Experts say the most effective solution for people struggling with dull or graying hair is to accept their hair’s natural texture and care for it accordingly.
According to a report by the Daily Mail, Elli Anastasiadis, a PhD researcher at Anglia Ruskin University, found in her research that hair is not only a part of physical appearance but is also closely linked to a person’s identity, self-confidence, and mental well-being.
She explained that hair loss, changes in hair color or texture, and alterations in hairstyle can significantly affect how people feel about themselves and their confidence in front of others.
As part of the study, researchers interviewed 21 men and women about their personal experiences with their hair.
The findings showed that people who had a positive relationship with their hair understood its natural texture, cared for it properly, and did not try to force it to look different from its natural state.
According to Anastasiadis, such individuals do not allow a bad hair day to affect their personality or self-confidence.
Experts also highlighted several everyday habits that can make hair drier and frizzier:
Washing hair too frequently:
Excessive shampooing strips the hair of its natural oils, leaving it dry and lifeless, especially when shampoos containing sulfates are used.
Rubbing hair vigorously with a towel:
This can damage the outer layer of the hair, causing tangling, breakage, and increased frizz.
Using unsuitable hair products:
Shampoos, conditioners, or styling products containing sulfates, alcohol, or certain types of silicones can gradually make hair dry, dull, and weak.
Experts recommend embracing your hair’s natural texture, choosing products that suit your hair type, avoiding excessive shampooing, and drying your hair gently. Adopting these habits can help maintain healthier, shinier, and better-textured hair.
They also stressed that if hair starts turning gray unusually quickly, sheds excessively, or undergoes sudden changes in texture, it is important to consult a doctor or dermatologist.
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