You have all seen the ad's for healthy hair, Well lets get to the bottom of what healthy hair really means. Fist Hair is not alive, it has no blood supply or nervous system and cannot repair it's self. Hair is made up mostly of protein and Keratin. How can it be healthy if it has no life? I think the the term that better fits is well maintained hair, after all once damage has occurred the only way to repair the hair is to cut off the damaged part of the hair.

just like your automobile needs maintenance so does your hair in order to keep that lustful shine.

The following are tips to keeping a great looking head of hair.

1. Cool off your hair:

Nothing feels better then a hot shower to relax those tired muscles, but a steaming hot shower strips away essential oils and drys the scalp, thus damaging your hair.

2. Use proper hair tools:

Using the correct tools to comb your hair is essential, use a wide tooth comb and work out tangles gently, also avoid using blow dryers and curling irons that can leave damaged hair in it's path.

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Avoid at home chemical treatments:

I recommend using a stylist who has experience in perming hair, they can also use the correct products for your hair type. Also stylists have been trained how to use these chemicals on your hair, and will recommend the best treatment for your needs.

4. Use a salon type hair conditioner and shampoo:

The proper conditioner and shampoo will help cleanse the hair, add moisture and elasticity, and smooth the cuticle to add shine.

5. Live healthy:

Having a healthy lifestyle goes along way when keeping a healthy main, eat right, exercise drink plenty of fluids and get plenty of sleep and avoid stress as much as possible, can make a huge difference in your appearance.

6.Avoid pony tails and tight hats,:

This is known as "traction alopecia," which causes tightness at the cuticle of the hair causing the hair to pull out, weakening and damaging your hair.

7.keep your hair trimmed:

The only way to removed damaged hair is to cut off the split ends, even if you are growing your hair out, ask your stylist to cut off the damaged ends so your hair remains healthy as it grows.

Since your hair is such a big part of your appearance which will make you younger looking and more attractive, remember hair starts at the root so using the above suggestions can go along way in keeping a beautiful head of hair.