Curly hair is quite attractive, exotic and pretty, however, it requires specific care to make it look healthy.
But why? Usually wavy hair it tends to dry out more easily, therefore, it needs special products for its hydration. Likewise, knots and frizz should be avoided in this type of hair, since both problems get in the way of its growth.
It should be noted that, in addition, the constant use of elements such as tweezers, the iron or the dryer burn it. However, it is also affected by some chemical treatments or dyes, a lot of exposure to the sun, salty sea water, chlorine in the pool or water that is too hot. All these factors can contribute to the hair looking and feeling literally burned, weakened and in this case without defined curls, according to the portal Better with Health.
This spiral shape prevents natural oils from reaching all of the hair. Therefore, one of the most common recommendations when caring for curly hair is avoid shampoos with sulfates, which tend to dry out the hair moreaccording to the magazine ABC Seville, in her beauty section.
vitamins for curly hair
The following are some of the best vitamins recommended by the portal PanoramaWeb, in its beauty and health section, to grow curly hair to the waist or more.
Vitamin B7
- Without a doubt, it is one of the most popular and recommended vitamins for hair growth.
- Also called biotin, this is an essential vitamin for Chinese hair care, as it moisturizes it deeply and prevents it from accumulating fat or even dandruff.
Vitamin E
- This nutrient promotes blood circulation in the scalp, which quickly stimulates hair growth naturally.
Vitamina K
- This vitamin, which for many is not so well known, also deeply nourishes the curls and makes them define immediately.
- Vitamin K adds softness, shape and texture while significantly lengthening curly hair.
Masks to grow curly hair
olive oil and rosemary
Ingredients
- A quarter cup of olive oil (50 ml).
- Five drops of rosemary essential oil.
Preparation
- Heat a quarter cup of olive oil without boiling.
- Pour into a glass bottle and add five drops of rosemary essential oil.
- Mix well and with a few drops massage the burned hair.
- Place a plastic cap to act for about 20 minutes.
- Then wash with shampoo and conditioner as usual.
- This mask can be repeated once a week.
- It is recommended to reserve it for a maximum of one month (in a place where it is not exposed to the sun) and heat it a little each time it is used.
Almond oil, beer and mustard
According to a study carried out by the National University of the South, in Argentina, almond oil contains a lot of vitamin E, which is moisturizing and repairs split ends.
For its part, there is no scientific evidence that beer is beneficial for hair, while mustard has a large number of omega-3 fatty acids, that would be beneficial for the processes related to hair loss, according to research carried out by the Justus Liebig University in Giessen, Germany.
Ingredients
- Two tablespoons of almond oil, 32 grams.
- Half a glass of beer, 100 ml.
- Two tablespoons of mustard, or instead, mayonnaise, 30 grams.
Preparation
- Pour the oil and mustard into the glass with beer.
- Once everything is prepared, mix well until a homogeneous paste has been formed.
- Spread the product through the hair, emphasizing the ends.
- After letting it act for approximately 30 minutes, remove with a good amount of warm water.
Mayonnaise, olive oil and egg
Ingredients
- Egg.
- One tablespoon of olive oil (15 ml).
- Two tablespoons of mayonnaise (30 ml).
Preparation
- In a bowl place an egg and beat well.
- Then add a tablespoon of olive oil and two of mayonnaise.
- Mix until the three ingredients are homogeneous.
- Apply to hair, place a plastic cap and leave for 20 minutes.
- Then rinse with plenty of water and wash with shampoo and conditioner for damaged hair.