Shining through..

You may unknowingly be damaging your hair by exposing it to hair color, chlorine, sun, wind, alkaline shampoos, blow-dryers, hair curling or straightening irons, harsh combing and pulling. Here are tips to help treat and prevent dry and damaged hair:

> Wash hair in cool to warm (not hot) water.
> Don’t brush wet hair. Use a wide-toothed comb instead.
> Stay away from blow-dryers and straightening or curling irons.
> Avoid hair dyes and bleach.
> Use mild shampoo followed by a conditioner to lessen the appearance of dryness.
> Cover hair when out in the sun. Wear a bathing cap when swimming in a pool.
> Give yourself a hot oil treatment once a week.
> Eat a healthy diet rich in fatty acids, such as seeds, nuts and oily fish.