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You should avoid using the same shampoo all the time as your hair will eventually build up a resistance to it and your hair will suffer so about every ten washes you should use a different shampoo to wash out all your old one. The results will make rather a noticeable difference to the shine of your hair. Hair that is not washed at all and even in some cases left unbrushed or uncombed will after about three months actually become self cleaning. Your hair will be shiny and bright without ever having to wash it again. A strange but interesting fact, although you would have to be quite brave to be able to walk about with unwashed hair for three months. Try to avoid the use of hair spray or mousse after you have washed your hair as this will cause the hair to bond together and thus make it very hard to cover any area that is slightly thinning. If possible, wash your hair leaning over a basin or the bath, so that blood circulation is increased around your scalp and hair roots. Continue this by gently massaging your head with your fingertips while shampooing, begin at the nape of the neck and use the pads of your fingertips, keep your nails well clear and don't use your entire hand. Gently rotate your scalp (not your hair) with circular movements, travelling towards the crown of your head. Do this in a slow gentle fashion for a couple of minutes. Next exert a little more pressure as you move towards your hairline. At the same time use the thumbs to move over your ears towards the temples. Take your time and relax and enjoy your shampooing ritual, you will feel the benefit after you have finished. After shampooing rinse your hair well, then pat your hair dry with a towel as opposed to rubbing it with the towel. If you can get someone of the opposite sex to shampoo and massage your hair and scalp for you then you will feel that it relaxes you even more. Try to use a conditioner after every wash as it smoothes down the tiny scales that cover each hair. This seals the inner core of the hair against damage from the weather. Conditioners also help to prevent static. Rub the conditioner into the ends of the hair (not at the roots or they may look greasy) and leave for a couple of minutes. Rinse off and wrap hair in a warm towel to absorb the excess moisture. Do not rub the hair dry with the towel just pat dry then brush hair into required style. A good brush and comb should be used to keep your hair in good condition. A comb should have rounded teeth with no rough edges. Your brush should be made from a good natural bristle, these bristles should be firm but flexible, with rounded ends to prevent damage. Every time you wash your hair, wash your brush and comb, and make sure everyone in the household has their own brush and comb. Cleanliness is very important in looking after the condition of your hair. Your hairdresser should be a friend to you and not just someone who cuts your hair. Find someone that understands your hair and your style of haircut. Tell them about your worries, they will be glad to give advise to you about anything that is a problem for you. If your hairdresser does not give you proper advise change hairdressers, there are lots of them about, and once you find the one for you stick with them.
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