3 Ways to Practice Self-Care…With Hair!
Clean & Disinfect Those Tools
I'm sure many of you can't remember the last time you wiped down some of your favorite hair tools, and it shows. Whether you were in a rush from the last time you styled your hair or had a detangle mishap that resulted in a knotty mess, there's probably a ton of old hair and build-up in the bristles.
From your favorite paddle brush or comb, the next best thing you can do for your hair besides detangling is using clean brushes on your strands. If you skip out on this self-care routine, that old build-up will get right back into your scalp during the next use. Especially if you're wondering why your favorite brush isn't performing like it used to, it's probably time for a deep clean. After cleaning out excess shedding from the brush, give them a bath using dish soap or a DIY brush cleaning cleanser.
Self-care is more than just bath bombs, especially when it comes to your hair. For beauty enthusiasts who love to take care of their wellness, just as much as they take care of their strands, there are some solid practices you can implement to show some T.L.C to your tresses so your hair and mind can flourish. Whether self-care to you means organization, cleansing, or ridding your space of clutter, it's time to create a system that prioritizes everything your hair needs.
Here are a few Modern Edge ways that we swear by for self-care with hair.
Checking Expiration Dates
Believe it or not, products have a shelf life, and while you may think using something a little past the expiration date doesn't matter, we're here to tell you that it does. Most hair products have a POA or Period After Opening mark on their packaging to indicate the freshness of the ingredients used. Of course, some products are more resilient than others, but in order to have true self-care with hair, make sure you're only working with items that can be used to their fullest potential.
Reorganize Your Hair Drawers…or Closets
If you can barely close the door to wherever you store your products, it's time to reorganize. Whether you wear your hair in wigs, extensions, or natural, you need a good system to organize your beauty routines. Especially if you're someone who tends to misplace items, keeping everything neat and tidy can eliminate wasted time and space. Focus on what you use most often and pare down supplies to include what you need the most. There are so many storage solutions available that can help you reorganize for the perfect setup for all your beauty essentials.
In beauty, haircare and self-care go hand in hand. There's a level of pride that goes into both practices, and it's essential to put something in place so you can enjoy all of your hair work. The next time you want more balance in your routine, check in to see if your hair needs a day of self-care.