Hair Care

Having healthy, beautiful, and strong hair is not just for aesthetics, in fact, it can impact your well-being in various ways as well as your state of mind. Healthy hair can boost self-esteem and confidence, making you feel more comfortable in your own skin. Well-maintained hair can also create a positive first impression and make you appear more polished and professional. You can have all this and more with a proper hair care routine!

How to Establish a Hair Care Routine

The three main aspects of any hair care routine are washing, drying, and styling. However, there are many other factors to consider for the best results. Here are the steps you need to establish a hair care routine that suits your hair:

Identify your Hair Type

Your hair is like a garden that needs the right tools and techniques to be properly nurtured, and for that to happen, you need first to understand your ‘soil’, which in this case, is your hair type. Several aspects determine your hair type, including texture, diameter, density, elasticity, and porosity. 

The diameter factor determines whether your hair is coarse, while the density factor will help you determine if your hair is thick or thin. As for the texture aspect, it will determine if your hair is straight, wavy, or curly, while elasticity determines how well your hair can hold any styling. Porosity is your hair’s ability to absorb moisture and product. Once you do the test for each aspect and determine your hair features, you will be able to choose the right products for proper hair care. 

Buy the Right Hair Care Products

Now comes the main step behind an efficient hair care routine: choosing the hair products that complement your hair type. The essential hair products for any hair type are shampoo, conditioner, microfiber towel, heat protection, and styling products. Additional products you can add are dry shampoo, hair serum or oil, and scalp massager, which can also benefit your routine. Thin hair, for example, needs a product like Iraltone Fortifying Shampoo for Thin Hair, which stimulates the hair follicle, enhancing growth, reinforcing keratin, and restoring vitality and hydration to the hair.

Determine Hair Washing Schedule

It’s a known fact that hair should not be washed more than three times a week. However, this can change according to your hair type and other variables. If you use a lot of products on your hair, you will find that your hair will be oily faster and need washing more frequently. It also depends on your lifestyle like if you participate in certain sports like hot yoga or swimming. At the same time, it’s advisable to wash only twice a week and use dry shampoo on non-wash days.

Conditioning, Drying, and Styling

Conditioning your hair should be a part of every hair care routine since it nourishes and treats your hair after shampooing. Try this Garnier Avocado & Shea Butter Conditioner, which is suitable for all hair types for healthier and stronger hair. Avoid applying conditioner on your scalp and target the mid-shaft of the hair to the ends. Make sure you use a conditioner that targets your hair concerns, like hydration for dry hair or volumizing for thin hair. For drying, try to give your hair a break from heat and let it air-dry every once in a while. If you choose to use heat, use a heat protectant spray before blow-drying or using hot tools. As for styling, try to style your hair gently, avoiding tight braids or ponytails.

Tips for Curly Hair Care

Your curly hair might feel like it’s a wild beast that needs to be tamed, but once you take proper care of it, it’ll be like wearing the most glorious crown. Curly hair tends to be drier, so avoid shampooing it too often. Stick to once or twice a week, and make sure you’re using a sulfate-free shampoo to preserve the natural oils in your hair. Conditioner is curly hair’s best friend, so choose one with ingredients like shea butter, coconut oil, and argan oil. This Cantu Shea Butter Mask for Natural Hair is perfect for healthy, tight curls. Don’t forget to add leave-in conditioners and curl creams to your curly hair care routine! We recommend this Garnier Almond Hydrating Leave-In Milk, which aims to deeply moisturize hair without weighing it down.

Tips for Dyed Hair Care

Hair care routines for dyed hair are a little different than usual ones in order to maintain the new hair color and strengthen it. Shampoos for dyed hair should not be harsh; you’ll need formulas specifically designed for dyed hair that cleanse without stripping color or moisture. Remember that over-washing dyed hair will make it lose its color quickly, so stick to washing it twice a week and using a dry shampoo in between. For conditioning, Look for products rich in nourishing oils and proteins to combat dryness and color fading. Finally, heat is not the best for dyed hair, so maximize air-drying your hair or use an efficient heat protectant spray. We also recommend using a leave-in conditioner with SPF when outdoors since UV rays can cause hair dye to fade.

Best Hair Care Products

If you’re looking for the best hair care products to add to your routine but don’t know where to start, we are here to help you out with this list of highly recommended products from our store:

1. Giovanni Tea Tree Triple Treat Shampoo 250ml
   
   

This shampoo is formulated with Eco Chic Technology, and it contains Botanical Oils of conditioning rosemary, cooling peppermint & calming eucalyptus. Tea tree is known to be the best in cleaning the scalp from any build-up, leaving it fresh. Giovanni Tea Tree Triple Treat Shampoo also helps to improve circulation and refresh and calm the scalp. 

1. Chi Rose Oil Protecting Hair Conditioner 340 Ml

The best conditioner for dyed hair, Chi Rose Oil Protecting Hair Conditioner restores moisture to colored hair to get rid of dull and dry hair. It has a low pH, which helps preserve hair color by coating the hair's outer cuticles while extending the hair's color life. It also has Vitamin C, which revitalizes hair and gives it more shine.

1. Energy Crystal Serum Hair Treatment 100 Ml
   
   Split hair ends are one of the most common hair issues for women, and this product can help you eliminate it for good! Energy Crystal Serum Hair Treatment nourishes the scalp, which helps hair grow thickly and gives it the perfect length. It also features a formula for strengthening hair from roots to ends, which prevents hair loss. 

1. Garnier Replenishing Shampoo with Honey
   
   Garnier Replenishing Shampoo with Honey features a new recipe for repairing damaged and weak hair, which includes benefits extracted from the beehive. This recipe includes Repairing Royal Honey, which is known to strengthen hair from its roots, and Protective Propolis, which is known for its protective properties that leave your hair soft.
   
   
2. Garnier Cream Hair Dye 8 Light Blond

Looking to change your hair color without destroying it? Garnier Cream Hair Dye 8 Light Blond is enriched with olive oil, avocado oil, and shea butter to condition and protect your hair. It’s ideal for covering gray hair or even changing hair color naturally from Garnier. If you’re looking for a darker color, check out Garnier Color Naturals Hair Dye 1+ Dark Black.