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Do you want shiny hair? No matter how textured your hair is, there are many ways to make it shiny. You can use a hair mask, then style your hair to increase the shine of your hair, practice hair care habits and keep your hair healthy.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Use a hair mask

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   Use eggs. It sounds weird, but actually eggs can do wonders for hair. Egg yolks nourish hair by adding moisture to keep hair from dulling. Egg whites cleanse the hair by removing everything that accumulates in the hair. In eggs there is also protein to help strengthen hair. The result will be a smooth, shiny hair after just one treatment. Here's how to do it:
   • Beat an egg in a small bowl.
   • Wet hair.
   • Pour eggs on top. Use a thin comb to brush your hair from root to tip.
   • Leave the eggs in your hair for at least 15 minutes.
   • Wash your hair with shampoo as usual. Rinse cold water for maximum effect.

   

   
   

   Laura Martin

   Licensed esthetician Laura Martin is a licensed esthetician based in Georgia. She has been a hair stylist since 2007 and has been a beauty salon teacher since 2013.

   

   Laura Martin
   Licensed esthetician

   Laura Martin, a licensed esthetician, said: "For salon hair polishing, ask your hairdresser to use it hair polishing products. This product has the same chemical process as the temporary dye but does not contain any pigment. It adds shine to the hair, while closing the hair cuticles, making it smoother. "

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   Try apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar is quickly becoming a popular all-natural hair-shine conditioner. Apple cider vinegar balances the pH of the hair, cleanses the hair and leaves it feeling soft. The smell of vinegar in your hair should also disappear once the hair is dry. Follow the steps below to condition your hair with apple cider vinegar:
   • Wash your hair with shampoo as usual but don't use conditioner.
   • Pour 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon of water over your head. Comb your hair from root to tip. Long hair may require 2-3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar.
   • Leave apple cider vinegar in your hair for 5 minutes, then rinse your hair with cold water in the shower.

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   Make an avocado mask. Avocado contains natural fats that help nourish the hair and brighten it. Use ripe avocados to make it easier to spread the mixture over your hair. Try an avocado hair mask when your hair is dry and needs a moisturizing boost.
   • Mash one avocado to make it well. You can also use a blender or a food blender to blend the butter.
   • Wet hair.
   • Spread butter on your hair from root to tip.
   • Leave the butter on your hair for at least 15 minutes.
   • Wash your hair with shampoo as usual. Rinse with cold water.

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   Use honey. Honey has hygroscopic and cleansing properties. With the combination of the two above properties, honey has a glossy effect on dull hair. Fresh honey is the most nutrient dense, but any type of honey works. How to make a honey hair mask as follows:
   • Mix 1/4 cup honey with 1/4 cup warm water.
   • Wet hair.
   • Comb the honey mixture on your hair.
   • Let the honey stay on your hair for 15 minutes or longer.
   • Wash your hair with shampoo as usual. Rinse hair with cold water.

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   Intensive hair treatment. If your hair is not shiny because of dryness, dullness and lint, then an in-depth hair care solution may fix the problem. You can buy a deep conditioner at the store or make your own with coconut or olive oil. Once a week, you should follow the following steps to condition your hair:
   • Wet hair.
   • Brush 1-3 cups of coconut or olive oil over your hair, from roots to ends. Cover your hair with a shower cap or food wrap.
   • Let the oil soak for up to 30 minutes.
   • Wash your hair with shampoo. You may need to wash two or three times to remove the oil. Rinse with cold water.
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Method 2 of 4: Styling the hair

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   Apply dry conditioner to your hair while it is still wet. If you are dry, your hair may look dull when it dries. A good dry conditioner can prevent hair from drying out and dulling. While your hair is still wet, apply a little dry conditioner (coin size) to your hair. Use a brush from roots to ends.

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   Allow hair to dry naturally. Yes, the Brazilian hair straightener will make your hair shiny and smooth at first. However, after a while, the drying and straightening of the hair results in damaged, dull and rough hair. By letting your hair dry naturally, you avoid the risk of damaging it. After a few weeks or months, you should begin to see a noticeable difference in hair texture: the hair will be softer and more shiny.
   • Avoid using heat styling tools as much as possible. Straighteners, curlers and the like can help make hair look beautiful in no time, but in the long run, your hair will become dull.
   • For optimal results, you should wrap your hair into loose buns or braid your hair to avoid tangles when your hair is dry. With curly hair, you can gently squeeze the hair and style it desired before it dries.

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   Use hair shine oil. Once your hair is dry, smooth the shine oil over the curls. A good product will give hair an instant shine and protect hair from damage. Wait for hair to dry completely for best results.Less is better, so don't apply more oil than a coin, depending on the length of your hair. You can buy hair oils or use one of the following oils:
   • Olive oil
   • Argan oil
   • Almond oil
   • Jojoba oil
   • Castor oil
   • Coconut oil

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   Try a hair serum. This product is specially formulated to give hair shine. The hair polishing serum contains silicone and other ingredients for an instant shiny hair. Most hair shine serums will work on wet and dry hair.
   • Using a hair serum every day may have the opposite effect you might expect. The silky silicone that builds up in the hair over time leads to dullness. You should keep the serum for special occasions.
   • Look for a serum that does not contain alcohol. Alcohol will dry your hair.

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   Try to avoid confusion. Shaggle is the enemy of shiny hair. The ruffled strands of hair make the hair look dull and rough instead of soft. Whether it's straight or curly hair, you can remedy this problem in the following ways:
   • Wash your hair with cool water. The cool temperature allows the hair shaft to flatten rather than stand up. You will be amazed at the difference this simple tip makes.
   • Do not use a towel to dry your hair too hard. You need to pat your hair gently and let it dry naturally. Vigorous wiping will cause hair to stand up and frizz.
   • Use a thin comb instead of a hair brush. Brushes often break hair, especially curly or wavy hair. The broken strands of hair will rise and become tangled. You should use a hair comb. Remove your hair while it is still wet, starting with the ends of your hair gradually moving up.
   • Use silk or satin pillowcases for pillows while sleeping. People with curly hair know this tip is great for messy hair. Cotton fabrics absorb moisture, making hair dry and ruffled. Satin or silk helps to preserve the natural, untidy state.

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   Trim your hair regularly. Eliminating split ends will make hair shine. You should also ask your hairdresser not to use chemicals and heat styling tools.

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   Hair styling. Many people think it is impossible to style hair without using heat. However, with a little effort, you can still let your hair dry naturally and still have good results. Apply a bit of a mild curling product and split hair with your fingers, then brush it into the desired style. When your hair is dry, fix the sections by twisting or clamping as you like. Once the moisture has evaporated, you can use your fingers to dab the conditioner to fix the hair. advertisement

Method 3 of 4: Keeping hair healthy

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   Shampoo less. Washing your hair too often removes oily hair from your hair, a natural oil that protects and keeps hair healthy. Hair that has lost its sebum will easily break, dull, and dry. To keep your hair shiny, you should only wash it with shampoo no more than once or twice a week.
   • It may take two weeks or longer for your hair to rebalance and get used to less washing. You may need to tie your hair up during the transition period.
   • Between washes, you can clean the roots with a dry shampoo. This product will absorb oil without removing the oil from the hair.

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   Use natural products. Shampooing and styling with chemical products can damage hair over time. Many shampoos, conditioners, and styling products contain ingredients that can further damage your hair. Look for all-natural products that do not contain the following ingredients:
   • Sulfate. This substance is commonly found in shampoos. They are powerful cleansers and will strip your hair of natural oils.
   • Silicone. It is commonly found in conditioner and hair polishing products. Silicone will eventually build up in the hair and cause dullness.
   • Alcohol (alcohol). It is most commonly found in gels, hair sprays, and styling products. Alcohol will dry out your hair over time.

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   Avoid harsh hair treatments. Dyeing, bleaching, permanent straightening and curling can cause lasting harm. Changing the natural state of your hair will eventually lead to dry and brittle hair. You should avoid strong products whenever possible.
   • Henne dyes can make hair extremely dry similar to natural bleaches, such as metal salts. Temporary dyes will be a less harmful option.
   • Use honey or chamomile tea to naturally lighten hair.

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   Adopt a healthy diet and lifestyle. No matter what you do with your hair, you can't have naturally shiny hair without being healthy from the inside. Eating nutritious foods and staying hydrated is the way for you to have beautiful hair. Try to eat as many of these foods as possible for the healthiest hair possible:
   • Fish, beef, poultry, eggs, beans and other foods rich in protein. Hair is made up of protein, and will be affected immediately if you don't eat enough protein. Combining energy-rich carbohydrates with protein is especially effective.
   • Avocado and nuts. These foods contain healthy fats that help keep hair thick and shiny.
   • Vegetables are rich in nutrients. Green leafy vegetables like spinach (spinach) and kale are great for hair health.

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   Drink a lot of water. When the body becomes dehydrated, the hair loses its healthy appearance and begins to weaken. Drink plenty of water to help keep hair healthy. Make sure to drink 8 glasses of water a day.
   • You can stay hydrated by eating water-rich fruits and vegetables. Choose watermelon, berries, apples, cucumbers, lettuce, and cabbage.
   • Drink herbal teas and other caffeinated teas to stay hydrated.

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   Protect hair from external aggressors. Sunlight, extreme temperatures and environmental pollution can keep hair from its healthiest state. Protect your hair from damage by taking the following measures:
   • Wear a hat when the sun is strong. Sun exposure is very powerful and can damage your hair if you don't protect your hair.
   • Wear a swimming cap when swimming in the lake. Chlorine will dry out the hair and leave streaks on it. If you go swimming without a swimming cap, wash your hair as soon as you get out of the pool.
   • Don't go out in the cold when your hair is wet. Your hair can become icy and messy.
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Method 4 of 4: Care for different hair types

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   Create a natural shine for hair. Coarse, curly hair will fold and refract light instead of reflecting light. To add shine, try conditioner, conditioner and hair serum. These therapies will help increase moisture, smooth the cuticles, and reflect light.
   • Try rinsing your hair with apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar can smooth the cuticles, making hair look smoother. You can mix 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with 1 cup of water to rinse your hair after shampooing your hair.
   • Use a hair conditioner dry conditioner. Aloe vera, coconut oil, olive oil and jojoba oil can all be used as a dry conditioner. Apply 1-2 tablespoons of oil to your hair while it's still wet. Let hair dry naturally with conditioner.
   • Complete your hair care with the hair shine serum. Buy a serum containing mineral oil for maximum shine. You can also finish with Moroccan or coconut oil to condition your hair and give it a shine.

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   Create shine for treated hair. Hair that has been dyed or bleached over time often becomes dry and frayed. Instead of just polishing your hair, you should use hair treatments at the same time. Good hair care also helps hair to last longer.
   • Use hair polish instead of dyeing. Hair-polishing products don't just change hair color. It is a transparent coating that helps condition the hair and protect it from dryness. As the name suggests, this product will also help with shiny hair.
   • Wash your hair with cold water. This simple trick will help the dye last longer (similar to washing clothes with cold water to preserve the color). Cold water also smooths cuticles and helps hair shine.
   • Avoid strong hair products. Hair cleaning products, hair sprays and other products containing sulfates and alcohol can strip your hair of moisture, color, and shine. Use natural products that are formulated to moisturize your hair.

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   Shine heat damaged hair. For shiny hair, many people use a dryer and straightener daily. Over time, this causes hair to break and become frayed.If you want your hair healthy and smoother again, now is the time to stop using heat to treat your hair.
   • Let hair dry naturally for several months. Store all of your heat styling tools away and give your hair a chance to recover.
   • Concentrate on conditioning your hair. Use a deep conditioner, hair mask, and a hair brush to help restore hair health. This will reduce frizz and result in more shiny curls.
   • Use an oil or hair serum to polish your hair when it is dry. Oils or serums will help protect hair better than dry conditioner, while also giving the hair a lustrous look. Try Moroccan oil, coconut oil, or jojoba oil. Focus on the ends of the hair that tend to dry faster than the rest of the hair.

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   Shine thinning hair. When your hair is thinning, you need to take very gentle care if you want healthy shiny hair. The aim here is to add shine and thickness without causing any further damage to the hair.
   • Let your hair dry naturally whenever possible to avoid further thinning with the heat styling tools. When your hair is dry, clip it around your head to lift the roots. This can make your hair thicker without having to use a hairdryer.
   • Curling hair without heat. Use fabric curling instead of curling irons or hot curlers. This way you can gently add volume without damaging or losing hair.
   • Finish with a mild serum. "Heavy" dry conditioners, gels or hairspray mousse will cause thinning hair. To add shine and volume to your hair, use a very light oil or serum. Aloe vera is a great option. You can even make your own aloe vera hair spray.
   • Use only hair-polishing products at the ends, as these will make the hair appear thinner if you apply it near the scalp.
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Advice

• Use oil to condition the hair to grow and shine. Massage the oil into scalp one hour before showering and rinsing.
• Carry a small comb in your backpack to school / work, etc. Go to the toilet discreetly and quickly comb your messy hair from wearing a hat!
• Apply conditioner at the last minute after washing and rinsing quickly to create a conditioner that coats your hair, for smoother, more beautiful hair.
• After applying conditioner, let it sit for 5 minutes before rinsing with cool or cold water.

Warning

• Don't brush your hair too hard to avoid split ends and headaches (and hand pain if you have long hair!)
• Try not to use too much shampoo and conditioner, to keep your hair from drying out further.
• When rinsing off the conditioner at the last minute, you should rinse it quickly, making sure there is only a small amount of conditioner left in your hair. If you do not, your hair could become tangled and dry, and your hair will be hard and dirty!