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Water & Electricity Conserving Hair Tips

Do you wash your hair every single day and maybe even straighten or curl it too? Did you know that all three of these activities can damage your hair over time? These hair care activities also waste electricity and water, but you can gain healthier hair and a cheaper electric and water bill by preserving your hairstyles for more than one day.

Women can wear their hair in so many ways (straight, curly, crimped), but applying heat to your head so often can cause split ends. If you enjoy having your hair straight, brush it out often while it air dries to guide the hair. Or you can flat iron your hair one day and wear it in a pony tail the next day to give your hair a break from the shampoo, conditioner and water, which can dry out your natural oils.

For preserving a curly hairstyle an extra day or so, scrunch in a curling mousse. This will help your curls bounce back and smooth out the frizz that came about from sleeping on your pillow. Just remember to avoid brushing out your hair, because this will soften the leftover curls. Also, consider air drying your hair instead of blow drying.

Some other ways to preserve your hairstyle include wearing a ball cap, scarf or headband. If you already have these items, why not put them to use? You can also make headbands out of old bandanas and scrap pieces of clothing. Some people have oilier hair than others so keep some cornstarch in your bathroom and apply a small amount to your roots to dry up the excess oil.

Your hairstyle can last several days if you plan it right, and with the versatile looks, your friends, family and co-workers shouldn’t be able to tell that your hair is dirty. A couple days without heat, product and water will give your hair a chance to repair.

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