Our hair is one of the most important parts of our body to care for… as it has so many uses. From making a statement with colour, to having the most amazing up-do for your wedding day, it is important to make sure that your hair always looks its best. Soft, shiny, luscious locks are easier to achieve than you may think, and you can find out how here. From tips for getting your washing routine right, to using natural beauty products like murumuru butter you’ll find everything you need by reading the easy to use tricks below.
Top eight ways to achieve shiny hair:
Read on to discover our top eight tips for achieving beautiful, shiny hair with just a few simple adjustments to your usual hair care routine.
1. Don’t wash your hair every day. This can cause your scalp to over produce oils and leave your hair greasy. This greasy, super oily look is not the shine you were looking for! Instead, wash your hair every 2-3 days and allow your scalp’s natural oils to do their job.
2. When washing your hair, avoid the lather, rinse, repeat routine. The way that you should be washing your hair is to rinse your hair first, massage your shampoo into the roots and then rinse off.
3. Gently squeeze the water out of your hair when towel drying. How many times can you be found rubbing your hair dry with a towel? Did you know this could actually cause breakages? Instead, use your towel to gently squeeze out excess water to avoid damage which takes away from your all-important shine.
4. Invest in some murumuru butter. Derived from the murumuru palm native to Brazil’s Amazon rainforest, murumuru butter is a lightweight and non-greasy product you can use on your hair. It has many uses, including nourishing, moisturizing and strengthening your hair, leaving you with the perfect shiny finish.
5. Use a hair mask to add some shine. An all-natural hair mask perfect for adding shine can be made with equal parts honey and olive oil. All you need to do is apply it to damp hair and cover with a towel for half an hour before washing out with a mild shampoo.
6. Argan oil spray is a great shine adding product. Some hair spritz products contain ingredients which can cause more damage than good. Argan oil is a natural alternative which will add shine whilst improving your hair texture too. Plus, you only need a small amount for it to work!
7. Invest in a natural, stiff bristled brush. A humanely sourced 100% wild boar-hair brush will help draw natural oils from your roots to the ends of your hair, producing a natural shine.
8. Maintain a healthy diet. Drinking plenty of water and eating as much fruit and vegetables as you can will ensure your hair remains hydrated and healthy, with all the vitamins and minerals you need for a natural shine.
Now you know just how easy it is to achieve naturally shiny hair. With these tips and tricks, you can be sure to make some small adjustments to your hair care routine and not only add a natural shine, but ensure your hair is healthy too.
