Your hair reflects your general health and hair maintenance routine. Beautiful, healthy, healthy-looking hair doesn't occur overnight, but it does take commitment to maintain it, good products, and a watchful eye on what works for your own hair. If you're wondering how to take care of hair, it’s all about finding the right balance of care and using products suited to your hair type.

We at Jivanta Herbal believe in the energy of natural products to condition and strengthen your hair without chemicals. Here, we'll take you through all that you should know about hair care, from everyday maintenance to intense nourishment treatment, hair ailments, and the best natural treatments.

Knowing Your Hair Type

Prior to using a hair care routine, one must know about your hair type since various hair types require various treatments. Hair is categorized into classes according to hair texture and hair thickness.

1. Hair Types According to Texture

Straight hair is level and flat and may appear greasy with reference to other hair because the scalp's natural oils find it quite easy to flow down the hair. It would have minimal or no volume and at times could need light products so that it would not become too heavy.

• Wavy hair is not straight, nor is it very curly, and it possesses a loose, natural texture. But occasionally it frizzes, and occasionally it can be managed with light conditioning.

• Curly hair consists of closely coiled revolutions that create its entire shape. Curly hair dries quicker than wavy or straight hair because it is curled and stretched which causes it to dry out and frizz because natural oils cannot reach all the way to the end.

Kinky or coily hair possesses tightly coiled, tightly curled hair that is brittle and dry. It needs to be rough-moisturized and treated with care not to break and to maintain its texture in one piece.

2. Hair Types Based on Thickness

Thin hair possesses fine, wispy strands that become weighed down the moment by thicker products. The hair also becomes oily very fast and might need to be washed daily using a gentle, sulfate-free soap.

Medium hair is equally as thick and straightforward to style and keep in position. The hair is not too oily or excessively dry so it needs careful moisturizing and minimal attention.

Thick hair contains extremely dense hairs, and they are most often coarse and unruly. Thick hair frizzes and sometimes deep conditioning treatments to hopefully remain silky and sleek.

The Best Daily Hair Care Routine

A good hair care routine will leave your hair strong and healthy without harming it. The most critical thing to do so that your hair looks natural is to follow a daily routine depending on the type of your hair.

1. Selecting the Correct Shampoo

The top priority of shampoo for hair has to be your hair's health. Hair has to be shampooed twice or three times a week using a soft, sulfate-free shampoo like Jivanta Herbal Nourishing Shampoo with herbal extracts so that the scalp is washed without getting dehydrated. Shampooing the hair too much dries the scalp, and under-shampooing makes the hair look dandruffy and oily.

If your scalp is oily, apply a clarifying shampoo with natural components such as neem, tea tree oil, and aloe vera. They will keep the sebum level in check and your scalp will be clean and deodorized.

2. Conditioning and Moisturizing

Conditioning is a critical aspect of possessing soft and manageable tresses. Condition, after shampooing, to rehydrate and not dehydrate. Condition the length of the hair and not the scalp, or they will get oily. Let it settle for two to five minutes and wash out under cold water, closing pores by locking in the shine and moisture.

Wet hair is also breakable and brittle, so handle it carefully. Do not rub your hair with a towel as it causes frizz and breakage. Gently pat your hair dry using a microfiber towel or a cotton T-shirt. Air drying is best to avoid heat damage, but if you need to use a blow dryer, use a low heat setting and hold the blow dryer far from your hair.

3. Brushing and Detangling

Brushing distributes natural oils of the scalp to the end, conditions the hair, and maintains healthy hair. Wet hair needs to be detangled with a wide-tooth comb in order not to be broken. Curly hair detangling with conditioner minimizes friction and breakage. Wavy or straight hair needs to be detangled with a boar bristle brush for scalp oil distribution evenly and shine of hair.

How to Nourish Your Hair Naturally?

1. Oil Massage (Champi) for Healthy Hair

Every day's oil massage to the hair results in increased blood flow makes hair roots robust, and conditions the scalp with a mild conditioner. The best hair oils are:

• Coconut oil moisturizes and nurtures hair without stripping any of its protein from it. Coconut oil is typically healthy for all kinds of hair and results in wonderful conditioning.
• Castor oil contains fatty acids that enhance hair growth and prevent hair loss. It is thick in consistency and works best when mixed with light oils such as coconut oil or almond oil.
• Argan oil contains antioxidants and vitamin E and needs to be applied to reduce frizz and give shine.
• Indian gooseberry amla oil is rich in vitamin C and provides reasons for the scalp's health and avoids premature hair graying for a few days because it is a hair growth stimulant and antipyretic in nature.

To apply Neelibhringadi Oil properly, massage with oil into your scalp and hair roots. Leave it on for 20 to 30 minutes before washing it with a shampoo. For the best results, use this oil 2-3 times a week.

2. Home-made Hair Masks for Deep Conditioning

Home-made hair masks give total nutrition and repair damaged hair naturally. Dry and lifeless hair has to be conditioned with coconut milk and an aloe vera mask. Aloe vera gel three tablespoons and coconut milk two tablespoons should be applied to the hair and scalp. Keep the same on hair and scalp for 30 minutes and wash the same with warm water.

Hibiscus and yogurt mask is a fine hair growth treatment. Take two hibiscus flowers and two tablespoons of yogurt and apply on the hair and scalp. Leave it for 20 minutes and wash with mild shampoo.

3. Herbal Rinses for Shine & Strength

• Herbal rinses for the hair encourage the hair to develop its own strength and shine.
• Rice water wash makes the hair shaft stronger, minimizes breakage, and maximizes elasticity.
• Green tea wash not only prevents dandruff but also accelerates hair growth due to its antioxidant effect.
• Neem water wash soothes an inflamed scalp and prevents bacterial as well as fungal infection.

Prevention of Hair Loss Commonalties

1. Thinning & Hair Fall

Loss of hair can be caused by chemical treatment, stress, or diet. Good food rich in proteins like leafy greens, nuts, and eggs makes hair stronger. Weak herb oils and tight hairstyles should be avoided. 

2. Dandruff & Itchy Scalp

Dryness of the scalp or fungal infection leads to dandruff. The application of tea tree oil along with coconut oil stops the condition from occurring. Shampoo with neem and aloe vera keeps the scalp healthy. Scaly condition along with moisturizing and avoiding hot showers stops dandruff too.

3. Split Ends & Breakage

Split ends are one of the reasons for over-heat styling and dryness. Cutting hair every six to eight weeks maintains healthy hair. Natural oil leave-in conditioners and the absence of blow dryers and straighteners used regularly can stop breakage.

Lifestyle Changes for Healthy Hair

1. Diet & Nutrition

A balanced diet also preserves hair. Protein food in the diet such as fish, eggs, and nuts causes stimulation of keratin. Foods that are biotin like avocado and sweet potato build hair, and omega-3 fatty acids present in walnuts and flaxseeds restore dryness. Spinach, lentils, and iron supplements are zinc and iron foods that preserve hair and prevent excessive hair loss.

2. Stress Management

Stress causes hair loss and thinning. Regular relaxation measures like yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises keep the hormonal balance intact and do not cause hair loss due to stress.

3. Hydration & Exercise

Proper hydration keeps the hair moisturized from within outward. Exercise regularly increases blood supply to the scalp, providing oxygen to the hair follicles, and promoting growth.

Protecting Hair from Damage

Not only should hair be moisturizing and hydrating, but the hair must also be guarded against sun exposure, pool chemical use, heat styling, and air pollution. Hair will dry out, break up, and frizz when not properly cared for. Proper hair care will make the hair shiny, healthy, and strong.

1. Heat Styling Safety Precautions

Heat styling equipment such as blow dryers, flat irons, and curling irons are also used for hair styling, but heat damage in excess compromises the hair shaft by causing breakage, split ends, and permanent damage. Heat dries out hair, and hair frizzes, dries, and becomes dull.

• Spray a protective spray on always before styling your hair using any heat styling equipment as a way of placing a barrier between your hair and heat. It softens and moisturizes your hair. Use a protector with herbal infusions and plant oils to nourish and lock in protection on your hair.
• When styling, apply the lowest temperature of the straightener and the curler. Nobody employs low temperatures since everybody wants to hasten the style process, but it breaks and harms the hair. Breaking or damaged hair must be put at a temperature lower than 300°F (150°C), but heavy or thick hair may be utilized up to 350°F (177°C), but not higher.
• Use heat styling tools at most once or twice a week and dry your locks as much as possible. If you have to blow-dry, use cool or medium heat and keep the blow dryer at least six inches away from your locks so that you don't heat them up too much.

For fixing heat damage, add weekly deep conditioning. Apply a Jivanta Herbal Hair Repair Mask containing herbal extracts and natural oils to replace lost moisture and fortify hair from within.

2. Sun & Pollution Protection

Not only does the sun damage skin, but the sun damages hair as well. Protein in the hair structure is damaged by the ultraviolet (UV) rays, and the hair gets dehydrated, brittle, and pigmented. If hair is exposed to the sun for an entire day, the hair becomes weak, loses its luster, and develops split ends.

• To protect your hair from the degrading effect of UV radiation, always cover your head with a hat, cap, or scarf when going outside into the burning sun. It acts as a physical shield against hair coming directly in contact with the sun's rays. For an extra layer of protection, apply Jivanta Herbal Protective Hair Serum, which has natural sunblock properties, to avoid UV ray damage and seal moisture into hair without frizz.
• Pollution is a key factor for healthy hair. Air toxins, smoke, and soot settle on the scalp, fill pores, and cause scalp irritation, dandruff, and excessive hair loss. Pollution causes dryness and makes hair brittle and dull.
• To reduce the impact of pollution, daily shampooing of your hair with water or mild herbal hair spray to remove the dust and dirt is advisable. Shampooing hair too often will strip your hair of its natural oil, so if you are from a polluted city, co-wash (shampoo using conditioner alone) on alternate days.

Gently comb your hair at night to remove dust accumulated on your hair during the day. Use a herbal natural shampoo and neem water or green tea for washing your hair if you come in contact with more dust and pollution to get rid of scalp dirt.

3. Swimming Precautions

Swimming is wonderful exercise, but in fact, it's not all that healthy for your hair. Pool and sea salt water contain chlorine that strips the hair of its natural moisture, leaving the hair brittle, drier, and more prone to breakage.

• Prior to plugging your hair into the sea or swimming pool, spray plenty of coconut oil or Jivanta Herbal Protective Hair Oil on your hair strands everywhere. It serves as a defensive cover against chlorines and sea salt from invading the hair shaft. Alternatively, apply a leave-in conditioner with sun protection to additionally protect your hair.
• Swimming caps are a good means of keeping water or salt water or chlorinated water away from directly coming in contact. There is no hat that can keep water out, but it is a good means of avoiding exposing yourself excessively and preventing hair damage.
• Shower hair with water immediately upon exiting the pool. This washes out chlorine or salt before it dries and harms hair. Gently wash the scalp with mild sulfate-free shampoo to remove impurities without stripping it of its natural oils. Jivanta Herbal Clarifying Shampoo is great because it clarifies chlorine buildup without drying the hair.
• Follow it up with a deep conditioning treatment sealing in the lost moisture. Aloe vera and honey hair masks are like pure magic in replenishing water in dry chlorinated pool hair. Apply the same for 20-30 minutes and wash with warm water.

If you are a regular swimmer, ensure that you use a protein hair growth mask every week for strand strengthening and light damage repair. Jivanta Herbal Hair Strengthening Oil through the blend of amla, hibiscus, and fenugreek may help to fortify the hair against permanent chlorine and salt hair weakening.

Conclusion

Hair care is a natural process and requires good products, a regular routine, and health. With herbal and natural products, you can enjoy healthy, strong, and sparkling hair without depending on chemical additives. Get the best of nature's therapy for hair care from us at Jivanta Herbal.