Men Hair Care - Is it Important? What you Need to Know!

There’s no question that a man’s hair is an important part of his overall look. There’s so much to consider – style, length, when to cut it, what products to use – that it can be overwhelming at times.

Part of the reason why hair is becoming more important to men is that men are now being more aware of the need to properly maintain their hair. It’s important to keep in mind that there is no real difference between men’s hair and women’s hair; it’s all about how you maintain and take care of it.

BEST HAIR CARE TIPS FOR MEN

WASH, BUT DON’T REPEAT

One of the great myths about washing your hair is that you need to shampoo it, rinse it, and then repeat the process once more. Not only is a double-wash unnecessary, but it may also dry out your hair.

Take Lukewarm Showers

Taking piping hot showers, while they can certainly feel good, will strip all of the natural oils out of your hair making it look dry and also more prone to frizziness and split ends but while you may think that the answer would then be to take a bracing cold shower, this actually won’t help you a lot in the long run either.

Get A Haircut Regularly

It’s important that you have a regular haircut routine. Most barbers recommend that you get your haircut around every four to six weeks. In other words, every month to month and a half. One additional note here, if your barber or stylist takes appointments, try to get one in the morning since they won’t have already been cutting hair all day. By the time you get to them, they’ll probably have a slightly sharper eye when cutting your hair.

Limit Sun Exposure

Of course, as we said earlier, you should make sure that your headwear fits but don’t spend too much time in the sun with your head exposed, especially you’ve already got thinning hair. If your scalp is subjected to a sunburn, it can produce a compound called superoxide which will cause your hair to switch from being in a growth mode to being more in a shedding mode, not good.

Use Hair Conditioner 

Sorry guys, but shampoo alone won’t keep you looking your best. Remember: even the most natural shampoo can remove nourishing oils from your hair, and it doesn’t do much to protect your hair against day-to-day damage and the elements. 

The right hair conditioner - one with the best natural ingredients - will. Unlike shampoo, hair conditioner doesn’t simply wash away oil and grime. Instead, it:

• Nourishes your hair and scalp
• Replaces lost oils
• Promotes hair growth
• Protects and strengthens your hair’s cuticle
• Maximizes hair health 

Styling Product Tips

Don't use too much. Start with a little bit and add more if you need it."Rub the product between the palms of your hands to warm it up," Komorowski says. Otherwise, it won't spread evenly.

Carefully rake it through all your hair. Take a minute to make sure it's evenly spread out. Komorowski says guys tend to slap on a product so it clumps in one spot and looks obvious.

Don’t get intimidated. Have fun with this. Grab a few different kinds off the shelf and see what works. "Don't be afraid to experiment with hair products for men," Komorowski says. "It's just a product. It washes out."