As you age, it’s normal for your body to go through many different changes. Changes in your hair are a part of that process. Hair naturally changes color and texture over time. Sometimes that means having thinner hair or less hair as you get older. As you get older, you can support your hair growth in several ways:
- Washing less frequently. Washing your hair too frequently can cause it to become dry and brittle. Don’t shampoo too much. Keep your scalp clean by washing it at least twice per week.
- Use conditioner and volumizer. Using a conditioner after you shampoo your hair can help add moisture to replenish hair’s sheen and natural oils that may have been stripped away.
- Choose the right product. Do you color your hair? It’s best to see a professional stylist who can help choose the safest dye for your hair type. They can also provide tips on the best shampoos, conditioners, and other hair products.
As you age, it’s common to start eating less. Sometimes, this may lead you to become nutritionally deficient. Because hair follicles are made mostly of protein, it’s important to include protein into your diet. Most people experience some hair loss as they grow older and the rate of hair growth slows as well. Your scalp may become visible, but hopefully your eyesight will have deteriorated, so you don’t notice. Use a good quality shampoo that is formulated for aging hair or permed/styled hair. If the shampoo is good, you only need to use ½ to 1 teaspoon. Too much shampoo can make your hair dry and frizzy. Use a good conditioner, and only apply it on the hair, not on the scalp. Once a week, use a weekly intensive pre-shampoo conditioning treatment. It will restore moisture, strength and elasticity.
Choose a brush that is cushioned at the base with rounded, plastic prongs. A daily hair brushing really does stimulate the circulation in the scalp and gives your hair an instant polish! Use an oval, paddle shaped hair brush with natural or nylon bristles. Neither can hurt, and they will help. To improve hemoglobin levels, take a daily supplement containing iron and vitamin C or your doctor may prescribe one for you. There’s no one who has the hair at 60 or 70 that they had at 15. That’s why it’s important to take care of your hair as you age.
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