In today’s post I’d like to tell you how to add shine to dull hair. If you’re interested in the topic, sit back and read on.
Over the years I’d been struggling to come up with the best hair care routine that would be suited to my hair. I’d tested endless ways of increasing hair shine and today I wish to share the most effective ones with you. Before that, let me briefly introduce the topic.
Why is my hair dull and lackluster?
I’m sure many of you ask the same question. I used to wonder about that when I was standing in front of the mirror, seeing my hair was getting duller day by day. Was it my fault? Yes and no.
The most popular causes of dull-looking hair, that is reasons why your hair loses its shine:
- loss of moisture as a consequence of heat styling
- too much stress, fatigue
- overuse of styling products
- too frequent coloring and bleaching
- poor diet and lack of proper hair care
- sun exposure without protection
Of course there are many more reasons why hair loses gloss but I don’t want to elaborate on that. I’m sure the causes I’ve listed show you a certain relationship – hair shine depends on how you care for your hair and the whole body. Usually, we are the wrongdoers.
How to condition hair so that it boasts amazing shine?
You only need to give your hair some tendance and then it will never lose health and shine. I’ve noticed that when I devote more time to my hair, it looks lovelier. What are the basic rules of hair care? Not only dull hair but all types in general?
Rule no 1
Let’s keep hair moisturized because this is an essential element of its health. No matter if your hair is greasy or frizzy, it always needs hydration so supply of water is a must. Moisturized hair repays with splendid gloss.
Rule no 2
Let’s regenerate and strengthen the hair. You can’t eliminate hair damage completely but you should use strengthening products regularly: nourishing oils, repair masks, etc. make a brilliant way of bringing back both health of hair and its shine.
Rule no 3
Let’s protect the hair. We can use endless ways. We should provide sun protection and cut down on chemical-laden products. A shampoo is good only when it contains gentle washing agents. A conditioner is good only when it is free from dehydrating alcohols.
My remedies for dull hair
What can you do when your hair is still dull and absolutely shine-free despite the proper hair care? There are plenty of ways of restoring its lost gloss but just some of them really work.
I share a list of my tried and effective remedies for dull hair. Don’t be afraid of testing them! Let me know what works for your hair by posting a comment below.
Remedy no 1
CASTOR OIL + OLIVE OIL
Here’s my favorite blend of oils which lets me boast lovely, shiny hair and healthy scalp. All you do is mix the same amounts of castor oil and olive oil (extra virgin!). Rub the mixture into damp hair, wrap a warm towel around the head and leave in for 30 minutes, ideally for longer.
Remedy no 2
BEER HAIR RINSE
Alcohol doesn’t benefit your hair… unless it’s beer whose formula abounds in valuable ingredients. A hair rinse based on beer is my other way of increasing hair shine. Pour a beer into a glass and let it go flat. Then use it for final rinsing. After 15 minutes, rinse the hair to get rid of the odor.
Remedy no 3
AVOCADO, EGG & OIL MASK
At last, a protein-and-emollient blend that appeals to all types of hair, especially dull hair. This home mask is easy to make (you simply mix a half of smashed avocado with one egg yolk and two spoons of a chosen oil e.g. argan oil). It takes your hair fifteen minutes to get back the vitality and fabulous shine.
