Amber mentioned having problems with dullness in her hair recently, so I thought a post about some solution might be of use both to her and any of my readers who despise those Pantene ads where Laetitia Casta’s hair looks like a big brunette ribbon of glossiness.
Unfortunately, I have to tell you that it’s your fault your hair looks like dishwater. Too much heat styling (of which I am also guilty) causes dullness due to the loss of moisture. So if you must blow dry every time you shampoo, or perhaps you’re in permanent love with your flat iron (this means you, Amber) – lay off. It’s not helping!
Of course, I certainly don’t plan on ditching my Chi; in my opinion, a shiny cowlick is still an eyesore. However, there is hope through the magic of hair products: choose products containing humectants. Humectants are substances with the ability to attract water, providing moisture to the upper layers of the hair and skin. We recommend conditioning with a product containing humectants like Oscar Blandi Balsamo alla Crema Conditioner for Chemically Treated Hair to recover lost shine.
Just don’t over-apply: too much of the humectants will make your hair limp and somewhat hard to style. Sigh…it’s not easy being glossy!
Photo source: harpersbazaar.com
Hey! I never straighten my hair! That’s you…
gosh, mean.
Thanks for your tips. I will try this.