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Common Hair Mistakes
Michelle Aldridge, Creative Director of shuum in Brisbane reveals some of the most common hair mistakes.
Washing hair on a daily basis.
Regularly washing your hair strips it of essential sebum (hair's natural moisturiser) and can leave it dry and brittle. If you have naturally oily hair use a mild, pH-balanced shampoo. When washing your hair don't rub the scalp vigorously as this will stimulate the oil glands to produce more sebum.
Leaving shampoo and conditioner in your hair.
Shampoo and conditioner that is not thoroughly rinsed out of the hair is the worst culprit for bad hair days. It counteracts styling products, leaves your hair looking dull, limp and unmanageable. Try to rinse your hair for an extra couple of minutes after shampooing and conditioning.
Not trimming your hair every 6 weeks.
The tip of each hair can be 10 per cent weaker then the root, making it more vulnerable to breakage and split ends. Having the tips trimmed every 6 weeks helps to maintain the condition of your hair and its style.
Rubbing your hair vigorously with a towel.
The action of rubbing you hair with a towel actually roughens the hair cuticle, which can lead to frizzy, flyaway hair.
Blow-drying hair until completely dry.
Overheating your hair makes it susceptible to breakage and strips it of shine. A better idea is to blow-dry hair until it's 80% dry and then let it air dry, naturally. Alternatively use a leave-in conditioner or styling product that protects your hair from heat styling. Also, hold the hair dryer at least 30 centimetres away from your hair.
Not using products recommended from your hairdresser.
Many women misdiagnose their hair type and subsequently purchase the wrong hair products to style hair. Using the right product will help to recreate that special salon style.
Leaving the salon without knowing how to dry and finish your hair at home. If you want to recreate the look produced in the salon, ask your hair stylist for a step by step guide enabling you to style it at home.
Not using a clarifying shampoo once a week.
Everyday pollutants cling to hair and leave a thin coat of grime that dulls and weighs down the hair. Using a clarifying shampoo once a week will give hair a residue free fresh start. Michelle recommends the new Kerastase Soleil range.
Michelle Aldridge is the creative director of Shuum, Brisbane.
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