren't already aware, the CHI straightener is bomb.org!
I started using the CHI when I was a 9th grader and it had just really made it's name. Everyone was scared to use it because of the heat. Luckily, my super awesome hairdresser that I previously mentioned made sure to recommend CHI Serum.
A. It smells like men's cologne and is in.cred.ible.
B. Smooths your locks while protecting them from heat.
C. The bottle will last you years!
Some use it before blow drying their hair but I use it right before I straighten or curl my hair. I do use the CHI to curl it.
Find this at your local WalMart, Target, Hair Salon, etc. If you have a TJ Max around - look for it there because it's usually discounted!
That's all I have as far as Hair Care is concerned... I do recommend training yourself to skip a day without washing if you don't do that already.
5. I hardly ever brush my hair.
Brushing your hair like Marsha Brady is so last year!
Don't do that. Use a comb when you get out of the shower - start the the tips of your hair and slowly work your way up to get the knots out.
The only time I touch a brush is to comb out my hair immediately after showering. Other than that - I try to leave it alone!
That's it on what I do for hair care!
Here are some recommendations on how you can beat the daily hair washing habit:
- Find a fun style to wear on Day 2 of Clean Hair
- Find a Dry Shampoo that you like - and keep in mind they all have unique smells... beware.
As far as "fun styles for Day 2 of Clean Hair" go, I rely on the Top Knot as you probably have seen in my recent posts... not necessarily because it's dirty but because it's easy in this hot weather!
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I do the Top Knot without my special little bun maker, FYI. I just twist around and pin it down.
It looks much better if you tease your pony before you twist! |
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Using the bun maker, I wear it in a low bun or side bun.
I suggest using a dry shampoo and then teasing if you are doing a low or side bun. |
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When I wear a low bun or side bun - I always use lots of dry shampoo and teasing to make it look clean!
I will make some suggestions on Dry Shampoo at the end.
But, I do have shorter bangs that do get oily so I tease them then twist them or do the Faux Braid because I can't French Braid. It looks decorative and a little less lazy!
Also, using a cute head band is a great way to spice up a Day 2 of Clean Hair style! |
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| These are the 3 dry shampoo's that I have personally used and really like! Obviously the Tresumme is significantly more inexpensive but all 3 work terrifically! If you want volume - then I highly recommend the Big Sexy Hair Dry Shampoo! |
Here are some Dry Shampoo tips {consider these important}:
If you are a brunette - dry shampoo is not as easy to use! Spray it in at night before you go to bed... rub the powder in and sleep on it! This way you don't have white spots in your hair. The clay that is part of the dry shampoo is meant to be there to soak up the extra oil - so using it overnight is good for brunettes!
If you are blonde, you don't have to worry as much about the white spots showing up... but do remember to rub it in!
After using Dry Shampoo - if you are comfortable - grab a teasing comb or something similar and tease the roots to really activate the product. And the more volume your hair has - the cleaner it will look.
Well, that's it for now - I will be making a video on how I curl my hair with my CHI soon:)
Here you are....
