Long curls have always remained in the sea, but not all girls have managed to maintain such wealth since childhood. The lucky ones who succeed are wondering about basic care. To keep the mop in combat readiness, it is necessary to properly wash, dry, comb and style it. All manipulations are carried out in accordance with the instructions, which professional craftsmen called correct. Let's take a look at the basic care long hair, highlight the main thing.

Choosing a Shampoo for Long Hair

1. In order not to harm the hair, you need to choose the right shampoo. To do this, you need to find out what type your hair is. Discard all-purpose cleaners designed for all types of curls. Also, do not buy formulations marked "2 in 1", they are less effective.
2. Take a look at the line professional tools. Cosmetics of this kind are available in 0.5-1 liter bottles. At the same time, the pricing policy corresponds to a lower consumption, shampoo and balm will last you for a long time.
3. Choose cosmetic products based on individual problems. If you have dandruff or hair loss, look for the appropriate mark on the tube. In this case, the tool must be used for a limited period of time until you get rid of the problem.
4. Never use cosmetic compositions for washing from different manufacturers. Often, these tools have a bad effect in the aggregate. Buy a balm and shampoo of the same series.

Long hair washing technology

1. Follow the washing technique, long hair should not be subjected to any mechanical stress (friction, twisting, wringing). All manipulations are carried out as slowly as possible. The scalp must be treated with shampoo 2 times, only then the product is carefully distributed along the entire length.
2. Some girls do things differently. They dilute the shampoo in warm boiled water, shaken into foam, then rinsed with strands. The washing method is effective, but takes more time. The procedure is also carried out 2 times.
3. After shampooing your hair, use a conditioner. The product is applied to the entire length, retreat from the roots by 1 cm. No need to treat the scalp, otherwise the hair will quickly start to get dirty. When you distribute the conditioner, comb the curls with your fingers, wait 10-15 minutes, rinse.
4. After all the manipulations, collect the hair into a fist, gently squeeze out excess moisture. Hold the strands in the middle, remove the water, going down. Then wrap the mop with a towel, wait for partial drying.

Features of washing long hair

1. Never wash your hair with your head down. After taking the starting position, the hair will become tangled, the structure will be damaged. Wash in a tub, basin, or under a fine stream of water. Before the procedure, do not forget to comb the mop.
2. Set the optimum temperature. Water should not be too hot or, on the contrary, cool. The ideal indicator is 35-38 degrees. After washing, rinse your hair with a decoction of sage, do not rinse.
3. If you are forced to wash your hair every day, choose products that are labeled accordingly. If possible, wean your hair from frequent rinsing, since such actions wash off the protective layer and provoke greasiness.
4. Change shampoo and hair conditioner every 3 months. Over time, the scalp and shock get used to the same composition, as a result of which the product loses its effectiveness. The same applies to masks and serums.

1. After you have washed your hair, wrap the mop with a towel and wait 20 minutes. During this period, water will be absorbed into the fabric, the strands will partially dry out. Do not rub them between your palms immediately after getting out of the bath. Such a move will provoke a mass section, brittleness and entanglement.
2. Long hair is always deficient in vitamins that nourish the strands from root to tip. For this reason, it is necessary to fill the lack of minerals with cosmetic products. After removing the towel, distribute a spray conditioner or leave-in serum through the hair. The product also makes combing easier.
3. Hairdressers unanimously say that ladies with long strands should not use a hair dryer when drying. The procedure should be carried out in a natural way. If you are forced to disregard the rule, turn on the device for cold blowing.

Combing long hair

1. Girls with a very long and thick shock need to first break their hair into strands, then comb each curl separately. After drying, spray your hair with a detangling spray.
2. It is worth remembering forever that combing injures even dry hair. Do not perform the procedure on wet strands, so as not to provoke a section. In the process of drying, comb the mop with your fingers.
3. In all other cases, you must use a wide comb with thick teeth. They are located at a certain distance from each other. Choose from tortoise shell or wood.
4. Plastic appliances contribute to electrification and brittleness. Metal combs oxidize, they must be abandoned forever. With regards to the massage brush, choose a tool with natural bristles.
5. Combing is carried out from the tips, gradually moving up. At the same time, the hair must be well fixed with a fist in the middle so as not to delay the follicles.
6. If you need to unravel the tangle, do not make sudden movements. First, spray the tangle with oil or a special compound that makes combing easier. Then try to disassemble the lump with your fingers, pulling out one hair at a time. As a last resort, cut off the neoplasm.

1. Professionals do not advise long-haired beauties to use appliances that operate at high temperatures. These include a curling iron for the formation of curls, an iron for straightening, thermal curlers.
2. However, in the modern world, you always want to be beautiful, so styling with stylers cannot be avoided. Before the procedure, spray your hair with a thermal protection spray. The composition forms a film that prevents damage to the scales.
3. Exhibit any household appliance to minimum power. It is better to spend more time on the formation of hairstyles. Do not pull long hair into a tight ponytail, such a move will weaken the curls. Try to keep your hair light.
4. Be careful when choosing hair accessories. Do not use hairpins with metal teeth, give preference to crabs or magnetic clips. Long hair cannot always be worn loose, however, fix it with maximum damage.
5. Don't use brushing round comb) during installation. This tool is designed for short hair, in a long mop, the bristles get tangled. Give up Velcro curlers, they electrify the tips and make the hairstyle fluffy.
6. Use stylers with caution. These include foam (mousse), gel, wax, varnish for fixation. These compounds make the hair heavier and make it stiff. To shape the hairstyle, it is better to buy a light spray with the same properties.

Haircut long hair

1. As mentioned earlier, long curls do not receive nutrition along the entire length. The ends suffer from this. To always stick to beautiful hairstyle, cut the cut hair 1 time in 2 months.
2. If the hair is in a more deplorable state, the master should be visited monthly. At the same time, insist on a haircut along the entire length, if you wear strands in a cascade, ladder, bean.
3. Girls living in a big city have the opportunity to cut a mop with hot scissors. Do not neglect this procedure. The tool seals the tips, prevents cross-section and brittleness.
4. Don't spare your hair while cutting. If the hairdresser says that you need to remove 3 cm, so be it. Otherwise, you will have to visit a beauty salon twice a month and it’s great to overpay.
5. After the haircut, do lamination or keratin restoration. The cost of the procedure is 2500-3500 rubles, but the result is enough for a long time. The composition penetrates the structure of the hair, nourishing and healing it from the inside.

1. Body cleansing. If you notice that the hair began to fall out strongly, split and fade, it's time to clean the gastrointestinal tract. Buy at the pharmacy "Polysorb", drink a course, remove poisons and toxins from the body. You can also remove toxins with activated charcoal by drinking 10 tablets per day for 4 days.
2. Hair nutrition. To maintain healthy hair, you need to use a large number of vitamins from food. However, the result will still be insufficient. Buy fish oil capsules at the pharmacy, take a two-week course according to the instructions. Once every six months, drink vitamins aimed specifically at the hair.
3. Moisturizing hair. Hair needs to be constantly nourished with moisture. You can do this with homemade masks or cosmetic serums labeled "Moisture from Roots to Tips." It is also worth reviewing the drinking regimen, use at least 2.5 liters. clean water per day. In summer, the indicated amount should be increased, especially if you have dry hair.
4. Hair protection. Solarium lovers must put on a medical cap before entering the booth. In the summer, spray the strands with a spray with UV protection. In winter, do deep nourishment masks at least 4 times a week. After swimming in the pool, sea or river, rinse the curls with plain water. When visiting thermal complexes, do not neglect the appropriate headgear.
5. Hair coloring. Ammonia products dry out the hair, wash out the beneficial elements from the core, and contribute to the cross section and brittleness. Try to dye your hair no more than 1 time in 2 months, less often is better. If branches are roots, process only them. There is no need to burn the strands along the entire length. Always complete the manipulation with a lamination or keratization procedure.

Long hair care involves washing, combing, drying and cutting according to strict guidelines. However, it is difficult to achieve beautiful hair if you do not adhere to proper nutrition. Take as a basis to eat at least 2 eggs a day. Lean on low-fat dairy products, cheese, chicken. Eat beef and rabbit, fish, seafood. Include cereals, cereals, beans, vegetables, berries, fruits in the menu.

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Long hair care

Healthy long hair is beautiful and feminine. But, unlike short haircut, require great attention. And this is understandable - the longer the life of the hair, the more damage it receives, and this affects the condition and appearance. To keep your hair beautiful and healthy, regardless of its length, we will learn how to take care of it.

Washing head

Hair health starts with shampooing. The key to success is the right choice cosmetical tools. Hair can look unattractive, if only because inappropriate cosmetics are used. Cosmetics manufacturers research hair problems and produce comprehensive series to solve them. Professionals advise for care to purchase products from the same series, where all products work together and complement each other. Which series to choose depends on the condition and type of hair and scalp. If you yourself can not choose hair care, you can always turn to a professional. The hairdresser will determine the type of scalp, assess the condition of the hair and select the products that suit your hair.

The process of washing the head itself also has its own nuances:

It is important to wash your hair with shampoo 2 times. During the first wash, impurities and styling are removed from the hair, during the second wash, the active ingredients come into action. Do not apply the product directly to the hair and scalp. Lather the shampoo with a little water in your hands and apply the resulting lather to your head. This will distribute the shampoo evenly. In this case, pay attention to the instructions on the packaging of the shampoo. If the manufacturer indicates that the product must be left on the hair for 2-3 minutes, then this is how long it will take for the effect of the shampoo to work. Do not neglect this and save time at the expense of healthy hair.

The balm rinse is used every time after shampooing. It is recommended to apply it not to the entire length of the hair, but to about the middle. Start at the ends of your hair and work your way up. This way you are guaranteed not to apply too much product to the roots. Otherwise, you risk getting the look of unwashed greasy hair.

Do not wash your hair with hot or very warm water. Hot water stimulates the sebaceous glands, resulting in hair getting dirty faster. It is better to rinse with cool water after washing: this will not only reduce the work of the sebaceous glands, but the hair follicles will be activated and the scales will be smoothed, which will give the hair an extra shine.

It is advisable to use hair masks at least 2 times a week. For best results, alternate remedies for the prevention of various problems. Using masks against split ends, for severely damaged and weakened, as well as for dull hair - even if you are currently happy with the condition of your hair - will help to avoid these problems in the future and always maintain a delightful healthy look.

Pay attention to dry shampoos. It is not always necessary to completely wash your hair and then dry your hair. You can use dry shampoo to freshen up your hair. Obviously, this is a more gentle procedure for hair.

Protecting hair from traumatic factors

Of course, hair care is not limited to washing. There are many factors that cause injuries: both directly along the length - the visible part, and hair follicles - the invisible part, on which hair growth and nutrition depend. You can reduce your risk of injury by following a few tips:

Avoid daily hot styling. Blow drying, straightening or curling with tongs - all this affects the appearance, causing split ends, dry ends. The longer the hair, the more styling and drying they experienced. To prolong the life and health of your hair, be sure to use heat protectants during styling. It is also important to let your hair dry naturally as often as possible.

If you have used a lot of styling and you do not have the opportunity to wash your hair, try not to brush your hair. You will not achieve a well-groomed appearance, and you will harm your hair very much. In this case, toss the hair with your hands, braid it in a loose braid and pull out a few strands for a deliberately casual look.

Do not comb wet hair and use good quality combs. They shouldn't hurt. Natural wood, high-quality plastic will help maintain density and volume. Ditch metal accessories in favor of other materials.

Weather is also a harmful factor for hair. In the summer, when going for a walk, use products with UV protection. In winter, do not forget about a hat and provide additional nutrition and moisture to your hair: heaters dry out not only the skin, but also the hair.

Extra care for long hair

As an additional care for long hair, visit your hairdresser at least once every 3 months. Even if you have just started growing long hair, the ends need to be trimmed regularly. This procedure will remove split ends and will not allow the hair to delaminate along its entire length.

In addition, there is great amount salon procedures that are worth paying attention to.

The most popular skincare salon procedures for hair:

Lamination, including color: a composition enriched with vitamins is used, which creates a protective film around each hair. Glazing and shielding are also types of hair lamination.

Keratinization is the treatment of hair with a product that contains keratins. Strengthens and restores the structure of even very damaged hair.

Oil wraps: an oil composition is applied to the hair and “sealed” under the action of high temperature. Hair instantly acquires a healthy shine and elasticity.

Biorevitalization or mesotherapy: the essence of the procedure is the introduction of a special vitamin cocktail into the scalp. An unpleasant procedure, but the result lasts a long time.

To determine what is right for your hair, consult with your hairdresser. The master will assess the condition of the skin and hair and recommend the most effective procedure.

The most important rule for beautiful and healthy hair is the regularity of care. Do not forget to pamper your hair, and the result will please you.

Long hair is not only beauty and highlight of the image, but also a great responsibility, because they require suitable, constant and comprehensive care. And what should be proper care for long hair?

Features of long hair

Long hair has the following features:

• They tend to tangle pretty quickly and get tangled up a lot, especially when loose.
• Often the tips of hair of impressive length are lifeless and dry. This is due to the fact that the hair follicles simply cannot fully cope with their main tasks and provide nutrition to the hair from root to tip. There are enough nutrients for the roots, but the tips are deficient.
• Hair ends longer than 25-30 centimeters inevitably begin to split, this is due to the same nutrient deficiency. That is why a full-fledged care for long hair should include the fight against delamination of the tips of the curls.
• All procedures are much more complicated. Hair of considerable length is difficult to comb, style, color and dry. And if all these procedures are carried out incorrectly, the situation will worsen.
• Most often, long hair is of a mixed type, which greatly complicates the selection of funds.

How to care for long hair?

Caring for long hair is not easy, but if following some rules becomes a habit, then the task will be simplified. There are several important points.

Correct combing

Caring for hair of impressive length is, first of all, proper combing. Basic rules for this procedure:

1. You need to start combing gradually and from the tips. Separate one strand, hold it with your hand and start combing the bottom part. Once you've mastered it, go higher. Continue until you have combed the entire strand completely. Secure it with a hairpin and move on to the next one. Do not pull the hair, do not tear, if necessary, untangle it with your hands. If you have any questions, watch the video.
2. Choose the right comb. It is best to use a brush with wooden teeth, it will ensure proper and gentle combing, as well as prevent electrification of curls. The frequency of the teeth is determined taking into account the density of the hair. The thicker they are, the more rare the cloves should be.
3. Do not comb wet hair, in this form they become elastic and brittle, so they can be damaged.
4. Don't comb your hair too often. Twice a day is enough: before going to bed and in the morning after waking up.
5. Complete hair care means protecting them from tangling. To ensure it, before going to bed, collect curls in a ponytail or braid a braid.

Proper washing

Long hair care should include proper washing. Its main rules:

1. Wash your hair about once every three days. With more frequent washing, you run the risk of washing off the natural protective layer and drying out the curls. And more rare washing is unacceptable due to rapid contamination.
2. Wash your hair with warm water. Its optimum temperature is 36-37 degrees. Hot water is harmful and can dry out curls and worsen their condition, just like cold water.
3. If you study the video, you will see that it is better to throw your hair back when washing. This, firstly, will protect against tangling (when leaning forward, it is provided), and secondly, it will provide more thorough washing.
4. Before washing your hair, comb it well.
5. It is quite difficult to remove pollution the first time, so the procedure will have to be repeated.

Proper drying

For drying, it is better not to use a hair dryer, hot air dries and spoils the hair. It is best to let the curls dry on their own. They will dry for quite a long time, so you can wash it, for example, immediately after coming home from work or school, so that your hair dries before going to bed. If you washed your hair almost before leaving the house, then dry it with cool air and a little pressure so that the curls do not dry out and do not get tangled. In addition, purchase a hair dryer with an air ionization function.

Proper styling

Styling long hair is quite difficult, and improper styling can do harm. The most important rules:

1. The best option is to wind slightly damp hair on curlers. It is best to wind the curls at night so that they have time to fix in a curled state.
2. If you use tongs, then choose a model with a ceramic coating, it does the least harm to your hair. The ionization function will be useful and very useful. When curling, set the minimum temperature so as not to burn or dry out the curls. Never straighten or curl wet hair.
3. Study the video so as not to make unnecessary and incorrect movements. Don't pull your hair, don't pull it.
4. Before heat treatment, apply to curls special means(serums, sprays or foams) with a thermal protection function to negate the negative effects.

Choosing the right funds

To carry out complete and proper hair care, purchase the right and suitable means. It is advisable to buy those that are designed specifically for long hair. If you have oily roots and dry ends, get products for mixed type. Use trusted brands containing natural ingredients (vitamins, oils, plant extracts). Read the reviews to find what suits you and likes it. You will need not only shampoo, but also a conditioner, as well as a mask, moisturizing serum or tip oil, and some other products as needed. The best option is a line consisting of several tools. Having picked up something suitable, be constant and do not change shampoo, mask or balm.

Proper tip care

The tips to avoid their section should be cut regularly, as well as moistened. Trimming is desirable to produce once every 1-3 months. Moisturizing should be regular, preferably daily or every other day.

Folk remedies

As reviews show, long hair care using folk remedies no less effective than the use of expensive store formulations. So make different masks based on natural ingredients. Especially useful oils (burdock, castor, olive), fermented milk products (sour cream, kefir), egg yolks, yeast. You can also add vitamins, for example, D, A, E and group B.

Let your curls be beautiful and healthy!

The beauty and health of our hair directly depends on what we eat. Only proper and balanced nutrition is the key to chic curls, but all kinds of diets and severe restrictions harm them greatly. Make sure your diet has enough protein, which contains basic amino acids: cottage cheese, eggs, meat, fish, quinoa, legumes, tofu and nuts. Also, eat fresh vegetables, fruits and vegetable oils, which consist of omega acids important for hair.

Choose the right shampoo

Caring for long hair involves using the right shampoo - one that suits your scalp type. Choose a product for dry, oily or normal skin, and select the conditioner and mask based on the condition and structure of the hair - damaged, normal, porous, thin or dyed.

Use conditioner

It is important to know how to properly care for long hair. One of the points is the regular use of the conditioner - it smoothes the cuticles that open after the application of alkaline shampoo. That is why after using the conditioner, the hair looks alive and shiny. If you ignore this point of care, soon your strands will become brittle and dull.

Choose your perfect comb

Don't know how to take care of your hair? Comb your hair regularly several times a day to smooth out flakes and prevent tangles. Combs made of wood with natural bristles- they do not damage the curls, but, on the contrary, carefully care for them.

Hello lovely girls. Today, let's figure out how to properly care for long hair. After all, long and healthy hair is every girl's dream. But not everyone can boast of this, because due to stress, malnutrition, daily washing, hair becomes dull and lifeless and it is very difficult to grow the desired length. This article provides recommendations on how to properly care for long hair at home and what products to use.

Washing and care products for long hair

Let's take a closer look at how to care for long hair at home. What is needed for this.

Shampoo

The main task of the shampoo is to wash away the dirt, but using it daily, the hair becomes dry and brittle. The ideal option to wash long hair is 2-3 times a week.

Shampoo must be chosen depending on the type of hair:

1. dry
2. fatty
3. normal

There are two types of shampoo: sulfate and non-sulfate. The main difference is that the first type of shampoo is made from petroleum products, and the second is based on natural ingredients.

Pros of sulfate shampoo:

• foams well;
• thoroughly washes away impurities from the scalp;
• in terms of price range - inexpensive.

There are also disadvantages:

• in some cases causes an allergic reaction;
• hair becomes thinner.

Sulfate-free shampoos have the following benefits:

• with frequent washing do not wash off the paint;
• activate hair follicles, which leads to rapid growth;
• made from herbal ingredients.

The disadvantage is the high price.

What choice to make?

It is best to alternate these two types, firstly, the hair will not get used to frequent washing, and secondly, with the help of herbal ingredients, they will become healthy.

Air conditioner

It is the main source for hair maintenance, prevents dryness, provides protection from the sun, it also thickens the hair - all this eliminates further damage.

Vegetable oils

To nourish the hair and to prevent split ends, once a week it is useful to do procedures with the application of various oils. They give hair strength and stimulate blood circulation.

You can buy it at any store or pharmacy that sells cosmetics. Any oil that is available at home is also suitable, for example, olive, burdock, castor.

How to apply oil on long hair?

First, it must be heated so that it is a little warm. Next, massage into the scalp with massage movements and apply to the entire length of the hair, wrap with a towel and hold for 30-40 minutes, then rinse with warm water and shampoo.

Long hair styling products

long hair and good styling make any girl beautiful and self-confident. Owners luxurious hair used for styling various means: hairspray, mousse or foam, gel, wax and more.

Foam or mousse for hair

Used to add volume to hair, to straighten curly hair, for separating strands, UV protection. It is recommended to apply to damp hair - to the roots and to the entire length, then use a comb and hair dryer to dry the hair.

When using a straightening iron or curling iron, you must first apply products that have thermal protection to your hair.

varnish

Assistant in fixing any hairstyle for a long time. In order not to harm the hair, it is recommended to use it after styling is completed. The varnish must be sprayed at a distance of 20-25 cm.

Gel

Of all the above means is affordable and versatile. It allows you to give hair splendor or vice versa to make them smooth. It is recommended to apply in a small amount to the hair roots, if you overdo it, you can get hair in the form of icicles.

Is blow-drying bad for long hair?

How to dry long hair without damaging it? Many people ask themselves this question and think that the most safe way- natural air drying. But Korean scientists conducted research and found such Interesting Facts that blow-drying does not cause any damage to the hair, but it is important to do it correctly.

Each hair is a thin thread that has a protective layer called the cuticle. When hot air is used, the cuticle is damaged. It is important to use the hair dryer at the correct distance and at the correct temperature to prevent this.

Many will be surprised, but natural drying also causes harm to hair. The fact is that when the hair comes into contact with water, each hair swells and the longer this process continues (natural drying of long hair usually takes 2-3 hours), the more pressure is exerted on Thin hair and this can lead to tangible damage and, in the worst case, falling out.

It should be summed up, in order not to harm long hair during drying, it is necessary, firstly, to dry it by 40-50 percent in a natural way, then wipe it dry with a dry towel, and secondly, dry it with a hairdryer at the recommended distance (10-15 cm. ) and at a low temperature, while constantly moving the hair dryer to different areas of the head.

How to properly massage the scalp

For many girls, the highest point of pleasure is 5 minutes in a beauty salon when they give a head massage. Not only that, massage really is one of the easiest and most soothing long hair care tips.

It improves circulation and stimulates blood flow. But every day going to expensive beauty salons is a luxury, you can learn at home how to do a head massage on your own.

Step 1

Sitting, take a comfortable position, try to get rid of distractions and focus. Remove all hairpins, hairpins and elastic bands. Pour some oil into the palms of your hands.

Step 2

Divide the hair into 6-7 strands so that all hair roots are properly nourished. To massage the head, use your fingertips, start massaging the scalp in a circular motion, do not press too hard.

Step 3

Do not disregard the hair that is next to the ear, massage the hair in the opposite direction, grease the ends of the hair with oil.

Step 4

Focus on one part of the head and slowly move to the whole. It is recommended to apply slight pressure with your fingers on the scalp and not on the hair.

Step 5

Head massage is usually done from 5 to 15 minutes, it is recommended to leave the oil for a few more hours so that it penetrates deep into the scalp, damaged bulbs are regenerated and the scaly layer is cleansed.

How to properly care for long hair - using masks.

Let's look at simple recipes for masks for long hair at home.

Homemade hair masks with natural ingredients nourish the scalp and hair roots.

Making a mask is easy and cheap. Below are organic masks that will help restore, strengthen and moisturize long hair.

1. Egg mask makes hair soft and shiny

The composition of the mask includes the following components: 2 eggs, 1 glass of milk, lemon juice from half a lemon, a couple of tablespoons of olive oil.

Mix everything and apply clean hair the prepared mixture, massage the scalp a little and put on any plastic bag on top and hold for 15 minutes.

After the time has elapsed, rinse your hair thoroughly with plain water and it is best to use a fruit shampoo so that there is no bad smell. Thanks to this mask, the hair will become shiny, loss and dryness will decrease.

2. Banana mask for dry hair

Bananas are available at any time of the year, they are rich in potassium and natural oils. The mask contains the following components: 2 overripe bananas, a tablespoon of honey and olive oil.

Mix everything (chopped bananas thoroughly) and apply to the entire length of the hair for 10 minutes. Rinse hair with plain water. The mask strengthens hair, prevents brittleness and maintains elasticity and resilience.

3. Yogurt mask for moisturizing hair

Yogurt has antioxidants, vitamins and moisturizing properties. The mask contains the following components: a glass of yogurt, 1 tsp. apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp honey.

Mix everything and apply to the entire length of the hair for 15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with plain water, using a shampoo to prevent the lingering smell of yogurt.

The mask on the one hand moisturizes, on the other hand it helps to control greasy hair while removing excess sebum.

There are many different hair masks from a variety of components. If you make a mask once a week, then the hair will be healthy and beautiful.