Keep hair and scalp clean with a gentle shampoo suited to your scalp type
Condition regularly, focusing on mid-lengths to ends
Avoid harsh heat and minimize...
Aim for 7–9 hours of sleep per night
Eat a protein-rich diet (eggs, fish, poultry, beans, lentils, Greek yogurt)
Include iron sources (lean red meat, spinach,...
Start with dry, fully detangled hair
Apply heat protectant to all hair
Divide hair into sections (clip top layers up)
Set flat iron to the lowest effective...
Wash hair regularly with a dandruff shampoo
Use a dandruff shampoo containing one of these active ingredients: ketoconazole, selenium sulfide, zinc pyrithione, salicylic acid, or...
Get 7–9 hours of sleep nightly
Eat enough calories and protein
Aim for protein at every meal (eggs, fish, poultry, beans, Greek yogurt)
Include iron-rich foods (spinach,...
Eat a balanced diet with adequate protein (eggs, fish, poultry, beans, tofu)
Ensure sufficient iron, zinc, and vitamin D (lean meats, legumes, nuts/seeds, fortified foods;...
Use a sulfate-free shampoo
Condition every wash and focus on mid-lengths to ends
Add a leave-in conditioner after showering
Apply a smoothing hair cream or anti-frizz serum...
Gather tools: sharp hair-cutting scissors, a fine-tooth comb, hair clips, a spray bottle, a mirror setup (front + side), and a handheld mirror (optional)
Wash...
Use an over-the-counter lice treatment shampoo or lotion labeled for head lice (follow package directions exactly)
Comb wet hair with a metal lice comb to...
Wash hair regularly with a dandruff shampoo
Use an anti-dandruff shampoo containing one of: ketoconazole, selenium sulfide, zinc pyrithione, or salicylic acid
Leave shampoo on the...
