Dreaming of thick, long, gorgeous hair? Though varying in texture and shades of black and brown, Indian women have always had beautiful hair. However, these shiny tresses that can be twisted into any desired hairstyle doesn't come easy. It takes a detailed hair care regime to achieve hair worthy of admiration. Try these here traditional hair care tips from across the country for beautiful tresses.
Kerala:
Known to have thick, long and dark hair, Malayali girls are known to keep it that way with help from coconut oil massages and thali. Thali is a paste made from hibiscus, poppy seeds (khus khus), moong beans and bhringaraj. This acts as a nourishing hair mask. You can also add ground fenugreek seeds to the mix. Massage the mask into the scalp and through the ends of your hair. Wash it off with a gentle shampoo. Traditionally, this thick paste acts as a cleansing agent in itself. Use conditioner as usual and a cotton t-shirt or a muslin cloth to gently dry your hair.
Rajasthan:
Rajasthan women are known for long, straight hair. The extreme hot weather of the desert doesn't stop them from having healthy, beautiful hair. They combat the heat by grinding lauki or bottle gourd and applying it on their scalp. They also wash their hair using cooling kaolin clay that helps remove excess moisture from the scalp while retaining moisture in your hair. They also wash their hair using shikakai and reetha (soap nut) occasionally.
Uttar Pradesh:
You might have noticed ornate jewel-encrusted hair combs in museums featuring Mughal artifacts. They also had an everyday version of it- the wooden comb. Women coming from Uttar Pradesh are known to be using the wooden comb for generations. The comb not only reduces frizz, but massages the scalp, gets blood pumping, and helps spread natural oils to the hair shaft. The wooden comb also detangles the hair without much fuss, too.
West Bengal:
When you see a Bengali woman, don't you wonder how do they maintain that beautiful skin and hair? Apart from consistently oiling their hair with mustard oil, Bengali women dry their hair only with muslin towels. Not only do these towels ease out the frizz, but prevents wet hair from snagging.
Tamil Nadu:
Ever wondered what is the secret behind those strong, shiny braids of women from Tamil Nadu? Coconut oil infused with hibiscus, of course! This potion is said to accelerate hair growth while giving it strength. So if you want your hair to grow out for a wedding in the family or to channel your inner Rapunzel, give this magic potion a try.
Punjab:
Thick, glossy hair is what we usually see in Punjabi women. Their secret? Ghee. Besides eating dollops of this golden goodness, they apply it on their hair too. Ghee apparently can be used as a pre-wash or post-wash treatment to condition your hair, make it easy to detangle and give it some shine.
Frequently Asked Questions On Hair Care Tips & Routine In Summer (FAQs):
How can I keep my hair healthy in summer?
You can use all the above-mentioned summer hair tips to maintain the health of your hair. But other than that, you can get regular trims, avoid hot water on your scalp and hair, and always protect your tresses with a scarf or a hat and a moisturizing hair serum.
Can I wash my hair every day in summer?
- We understand that the summer heat tends to make you feel all sweaty and the hair greasy quite quickly. But it's not advised to wash your hair every single day, as it will only dry your hair out more than you'd expect. You can wash your hair with an organic and hydrating shampoo and conditioner after every 3-4 days based on your hair type
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How can the sun affect your hair in summer?
When your hair is exposed to the sun for too long, the harmful ultraviolet rays end up damaging the outside cover of your hair strands called the cuticle. Sun damage can also cause discoloration, dry and brittle strands, thinning, frizziness and broken or split ends.
There you go, the best secrets for beautiful hair from across the country.
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