Hair that glows with a healthy shine is the most alluring aspect of our beauty. The secret of attaining a healthy brilliance is taking care of the hair structure with special shampoo, conditioning and hair masks. Maintaining a nutritious diet is another important factor of hair health.

The first step to a healthy shine is cleansing the hair with purifying shampoo. To avoid greasy hair it is vital to take care of the scalp skin. Special shampoo that normalizes the hydro balance of the skin will prevent greasiness. Shampoo with extracts of lemon and amino acids will decrease the oil content of your skin and heal dry hair ends. The healthiest ingredients in a shampoo are natural plant extracts, and herbs such as chamomile, rosemary, soy protein and jojoba oil. Dry hair needs moisturizing products with extracts of aloe vera and seaweed. Damaged hair needs to be treated with rejuvenating products containing lipids, amino acids and mineral complexes.

Hair washing must always be accompanied by conditioning. When choosing your hair products look not only for fixing properties but also nourishing care. Extracts of henna and plants, natural ingredients and herbs will help rejuvenate the hair. Shine is achieved by light reflecting off the smooth surface of the hair. Shiny hair depends on how smooth the structure of the hair is. Conditioning works to repair the surface of the hair while masks penetrate the hair to improve its structure and elasticity. Smoothing serum will heal split ends and add extra conditioning. Light styling will maintain the hair’s health and shine quality. Modelling lotions, fixing balsams and dry finishing sprays add style to your hair and keep it clean. It is best to cleanse your hair about 2 to 3 times a week.

A diet of nutritious foods helps maintain beautiful healthy hair. A well balanced diet with vital nutrients will promote hair growth and strength. There are select foods that are essential for great hair. Salmon is rich with omega-3 fatty acids which are needed for scalp health; it is also a high quality protein source and contains vitamin B 12 and iron.
Green vegetables such as spinach, broccoli and Swiss chard are an excellent source of vitamin A and C which are great for hair. Legumes such as beans and lentils promote hair growth. Nuts are an excellent source of zinc which prevents hair shedding. Poultry and eggs are rich in protein to strengthen the hair. Whole grains and oysters are a great source of zinc. Low fat dairy products like skim milk and yogurt contain calcium which stimulates hair growth, and carrots contain vitamin A which is great for a healthy scalp.

Maintaining a nutrient rich diet of lean protein, fruits and vegetables, legumes, whole grains, salmon and low-fat dairy will provide your hair with healthy essentials.  Taking good care of the hair by regular washing and conditioning will keep your hair healthy and shiny.