When it comes to beauty and styling, shiny hair is an absolute must for almost every woman. Unfortunately, the hair loses moisture through complex styling, frequent washing and blow-drying, and styling products such as wax or hairspray. The cuticle layer of the hair becomes rough and porous and the hair loses its shine. We give you valuable tips on how to quickly make your hair shine again using simple means.
WHAT CAN I DO TO MAKE MY HAIR BEAUTIFULLY SHINY?
The most important thing for beautiful hair is a smooth hair surface. This reflects the light falling on it and makes the hair look shiny and healthy. To achieve a radiant shine, it is important to put as little strain on the hair as possible. Don't blow-dry your hair too hot and let it air dry more often. When using curling irons, straighteners and curlers, make sure you use particularly hair-friendly products. When using hair dyes or bleaches, you should use quality products that are gentle on the hair or have it done by a professional.
A few days' break from styling is really good for your hair and scalp. Brush your hair frequently. This distributes the sebum in your hair and the brush massage improves blood flow to the scalp. Tried and tested home remedies or special care products can also be helpful in repairing your hair and bringing back its natural shine.
WHICH HOME REMEDIES ARE SUITABLE FOR MAKING YOUR HAIR SHINY?
Conditioners or treatment packs with various home remedies can help you to care for your hair naturally and make it irresistibly shiny. We present some of the most popular methods below.
GREEN TEA RINSE:
Prepare a particularly strong green tea by pouring a quarter liter of hot water over two tea bags or two tablespoons of tea leaves. After 15 minutes of steeping, the rinse is ready. Massage the cooled brew into damp hair. After a few minutes of exposure, rinse the hair. The potassium and zinc contained in the tea make the hair healthy and noticeably stronger.
RINSE WITH MINERAL WATER AND APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:
The limescale from tap water can form a film around your hair, making it look dull. If you rinse your hair after washing with low-calcium mineral water or water with a dash of apple cider vinegar (100 ml vinegar to 1/2 litre water), the limescale will dissolve and your hair will shine with all its glory.
EGG YOLK HAIR PACK
Even if it takes a little getting used to, a hair treatment made from egg yolk is a real booster for your hair. The egg yolk contains lots of vitamins and proteins and provides your hair and scalp with an extra portion of nutrients. One or two egg yolks are whisked with a fork and applied to washed hair. Now you have to let the whole thing soak in for about half an hour and then rinse thoroughly. The nutrients contained in the egg yolk penetrate the hair and ensure smooth shine and strength.
OLIVE OIL OR COCONUT OIL:
If your hair is dry and has lost a lot of its shine, especially in the lengths, a treatment with olive or coconut oil is ideal. Simply massage the oil into dry hair. Then wrap it in a towel and leave it to work for several hours, possibly overnight. Then wash the oil out with a mild shampoo. Don't use too much olive or coconut oil, as washing it out can be very difficult.
WHICH BRUSH MAKES HAIR ESPECIALLY SHINY?
An absolute insider tip among hair stylists and hairdressers are hairbrushes with boar bristles. These are usually combination brushes in which harder metal, wooden or plastic bristles alternate with softer boar bristles.
The hard bristles detangle and straighten the hair. The boar bristles remove the smallest knots and dirt particles from the hair, so that your mane looks particularly smooth and radiant after combing. The boar bristles can also absorb the sebum at the roots and distribute it over the entire length of the hair when brushing. This way, your hair is cared for in a completely natural way. It looks healthy and its natural shine is particularly noticeable.
ARE SPECIAL SHAMPOOS USEFUL FOR SHINY HAIR?
Whether or not a special shine shampoo is necessary depends a little on your hair type and your care habits. If you are blessed with normal hair that does not require intensive care, a shine shampoo is a great product to give your hair the finishing touch. A shine shampoo also helps to bring out the color particularly well in colored hair.
Brittle, damaged hair needs a lot of attention. Too many care products, however, weigh down the hair and make it dull and heavy. It then doesn't look healthy and shiny, but almost a little greasy. A little sensitivity is required here. You should try out different products and product combinations until you achieve the best result.
Shampoos that can do both are ideal. The MeMademoiselle Renaissance Shampoo for stressed hair, for example, is a care shampoo that nourishes and smoothes at the same time. It contains valuable keratin, which repairs the hair structure and gives the hair back its elasticity and natural shine.
WHAT CAN I DO TO MAKE LIGHT, BLONDE HAIR EXTRA SHINE?
Blonde hair is often a little special when it comes to hair care. Natural blonde hair tends to be fine and thin, so it takes a little more effort to get it nice and shiny.
PROBLEM CASE BLEACHED HAIR
Especially if you bleach your hair yourself, it can happen quickly: instead of the attractive blonde tone you want, a look in the mirror reveals an unsightly yellow tint. The reason for this dilemma is that not enough color pigments were removed from the hair during bleaching. This can be due to an unsuitable bleach or errors in application. Home remedies such as lemon or camomile flowers can help.
LEMON JUICE RINSE:
Use a mixture of five tablespoons of lemon juice with half a liter of cold water as a hair rinse. It is not necessary to rinse it out. The acid in the lemon juice provides a lightening effect, but it also puts additional strain on the hair. If your hair is sensitive and has been damaged by bleaching, you should avoid using the lemon juice rinse.
CHAMOMILE FLOWER TREATMENT:
An infusion of chamomile flowers also has a brightening effect. Prepare a decoction of hot water and dried chamomile flowers and then allow it to cool to hand temperature. Then massage the decoction into your hair and scalp and wrap a towel around it. After about five minutes, rinse the chamomile treatment out again. Chamomile is particularly gentle on skin and hair, so you can repeat this procedure several times without any problems.
A good alternative to home remedies are special shampoos that can help against the yellow tint in bleached hair. They are also called anti-yellow shampoo or silver shampoo. The shampoos contain special color pigments that settle in the hair and thereby neutralize the yellow tint.
The MeMademoiselle Anti Yellow Shampoo was specially developed for bleached hair. It is easy to use and can effectively counteract unsightly yellowing of the hair. The ingredient glycerin protects the hair and ensures shine and suppleness right down to the tips. Glycerin also moisturizes the scalp, which prevents itching and dandruff.
You'll see: With our tips and tricks, you too can make your hair shine in no time. Nothing will stand in the way of a Hollywood-worthy appearance. We hope you have fun and success trying it out!
