

"It can be applied as a pre-shampoo treatment to help break up product residue and also as a post-shampoo rinse for added shine." — Destinee Hanson-Miller
"When you rinse it out it'll cleanse the rest of the hair shaft." — Alexandria Anderson
Sulfates strip your hair of natural oils, drying out your hair. Silicones coat your hair and weigh it down. Alcohols also weigh down your hair. Look for shampoos and conditioners that say "sulfate- and silicone-free."
Suggested by Malin Skøld
It's one of the biggest causes of hair breakage.
Suggested by Melody Baker
"Honey is great for hair, it moisturizes and has antibacterial properties that help with scalp conditions like dandruff. And it won't leave hair a sticky mess as it is very water soluble." — maryf40ec11937
Cold water helps seal in moisture and shine. Rinse and condition in cold water to help lock in conditioning agents.
Suggested by nataliec4fa49b5fe
If your hair is extremely dry, try using coconut oil on the ends. It's a good daily moisturizer and if used sparingly, it's pretty much non-greasy.
Suggested by Safina
Silk pillowcases are softer on the hair when you're tossing and turning at night, so they prevent breakage and moisture loss.
Suggested by Lisa Evans
Heat styling tools can dry out and fry your hair, which can lead to split ends, breakage, and overall damage. If you're going to style your hair with a hot tool, make sure you use a heat protectant spray first.
Suggested by allisonf29
Avoid damage by wetting your hair and conditioning beforehand. Your hair will absorb the clean water and conditioner instead of the chlorine.
Suggested by Lara Long
"At least once a week, I put on a movie and 'make' my husband put on face masks and hair masks with me. Hair masks are usually some combination of olive oil or grape seed oil, avocado, and one of a massive assortment of moisturizing conditioners I have on hand." — Meredith Blair
"Washing it every day dries it out and strips too much of your natural oils. Give your hair a rest and skip washing." — tasham493206612
A T-shirt is lightweight enough to soak up some of the moisture and it won't lead to the frizz that a terrycloth towel can cause. You should also make sure to squeeze excess water out of your hair — not rub it dry — because that causes frizz and breakage.
Suggested by maddiea4bac907f0
Supplements like this help promote healthy hair, but it's not proven that they will make hair grow faster. They simply make your hair stronger.
Suggested by meghank44a13e994
"Lots of leafy greens and healthy fats make for shiny, flowing locks. Combining a good diet with only washing twice a week has given me consistent good hair days for years! All hail kale!" — Habibi372