INTRODUCTION
Knowing your hair type and getting proper hair treatments according to your hair adds life to your hair. Here are some pinpoints to know your hair type. We have also provided suitable hair treatments and hair color ideas.
HAIR TYPES
STRAIGHT HAIR
Having straight hair naturally is a blessing on its own. If you have straight hair you will need less care as compared to other types of hair. Straight hair tends to be less frizzy and less oily. Some tips for straight hair include shampooing them regularly, use dry shampoo on the days when they get a little oily. Use the best conditioner after shampooing them. Try to create volume while making messy hairstyles. You can get blow-dry and deep conditioning treatments from salons to keep them nourished and for volume. Sleek hairstyles like a simple bun or a tight ponytail suit well. Hair colors like streaks, balayage, and caramel give a more elegant look. Colors like light brown, golden brown or ash brown create a very good look. Streaks make the illusion of voluminous hairs. Highlights or ombre also give a flattering look to your straight hair.
WAVY HAIR
Wavy hair can be recognized by its flexible, loose waves, near the straight hair and in between the straight and curly hair. They are more voluminous than straight hair and have a little texture as well. The main feature of wavy hair is that it’s wavy as compared to S-shaped curls. The shape of the follicles is oval which gives a wavy look to the hair. They need more care than straight hair because they are a little more textured and are dry. Getting the right treatments according to your hair types can change the whole game. The best treatment is to get oil treatments, nourishment, and deep conditioning to your hair. Hairstyles like a half updo, half bun, beach waves, and open hair with little braids at front suit wavy hair so much. If you have wavy hair and want to get a hair dye to go for cold or ash colors like gray, lilac, or purple. Balayage or ombre is also a perfect match for wavy hair.
CURLY HAIR
Curly hair has tight waves, loose or tight curls. They have a lot more texture than straight and wavy hair. The type and extent of curls depend on the type of hair and are different for different individuals. The follicles of curly hair have an oval shape. They run vertically downward, from the skin to the dermis. If the follicle comes into the dermis then it will produce curly hair. One of the biggest benefits of having curly hairs is that they are very versatile. You can make whatever hairstyle you want. You can style them with different accessories like headbands, pearl pins, or bandanas.
They need a lot more care as compared to straight or wavy hair because they are usually frizzy and dry and tend to get oily earlier. The best treatments include those which provide nourishment. Some people also go for permanent or temporary hair straightening treatments. Hair colors for curly hair are red, blonde, burgundy, dark brown, or platinum.
TIGHT CURLS
Tight curls are also called coily hair because of the shape of curls. These are naturally very dry, frizzy, and spongy in texture and are sometimes soft and fine. Strands have tight curls from the scalp and also have shrinkage. People also get tight curls to form the salons which are done using a coil-shaped curler. The S-bends are well-defined and start to form the roots. Use a sulfate-free and non-leathering shampoo. Try to use oil moisturizers and hair serums to prevent damage and dryness. Get a trim regularly if you have tight curls as they tend to have split ends fast. The best hair colors for this type of hair are golden, brown, blonde, silver, and red.
KERATIN TREATMENT
Keratin treatment is a chemical process that is done to smooth the frizzy and dry hair. It lasts from 6 months to one year. This treatment makes your hair more manageable and soft. You can only air-dry it without having to blow dry or straighten them up. Sometimes keratin treatments include more heat and chemicals which cause hair fall so try to discuss it with your salon persons so you can get a damage-free treatment.
HAIR STRAIGHTENING TREATMENTS
Hair straightening treatments are both short and long-term. Short-term treatments include straightening hair with a straightener. Permanent hair straightening treatment includes the use of chemicals and heat. This can cause long-term damage to your hair if goes improperly treated. So using proper hair serums and keeping them nourished help to avoid the damage. Oiling them properly is also useful after getting hair straightening treatments.
SCALP TREATMENT
A scalp treatment is like a detoxing and cleansing mask for your hair. The treatments come in different forms like foams, sprays, and oils. Their main goal is to provide nourishment to hair and prevent any damage. They detoxify the scalp and bring in moisturization to the hair.
DETOXIFYING HAIR TREATMENTS Detoxifying hair treatments are also available in different salons. They are used to kill any pathogens or fungus residing in your scalp and also help to get rid of dandruff. The hair feels more silky and shiny and lightweight after this treatment.
THE MOISTURE TREATMENT
The Moisture Treatment provides deep moisture to the hair from the roots to the ends giving them a smooth, silky, and shiny look. They are provided after any hair trim to prevent dryness. These treatments are very beneficial for dry, frizzy, and damaged hairs and also for curly or wavy hair. Hair straightening and hair coloring also produce dryness which can be reduced by getting hair moisture treatments.
Getting your hair trimming or hair cut regularly is also very important to get long and healthy hair. It also avoids the split ends and gives you a fine look. Getting a good haircut according to your face shape and hair type can change the whole look.
Some people prefer short hair nowadays or find it difficult to deal with long hair. But for parties or other events where a good hairstyle is an important part of the whole dolling up process, they get hair extensions. They are both permanent and temporary. You can have extensions that match your natural hair texture and hair color.