【14 Unintentional but Damaging Hair Habits】
May 14,2024 | BEYOURDIARY GLOBAL
【14 Unintentional but Damaging Hair Habits】
Bad Habits Related to Washing Hair:
1. Delaying Washing Hair and Relying on Hair Volumizing Powder
- This can clog hair follicles and create a vicious cycle.
2. Not Thoroughly Pre-rinsing the Scalp Before Washing
- You should pre-rinse for 1-2 minutes.
3. Using Too Little Shampoo or Not Rinsing Shampoo Thoroughly
4. Brushing Wet Hair While Washing
- Wet hair has the highest friction, causing damage to hair strands.
5. Not Using Conditioner
- Conditioner cares for the hair strands and is unrelated to oily scalp.
6. Leaving Conditioner on for Too Long or Frequent Water Treatments
- Water can damage hair quality; be cautious of over-hydration,
especially for those with high porosity.
7. Going to Bed with Wet Hair Without Drying the Scalp
- This can lead to Malassezia (fungal infection), seborrheic dermatitis, scalp acne, itching, and faster oil production.
8. Rubbing Hair Vigorously with a Towel After Washing
9. Keeping Hair Wrapped in a Drying Cap for Too Long
- Ideally, this should not exceed 5 minutes.
Daily Bad Habits:
1. Picking at Scalp Pimples and Frequently Scratching the Scalp
2. Using Oil-Control Shampoos Continuously to Avoid Washing Hair
- Many people don’t actually have oily hair; if oil appears after more than two days,
it’s not considered oily hair.
3. Infrequently Washing Drying Caps and Pillowcases
4. Frequently Switching Between Multiple Shampoos
- You should use a pattern like aaaaabbbbbccccc based on your personal condition, not abcdefg (a different shampoo every time), as it can make the scalp sensitive.
5. Exposing Hair to Heat or Sunlight Frequently
- Hair can suffer damage from both water and UV/heat exposure.