Care for Your Hair
November 18, 2009 by foynet
Filed under Anti-aging Tips
Oftentimes, people splurge on skincare to make themselves look and feel younger. Oftentimes, they forget about their hair. This is your crowning glory, and should therefore never be forgotten. While you may have soft, smooth skin, your hair is dry and frizzy. This somewhat makes you look tired. And when you look tired, you look older.
Eat your way to a good hair day. When it comes to having shiny, silky hair, you also have to think about its nutrition from the roots. It’s more than just what’s on the outside that counts. In fact, when you make sure that you always give your hair the nutrition it needs, you will notice a marked improvement on the way it looks. Healthy hair starts from within your body. Feed yourself with the right kind of foods to make it look its finest. Stock your kitchen with a few of these popular items, and along with a staple from the shower, you will nourish your hair from within and get those luscious locks you’ve always wanted to have.
First thing to stock your fridge with are salmon and oily fish. You can also get mackerel, sardines, and tuna because these are rich in Omega 3 fatty acids. As you all well know, this certain nutrient is known for more than its usual health benefits. It is also essential when it comes to supporting scalp health because it helps keep the ideal levels of moisture. Having too little makes your hair dull-looking. Another great source for Omega 3 are nuts. These make wonderful addition to your healthy hair diet. Walnuts, for instance, contain alpha-linolenic acid, a form of Omega 3, that helps keep hair smooth and well-conditioned.
Of course, protein is necessary for a luxuriant mane because hair, after all, is made of protein. Eggs are an excellent source because they contain Vitamin B12 as well. Along with B6 and folic acid, this is crucial for the formation of hemoglobin. This then carries oxygen from the lungs to your hair. Oxygen is important to your follicles for it to remain healthy.
Another powerhouse food is Avocados. These are extremely rich in Vitamin A which, apart from its more widely known perk for enhancing vision, helps restore shine. Vitamin E does the same job as well, so include this during your preparation. As for the avocado, mash the contents in a bowl and apply the mixture from roots to ends. Leave on for 20 minutes or more before you finally shampoo and condition your mane. You will notice your hair shinier than ever.
Now that you know the secret to healthy locks, never leave this out in your effort to look young. Every aspect is important when you want to feel good about yourself. While you’ve cared about your body and your skin, it is never complete with dry and damaged hair. From the back, you could even look older than your age. When you meet people, some of them may even look at your hair first. That is why, you need the complete routine to feel amazing.
