SOME COMMON MISTAKES WOMEN MAKE THAT CAUSE HAIR LOSS

There are very few women in the world, who are not obsessed with the way they look - they are constantly concerned whether they are spouting any pimples, if there are any obvious wrinkles and most importantly, if their hair is looking great.
However, many a times, we only do things that harm and damage our hair; the bigger problem is that we do not even realise that we are doing something wrong.

This article aims at looking at some of the most common mistakes, women all over the world make, and the easiest ways of rectifying the same.

· Many women head straight into the shower without giving a second thought to how tangled their hair might be. Wet hair is the weakest, which is why when you comb wet hair, they break much more. This is why it is crucial that you comb your hair properly before washing it. When you remove all knots, you can be sure that even post washing, there will be minimal knots. Alternately, you could keep a wide toothed comb in your bathroom and gently comb your hair after applying conditioner.

· There might be many women who will comb their hair before they wash it, but they will detangle only the ends. This is yet another mistake, because it is important that hair be combed from the scalp down. By using a wooden or similar brush, you will be able to stimulate the natural oils in your scalp. This will also ensure that there are minimal post wash snarls in your hair, avoiding unnecessary breakage.

· Then there are those who think that washing their hair everyday will make them clean and healthy. However, washing hair everyday only ensures that the natural oils are washed away and the hair starts to look lifeless. If you do feel that you need to wet your hair every day, simply use water and no cleaning agents such as shampoos.

· For many women, choosing a shampoo depends on who is endorsing it or how pretty the bottle looks. However, when you are picking out a shampoo for yourself, you need to make sure that it is something that suits your hair as well as your scalp. It is best that you steer clear of shampoos that contain parabens or sulphates. While sulphates are what make shampoos lather up, too much of it can cause irreversible damage to the scalp. Parabens, on the other hand, are more like preservatives, but can cause skin irritation and even problems in the eye. Firstly, figure out what your hair type is, and then choose a shampoo that matches it.

· Conditioning is just as important as the shampoo, which is why you need to pick it out with care. However, you need to make sure that you do not over condition your hair. It might seem tempting to squeeze out a generous amount of condition and apply it liberally, but it is better that you use only a small amount each time.

· So you have washed your hair with the correct shampoo and used just the right amount of conditioner in the appropriate manner. But if you dry your hair too vigorously, you could be in deep trouble. It is best that you use a soft cotton towel for your hair and simply blot your hair first. You can shake out the strands by running your fingers through them and allow them to dry out naturally. Bring out your hair dryer only when it is really required.

· While a normal hair dryer might not cause much damage, a hot iron certainly will. There are a lot of people who will give the excuse that they used their hot iron or curling tongs because they are in a hurry. But when you apply such extreme heat to wet hair, the follicles get damaged, leading to hair loss. Allow your hair to dry out properly, before using any such devices.

· So you are careful about how and when you use your curling or straightening irons, but are you sure that you are giving the care your hair needs, when it is being treated with so much heat? Whether you are using such styling tools or are constantly out in the sun, you need to ensure that your hair is protected. There are numerous serums and lotions that can be used on hair in order to offer an elevated level of protection to your hair, mainly against heat.

· If you are someone who likes to use hair spray, make sure you do not use it before you style your hair. There is normally some amount of alcohol in most hair sprays, and when you apply heat after spraying your hair with alcohol, it is bound to burn up! So, keep the hair spray for after you have completed styling your hair.

· Back combing your hair for a special occasion is fine, but making a habit out of it, will certainly cause immense damage to your hair. Back combing will not only damage the cuticles of the hair, but also make detangling the hair difficult later on.

· It is important to understand that hair is just delicate as your skin, which is why you should not subject it to a high number of treatments. If you have recently permed your hair, and the curls are starting to come out, leave your hair to come back to the normal texture. Allow it to remain in their normal condition for a few weeks, before you decide to colour it or straighten it permanently.

Your hair is your crowning glory and it is up to you to take care of it and nurture it. By making some simple changes to your normal hair care routine, you can certainly have stunning tresses!