Friday, February 13, 2015

Beauty Tip: Dull and lifeless strands

The fix: Lock in shine

Think of the outermost layer of your hair, the cuticles, as shingles on a roof; and those shingles must lie as flat as possible for shiny strands.

Anything from friction to hot water to humidity can ruffle up the cuticles, resulting in a lackluster mane. Residue and product buildup are also culprits of sapping shine.

To clarify and smooth cuticles, pour an apple cider vinegar rinse (a tablespoon of vinegar to half cup of water) over damp hair and comb through. Let it sink in for five minutes, rinse with cool water, and follow up with conditioner. The acidity in the vinegar complements the pH of our hair, which helps seal the cuticle and makes it lay flatter.

If you can’t stand the stench of vinegar, try Paul Mitchell Clarifying Shampoo Three, 10.14 Ounce [ $10 from Amazon.com]

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