Picking the right shampoo and conditioner is very important for your hair, and an expert has shared what ingredients to seek for "a healthy, strong and luscious look".
Hairdresser at Milk and Blush Nicole Petty spoke exclusively to GB News about what people should look for in their shampoos and conditioners.
Nicole said to look for hydrating ingredients such as "aloe vera, shea, argan oil, jojoba oil and coconut" in their products.
She explained: "They are ideal for nourishing and smoothing locks to help keep them hydrated and boost hair growth.
The doctor recommended types of ingredients that are good for your hair
GETTY"Aloe vera contains vitamins A, C and E, which promote a healthy scalp and hair and boost cell turnover.
"Shea butter contains fatty acids and vitamins that can repair damaged locks while argan oil contains key nutrients like vitamin E and fatty acids that can enhance shine and moisturise dry strands."
Jojoba oil "hydrates follicles and improves blood circulation", which helps the hair grow faster and healthier.
Coconut oil will keep your hair moisturised and "prevent dreaded split ends from occurring thanks to its high levels of lauric acid".
The hairdresser added: "Rosemary is high in antioxidants and has anti-bacterial properties, which are linked to faster hair growth. The ursolic acid in the rosemary works by strengthening circulation in the scalp to allow more oxygen and nutrients to the hair follicles."
With washing your hair, "detangle your locks, as your hair is most fragile when wet as water naturally weakens the protein bonds, which form the hair shaft."
Nicole advised: "Aggressively attempting to detangle hair mid-wash when it is most vulnerable can result in excessive hair fallout, split ends, and breakage, so brush through your hair first to protect it."
Avoid using your nails when massaging shampoo into your scalp as this can cause unnecessary "damage". Using the tips of your fingers works much better.
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The expert told women to detangle their locks, as their hair is most fragile when wet
GETTYThe temperature of your shower matters considerably too, as "hot water can be beneficial for helping products absorb deep into the hair. It can also strip the hair of its natural oils".
The expert explained: "It can lead to dryness and excessive oil production to compensate for a dehydrated scalp and tresses.
"This can cause scalp flaking and itchiness, resulting in strands feeling dry and brittle and leading to breakage.
"Instead, rinse your hair with lukewarm water to preserve the natural oils in your hair and retain moisture."
