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Imagine you are just walking out of the salon and your hair looks utterly fabulous! Your cut is fresh. Your hair shines perfectly. Your curls fall just the way they should. Everything about your hair is perfect.<\/span><\/p>\n However, after a week goes by and a few washes occur, you\u2019ve noticed some of the shine is gone and nothing is falling the way it did when you first left the salon!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We all know the feeling.<\/span><\/p>\n But don\u2019t worry, there are still things you can do to keep your hair looking its best until your next salon visit. In this blog, we\u2019ll share 5 tips for caring for your hair between salon visits. From using the right products to protecting your hair from damage, these tips will help you keep your hair healthy and looking great until your next appointment.<\/span><\/p>\n If you can, avoid washing your hair every day. Over-washing can strip your hair of its natural oils, leading to dryness, frizz, and breakage. If you must wash daily, use a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner to minimize damage.<\/span><\/p>\n We also suggest that when you do wash, use warm, rather than hot water. Hot water can also strip your hair of its natural oils, leaving your hair dry and your scalp irritated.<\/span><\/p>\n If you want your hair to look its best, you need to use quality hair products. This means using products that use only natural or proven ingredients for protecting and stimulating your hair.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n For example, your shampoo and conditioner should be free of:<\/span><\/p>\n These harsh ingredients will strip your hair of all of its natural, protective oils, leaving it dry, brittle, and often unmanageable.<\/span><\/p>\n On the other hand, quality hair products contain surfactants that are easier on your hair – cleaning rather than stripping it. Many contain botanicals and essential oils to nourish your hair as well and give the shampoo a natural, fresh fragrance.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for a way to help keep your hair looking healthy and hydrated between salon visits, then consider trying a silk pillowcase.<\/span><\/p>\n Plus, it\u2019s a luxurious way to sleep!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you want your hair to look its best, you need to deep condition it regularly. This will help to restore moisture and protect your hair from damage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n At Elan, we carry an excellent selection of over 20 different hair masks and deep conditioners from Orib\u00e9, Kerastase, R+Co, and R+Co Bleu. Be sure to ask your stylist for recommendations for your hair.<\/span><\/p>\n Between your regular appointments, you might consider getting a keratin smoother or keratin express smoother in the salon. A keratin smoother seals the cuticles of the hair with a protein shield that gets rid of frizz and makes the hair softer and shinier. Keratin makes your hair more manageable and gives it a smoother feel. If you get a keratin treatment after coloring your hair, the keratin will seal the color into your hair and add a healthy shine.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019ve read our blog for long, you know what we\u2019re about to say. If you want to keep your hair looking its best between salon visits, it\u2019s important to limit the use of heat styling tools when you can. Heat is an amazing tool for styling hair, but with frequent use, it can damage your hair, making it dry and brittle.<\/span><\/p>\nDon\u2019t Wash Your Hair Every Day<\/b><\/h2>\n
Use Quality Hair Products<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Try a Silk Pillowcase<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Deep Condition Your Hair Regularly<\/b><\/h2>\n
Limit the Use of Heat Styling Tools<\/b><\/h2>\n