How to Maintain Short Hair
Most people prefer having short hair, as they consider it fun and can be adapted to match any face shape. However, it can also be demanding and it has different needs compared to long hair.
Hence, I have decided to give you a few tips on how to maintain a beautiful short haircut.
Design the perfect haircut
First, step to maintaining a perfect short haircut is choosing the right style. I know many people may ask what this has to do with hair maintenance, but choosing a short haircut style that matches your facial features makes it easy to maintain. You should take advice from your hairdresser and talk together through the right shape according to your facial features. This will be easier for you to maintain it as it will perfectly fit you from the start.
Comb it less frequently
Unlike long hair, short hair does not need to be brushed often. One thing with short hairstyles is they are less likely to tangle. Hence, you do not need to comb your hair using a brush often, instead, you can use your fingers to shape and style it with ease.
However, if you feel you need to use a brush, it is important to invest in a good one. You can use a bristle brush as it does not damage your hair. Also, a bristle hairbrush does not generate Static Electricity and it maintains your hair’s elasticity. Bristle brushes also tend to improve the texture of your hair by activating the natural oil in the hair oil glands. The hair will look healthy and shiny and it will be more manageable.
In this case, to perfectly maintain your short hairstyle, it is important to comb it less frequently. However, if need be you can use your fingers or a bristle brush to comb it.
Minimize the use of heated products on your hair
Most people tend to use heat-styling tools on their hair every day which may damage it. A short hairstyle increases the natural volume; therefore, you should find products that add texture and hold. It is vital for short hair to have structure; therefore, you need to get the right product to style it. You can use texturizing products on your short hairstyles. Additionally, maintaining your look through styling products is important. You can use dry matte paste products for short hair to give it hold and texture. Other products you can use to hold your short hair include a mousse or soft paste. It is also important to take care of your scalp. You should add an exfoliating scalp treatment to your short hair care routine to stimulate it. You can also use rollers to set your hair instead of heat.
Use a spray designed to protect your short hair in case you need to heat style it
In case you use a flat iron or a curling wand, it is important to protect your hair by spraying it using products that will protect it from the heat. The products seal themselves around the cuticle when heat is applied to the hair, thus protecting it from damage. It is also important to invest in a flat iron that suits your short hair. In this case, you can buy a narrower flat iron to easily grab all your hair.
Wash your hair daily
Short hair needs regular washing compared to long hair as it can become greasy more quickly. However, it is important to invest in a good moisturising masque to avoid dryness. It is also important to invest in a good shampoo for proper cleansing and hydrating of both the scalp and hair.
Hence, to perfectly maintain your short hairstyles it is important to wash it daily by using a good shampoo and a good moisturising masque.
Rinse your hair with cold water for extra shine
This mainly works for dry short hair and it helps in adding gloss. When washing your hair, it is important to finish off with cold water to soothe the heat damage caused by showering with hot water. Mainly, washing with hot water can lead to splintered cuticles.
Use a net wrap to keep your edges from lifting during a shower
In case you are not planning to wash your hair, it is important to use a net wrap to keep your edges from lifting during a shower. Hot temperatures and high humidity from the shower may affect your hairstyle even without your hair getting wet. If you have a short hairstyle that involves soothing down your edges you may need to use a net wrap to hold your hair in place. After showering, you should remove the net carefully and touch up your hairstyle.
Trim your short hair every three to six weeks
Short hairstyles need a regular trim for proper maintenance. Mainly, your hair tends to grow about half an inch every month. Therefore, getting the structure, length, and thickness right for your facial structure is the key. You should work with your hairdresser before cutting your hair. This will help you get the direction of the hair growth and thickness at the hairlines.
Use fewer products on your short hair
Short hair does not need much product, you can use little gel or hairspray to maintain it. Mainly, too much product can build up and make your hair look dull. Therefore, you can start with a dime-sized amount of the product you are using and work from there.
Wrap your short hair at night using a silk scarf
You also need to invest in a good quality silk scarf to maintain your short hairstyle at night. A pillowcase can absorb moisture from your hair. Also, friction can cause your hair to break especially when you move your head across your pillow. Hence, wrapping your hair using a silk scarf before you go to sleep will protect it and it will help to maintain your hairstyle longer.