Fried hair ends are a result of dry and damaged hair mainly caused due to excessive heat and chemical treatments. Not all who undergo heat or chemical treatments suffer from fried hair ends, but the ones who do not take extra care of there are likely to suffer.
Sun exposure, chlorine, harsh chemicals in colouring, straightening and perming and heat stress from curling irons and blow dryers all conspire to make your hair porous, brittle, dry and dull. Your hair can become damaged for a variety of reasons.
Though trimming is the best way to get rid of damaged hair, you can also try some natural, safe and effective home remedies to help repair your dull and lifeless hair.
Here are the top tips to repair or prevent fried hair ends:
* Use a gentle shampoo and wash your hair no more than twice a week. Frequent shampooing makes hair more brittle.
* Finish shampooing with a shot of cool water; this can close the hair cuticle, resulting in shinier, smoother hair.
* Olive oil is very good for damaged hair. Packed with fatty acids, several antioxidants and vitamin E, olive oil heals the damaged layers by sealing the cuticle with moisture. It also protects the hair from further damage. Apply warm olive oil on your scalp and hair shafts. Massage gently for a few minutes, and then cover your hair with a warm towel. Leave it on for at least 30 minutes or overnight. Finally, shampoo and condition your hair. Follow this remedy at least once a week.
* Beat 2 egg yolks and combine them with 1/2 cup mayonnaise for use as a conditioner. The egg yolks contain L-cysteine, an amino acid important for hair growth. Beauticians have long recommended mayonnaise for its emollient qualities. Make sure you concentrate it at the ends to repair fried ends.
* Being rich in vitamins, fat, protein, essential fatty acids and natural oils, avocado can help repair your damaged hair. Avocado coats and softens the hair to keep it hydrated and flexible. It can also prevent free radical damage to your hair in the future. Depending on the length of your hair, mix the pulp of ½ to 1 ripe avocado and 1 to 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a blender until you get a thin, smooth consistency. Apply it to your hair, paying special attention to the ends. Leave it on for about 1 hour and then wash it out.
* Eggs can provide nutrients and nourishment that has been depleted from damaged hair. Egg yolks have protein, minerals and essential fatty acids that can nourish the hair strands and impart a natural shine. Plus, the enzymes in egg whites help cleanse your hair and scalp. Massage 1 whisked egg on your scalp and hair for a few minutes. Cover with a shower cap and leave it on for 20 minutes. Then, rinse with cool water and shampoo as usual.
Use the following treatments regularly and follow the tips to prevent and treat your damages fried hair ends effectively.