{"id":1677,"date":"2019-01-11T13:31:26","date_gmt":"2019-01-11T18:31:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prose.com\/?p=1677"},"modified":"2022-01-26T12:58:19","modified_gmt":"2022-01-26T17:58:19","slug":"5-changes-for-healthier-hair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prose.com\/blog\/5-changes-for-healthier-hair","title":{"rendered":"5 Easy Changes You Can Make to Your Strands That Will Have You Feeling Brand New"},"content":{"rendered":"

Go Short & Freshen Up Your Look<\/h2>\n

If you are up for it, the first hair change you can try is to chop it all off, especially if your strands look and feel dry, or if there is evidence of split ends and breakage. Cutting your strands to a healthier length will freshen up your look and your ends. It\u2019s also an opportunity to start over and take better care of your ends and scalp. That way, if you choose to grow out your strands, you\u2019ll have a fresh start. Although, you may love your shorter \u2018do and prefer to keep your new healthier length.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re chopping hair that hasn\u2019t been dyed, consider donating your locks to an organization that creates wigs for those in need. It\u2019s the perfect way to literally lift some weight off your shoulders, while giving someone else happy hair days.<\/p>\n

Our favorite short styles this year:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Grown-out textured pixie cut<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Jaw-length cut<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Blunt bob<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Switch Up Your Hair Color<\/h2>\n

    The new year has no limits. Go for a drastic color change you\u2019ve always wanted or just add subtle highlights  If permanent dye is too much of a commitment, try a temporary or wash-out dye.<\/p>\n

    Our favorite hair color trends for the year:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    1. Honey Blonde<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Shadow Roots<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Pastels<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Take Good Care<\/h2>\n

      From the city you live in and your workout routine to how often you wash and detangle your hair, down to the pillow where you lay your head to rest, there are many factors that can lead to damage. Too much heat, over-dyeing and -processing can cause long term damage to our strands and scalp that can result in dry hair, split ends, and other major issues. Minimizing the amount of stress our locks go through daily will ensure your hair and scalp are healthy and strong. A great way to start is by using the right products and ingredients to protect when heat styling, coloring, and constant exposure to geo aggressors. Making sure you are eating a well balanced diet with enough protein and nutrients also helps promote healthier strands. Find more tips on how to combat lifestyle factors that can damage your strands <\/span>here<\/span><\/a><\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n

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      Try Something New<\/h2>\n

      Being creative and adventurous with your hairstyles takes time and lots of creativity or a great deal of online digging and Pinterest boards. A great way to switch up your look this year without a dramatic hair color transformation or chop is by trying a new hairstyle everyday. Experimenting with different styles and looks will help you find the ones you feel most confident in. If one of your New Year resolution was to try something new each day, this is the perfect way to do so.<\/p>\n

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      A few of our favorite hairstyles include:<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Curly Faux-hawk updo<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

      French Pull-Through braid<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

      Chic Chignon<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

      Half-Up Pull-Through Braid <\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

      Pipe Braid <\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

      Accessorized with Bobbi Pins<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

      Protective Styles <\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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      Don\u2019t Forget the TLC Treatments<\/h2>\n

      Reducing heat, wearing protective hairstyles, cutting down on processing, and treating your strands with care are all amazing ways to achieve healthier strands. For an added boost, treatments are the way to go. They are a great to show our hair we care. Depending on your hairs needs and your goals, different treatments apply. Apply to your strands at least once a week to notice a huge improvement in no time.<\/p>\n

      Our favorite activities to do during masking:<\/strong><\/p>\n