How to strengthen hair, make it thicker. Masks, folk remedies, recipes

To try out trendy haircuts, you need to have thick and healthy hair. How to make your hair look voluminous and beautiful without causing damage, you need to figure it out in more detail.

How to make hair thicker at home. Thin hair care rules

You can make the strands thicker even in a week.

At the first stage of hair care, it is worth deciding on the concept of density, which includes the following characteristics:

• volume;
• pomp;
• thickness;
• the amount of hair.

The desired result can be achieved by increasing all of the above indicators. Thin hair is not a blemish or aesthetic flaw. However, their owner experiences a number of problems in the form of entanglement, breaking, incontinence of the desired styling. Thin hair is in need of urgent rehabilitation.

It will turn out to achieve a result if you follow the rules developed by specialists:

Safety rules for hair care:

• drying with a hairdryer in hot air mode is prohibited;
  
• in cold weather, a hat should be worn for protection;
• on the eve of laying with thermal devices, thermal protective agents should be used;
• before going out into the active sun, you will need SPF sprays.

Hair washing rules

For styling, it is recommended to use a special curling iron with a low temperature regime and a protective coating - brushing. To add volume to your hair, dry your hair with your head tilted down.

Each person turns to washing her hair at least once every 5-7 days, most perform this procedure much more often. The desired result of pomp and density of hair can be achieved to a greater extent due to such a simple, familiar procedure for care, turning it into a new way to revitalize and improve.

How to thicken your hair with the usual rules of shampooing is worth considering in more detail:

• Shampooing should be carried out as it gets dirty, not often (so as not to disrupt the functioning of the sebaceous glands and worsen the health of the hair) and not too rarely (the scalp does not receive enough oxygen due to pollution, sebaceous plugs form, the look becomes unaesthetic).
• Use running water before shampooing and to rinse it off. Thanks to tap filters that improve water quality, hair remains as clean as possible.
  
• It is necessary to choose the right temperature regime for washing your hair. Hot water rinses away dirt build-up and makes the hair shiny. But after that, the dried hair becomes electrified. The sebaceous glands under the influence of hot water become so active that the hair becomes dirty after 1-2 days. Regular slightly warm water does not allow the hair to experience stress, the sebaceous glands work in the correct mode, the hair structure thickens.
• Rinsing at the end of the procedure is recommended with a decoction of herbs: St. John's wort and nettle for brunettes, calendula - for brown-haired women, pharmacy chamomile - for blondes.
• The shampoo must be selected precisely for the type of hair.
• The right balm conditioner is of great benefit.

The above features are beneficial to the hair, but other treatments should be used to maximize the effect.

Nutrition for hair problems

Nutrition is the basis for a well-groomed hairstyle with healthy hair. Attention should be paid to products containing zinc, vitamins of group C, bioflanoids.

Namely:

• thanks to fatty fish (salmon, halibut, mackerel) with the content of omega-3, proteins, iron, vitamin B12, the skin becomes healthy, and the hairstyle acquires beauty and shine;
• in case of allergic reactions to fish products or due to vegetarianism, a small amount of flaxseed oil should be introduced into the daily menu;
• fermented milk products contain protein substances and calcium, which help to strengthen the hair structure (curd products, sour cream, yogurt);
  
• in fresh vegetables with green enzymes (spinach, cabbage, broccoli), vitamins A and C are present, due to which protective sebum is produced;
• eggs contain proteins, vitamins 12 and biotin, which are so necessary for the human body;
• hair loss stops thanks to nuts containing selenium, zinc, linoleic acid;
• white meat of chicken and turkey is considered to be a source of iron and protein;
• legumes in the form of lentils and beans help strengthen the follicles;
• Whole grain bakery and pasta based on durum wheat have a beneficial effect on the body and hair growth due to the presence of vitamins, zinc and iron;
• hemp and olive oil improve the structure of curls;
• fruits with a large amount of vitamins of group C in the form of oranges, apples, kiwi, grapefruit bring considerable benefits.

Head massage for thickening hair. Execution technique

Many cosmetologists know how to make hair thick with massage.After all, this procedure stimulates the follicles and promotes blood flow to the roots. Regular massages have a positive effect on the muscles of the head and increase the tone.

Head massage is recommended by trichologists in order to:

• improve the tone of the head;
• stimulate the blood supply to the follicles;
• quickly assimilate nutrients and medicinal substances;
• prevent skin diseases;
• achieve shine, external beauty and health of hair.

There are 2 main massage technologies:

1. Curative view helps to eliminate migraines, insomnia, drowsiness, fatigue, nervous disorders, pain in the neck and back of the head.
2. Cosmetological appearance: helps to cure seborrhea, moisturizes the skin, strengthens the follicle structure, promotes rapid hair growth.

When carrying out any of the existing types of massage, it is necessary to use oils of natural origin with the content of vitamins and nutritional components.

You do not need to do massages in the following cases:

• scalp injury;
• in the event of fungal diseases;
• rash of abscesses;
• with symptoms of eczema;
• due to hair loss;
• increased body temperature affects the general condition;
• frequent overwork;
• inflammatory processes of the lymph nodes;
• hypertonic disease;
• diseases of the blood vessels.

To get the most out of the treatments, it is necessary to perform them 2 hours before washing your hair, this stimulates the sebaceous glands under the skin and blood supply. Movements should be performed vigorously and smoothly, preferably along the arteries and veins. The massage will become more effective if done with warm, warm hands.

Finger technique

Thanks to the course of massages using this technique, the hair acquires shine and beauty. You need to perform the massage in a comfortable sitting position. During the process, fingers should be kept at a distance of 15 mm between themselves. At the same time, the palms are in a relaxed, slightly bent position.

For massage you need to do the following:

• trim long nails so that they do not damage the skin;
• use essential oil with useful components in the composition;
• perform movements in one direction, starting from the temples, back of the head, forehead to the crown;
• at the first stage, the circular movements of the fingers should be slow, upon completion - more active;
• the procedure ends with light circular movements;
• you need to pay special attention to massaging the back of the neck.

Twitching hair

To induce a rush of blood to the scalp, you need to perform a massage using this technique.

To do this, you should:

• make several strands of the entire hair volume;
• pull each part slowly several times, while holding it with three fingers;
• the procedure should be performed every 2-3 days, not more often;
• at the final stage, apply a nourishing hair mask.

Scalp rubbing

How to thicken your hair by towel rubbing your scalp should be considered in more detail. For this procedure, a soft and fluffy bath towel with good rubbing properties is suitable. Hair does not need to be rubbed too hard and for a long time, keeping in mind the purpose of the procedure - gradual regeneration and filling of capillaries with blood in the integument.

The first renewed hair appears 3-4 months after the start of the course. They give the impression of a short hair, then they go down and are compared to the rest of the long curls.

During the rubbing process, hair naturally falls out. Those that are not ready to fall out cannot be removed even by intense friction. The procedure should last until the first signs of itching, tingling, pain. The optimal time for one rubbing is 2 minutes.

Homemade shampoos. Recipes and instructions for use

To avoid contact with ingredients hazardous to hair, you can make your own hair care products.

For oily hair

To get rid of the manifestation of shine due to excessive sebum secretion, it is necessary to prepare a product based on:

• 0.1 kg of peas;
• 100-200 ml of water at room temperature.

Step by step actions:

1. Grind the beans in a coffee grinder.
2. Pour the resulting powder with water and leave overnight.
3. In the morning, apply the product over the entire length of the hair in an even way.
4. Keep in this position for 30 minutes.
5. Wash off the shampoo under warm running water.

Cleaning takes place after the first use of homemade mass, they acquire smoothness externally and internally.

Dry hair type

Such a product usually contains ingredients that cannot dry out the scalp and hair roots.

For cooking you will need:

• 1 egg yolk;
• 1 tbsp. l. castor or flaxseed oil;
• 5 drops lemon juice.

Preparation:

1. Connect all components.
2. Apply a homogeneous mass to hair, spreading over the entire length.
3. Leave to soak for 12-15 minutes.
4. Wash off the mass under running water.

To obtain lather and facilitate distribution, add a little PH-neutral clear shampoo to the product. These procedures help to achieve the desired result, the hair will be healthy and easy to style.

Deep cleaning of the scalp

The key to strong, silky hair is a healthy scalp. According to trichologists, she needs peeling, like other parts of the body. After all, sebum and keratinized cells form on the skin, due to which sebaceous plugs form, dirt accumulates, elements of care and styling products.

All of them contribute to pore clogging, causing dandruff, hair breakage, slowing hair growth and impairing the overall condition of the hair. Every 4-5 months, you need to carry out acid peeling in beauty salons and use special products for deep cleaning of the skin.

Such procedures will help:

• remove accumulated dirt;
• improve microcirculation;
• activate cellular metabolism;
• improve hair growth.

Thanks to regular peeling procedures, the scalp has a normal tone and timely regeneration, the follicles receive proper nutrition, and sebum regulation is normalized.

Recipes and rules for the use of home masks

How to make your hair thick at home, you will find tips for making masks:

• Based on sea buckthorn oil, the mask is suitable for restoring and strengthening hair. To get the desired result, you need to heat the sea buckthorn oil a little in the microwave, apply it to your hair, then wrap it with cling film and a towel. After 2 hours, wash off the mask and wash your hair using shampoo.
• Lemon oil remedy. The mask is great for colored hair. For cooking, you need to combine lemon juice (2 tsp) with castor and burdock oils (1 tsp each). Then heat up and add a little lemon juice. Apply the mixture warm to the strands, wrap with a towel. Rinse off under warm running water and wash with shampoo.
• To saturate the hair with nutrients and strengthen the hair follicle, preventing hair loss, use 1 tsp. Mix all the elements thoroughly and grease the head with the resulting mass. Keep it in this state for 60 minutes, wrapped in plastic wrap and a towel. Then wash off everything with shampoo.

Review and prices of cosmetics for thickening hair

At home, you can use common store cosmetics for thicker curls.

Hair is well nourished thanks to products:

• a nourishing and restorative mask for dry hair type, in case of damage - Dercos brand shampoos and balms (on average, 2000 rubles per unit);
• shampoo and mask Elseve Complete Recovery (500 rubles);

  

• family Vishshi Derkos with an updated formula (700 rubles);
• deep cleansing shampoo-scrub Dercos Micro Peel Anti-Dandruff Scrub (900 rubles).

Pharmacy products for hair density

The best hair restoration products that you can buy at a pharmacy include the following:

• "Tar shampoo" based on birch tar and burdock root extract. Price 80-120 rubles.
• Vitamin complex "Derma" with proteins and vitamins, restores the functionality of the follicles. The cost is 650-700 rubles.
• "Nizoral" promotes the activation of hair follicles and sebaceous glands. The tool is sold at a price of 725 rubles.

Also on the shelves of pharmacies you can buy castor, almond and flaxseed oils, saturated with vitamins and amino acids. Thanks to various pharmacy and home complexes, you can make your hair healthy and silky. Their density will also be noticeable over time. You need to be patient and follow the basic rules for hair care.

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