Healthy Hair Tutorial:
So We tell you How Hair Conditioner Works and Why we use Hair conditioners.
Questions:
These days hair conditioner is an integral part of the hair management process.
So how does hair conditioner work?
How important is it to keep your hair healthy?
What’s in this gunk that makes your hair so sleek and shiny?
Also, there are several conditioners available in the market – dry hair conditioner, colored hair conditioner, conditioner for damaged hair, curly hair conditioner, etc.
What is Hair:
- Well, to understand conditioner first you need to understand hair.
Hair is 97% made up of dead cells containing the protein keratin, which is negatively charged. - From an anatomical level, hair is made up of three main components: the medulla, the cortex, and the cuticle, which is what we are going to focus on today.
- The cuticle is made up of dead skin cells that overlap. They stick to each other thanks to hydrogen bonds, forming the outer layer of your hair.
- These outer layers determine whether or not your hair looks good. When they are firmly pressed down, the cuticle layers are neatly aligned, allowing light to reflect off the surface, which gives your hair its healthy sheen.
- When your hair is frizzy or dull looking, it means that the overlapping cells are not lying flat. Your scalp typically excretes natural oils that keep the cells down, but there are many ways these oils can be stripped away.
- Using a strong shampoo or staying under the sun too long can do the trick. With time, the surface cells on your hair also tend to become loose and snag against the surface cells of other hairs.
- So no matter what, the scruffy, tangled look is pretty hard to avoid. This is where the conditioner comes in.
FAQs
Yes, you can use conditioner on oily hair, but it’s advisable to choose a lightweight, oil-free formula. Focus the application on the mid-lengths and ends, avoiding the scalp to prevent excess oil buildup.
Many conditioners work effectively within a few minutes, but some deep-conditioning treatments may recommend longer durations. Always follow the product instructions for the recommended leave-in time.
Yes, you can use a regular conditioner and a hair mask in the same hair care routine. Apply the conditioner for everyday moisture and use the hair mask weekly or as needed for deeper conditioning and repair.
Yes, there are conditioners specifically formulated for color-treated hair. These conditioners help preserve color, prevent fading, and provide additional hydration to counteract the potential drying effects of coloring treatments.
Yes, you can create a DIY conditioner at home using natural ingredients like yogurt, honey, coconut oil, or aloe vera. However, it’s essential to ensure the ingredients are suitable for your hair type and needs.
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