Most people would love to have thick and shiny hair. After all, thick hair is considered to be a sign of health and vitality. If you have thin hair and would love to have thick hair that seems to add to your appearance there is a lot you can do about it. The appearance and texture of your hair is dependent largely on the diet you eat and the manner in which you care for your hair.
It is vital that you drink more than eight glasses of water everyday and keep your body well hydrated. A balanced and nutritious diet is essential to ensure that your body gets the vitamins, minerals and proteins essential for its maintenance and growth. Very thin, dry and damaged hair can be a sign of severe dietary deficiencies in the body. It is important that you eat three to four servings of fruits and vegetables every day.
Wash your hair only when required. Most hair doesn’t need to be washed every day. Opt for a shampoo and conditioner that is ideal for your hair type and cleanses and moisturizes it well. A voluminizing shampoo will help make your hair appear thicker. A leave-on conditioner will also keep your hair protected and feeling soft. A dry scalp that produces little natural oils may result in thin hair.
You can stimulate the scalp by massaging it with your finger tips and also by combing or brushing it twice or thrice daily. Try to avoid brushing or combing your hair when it is wet as it tends to break easily. Increased hair fall will also add to the appearance of thin hair.
Some haircuts and styles make your hair appear thicker. A layered cut is one such cut, as are short haircuts. Your hair stylist will recommend layers at different lengths of the hair so as to highlight your face and hair color to the fullest. Run your fingers through your hair while you blow-dry it. Instead of combing or brushing, use your fingers to style your hair after it is dry. You could use a brush to gently curl your bangs to give your face a softer look. A body wave will also help your hair look thicker, as would color it a dark shade and highlighting and accenting it well.
If you have thick hair and wish to make it look thinner then it is important to ask your hair stylist for a haircut that will help create this effect. Thinning scissors are used for this purpose. Try a shampoo and conditioner that is designed to make your hair look and feel thin. Paul Mitchell’s ‘Super Skinny’ does just that. Avoid using a voluminizing shampoo. You may also wish to have your hair straightened, as straight hair tends look thinner.
At ‘The Esani Institute’ you will learn how to care and style hair to make it your crowing glory. The institute is a Paul Mitchell Partner School and takes pride in offering teaching styles that suit every student. The institute offers courses in cosmetology, skin care and styling.
