Many people are willing to spend significant amounts on skincare, investing in the latest anti-aging products to combat fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots. However, hair, much like skin, also requires dedicated care to maintain its health and vitality over time.
“Your hair, nails, and skin are made of the same components, yet when we think about anti-aging, we typically focus only on skin,” says hairstylist Courtney Foster. “We don’t always realize that hair ages as well.”
How to Care for Aging Hair
According to stylists, aging hair tends to lose shine, elasticity, and volume. While numerous products claim to address these concerns, experts suggest starting with internal factors before turning to external solutions.
Kasey Bertucci, a hairstylist at Salon 120 West, emphasizes the importance of hydration, recommending a daily intake of approximately 11 cups of water, as suggested by the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Additionally, maintaining proper sleep habits—seven to nine hours per night, according to the National Sleep Foundation—can help prevent stress-related hair loss.
Rita Sanders, owner of Tousled Hair Salon in Jersey City, New Jersey, advises implementing a nighttime hair care routine similar to skincare regimens. One simple solution is using satin pillowcases. “When you sleep, friction from tossing and turning can lead to tangles, knots, and dryness,” she explains. “Satin pillowcases reduce that friction, helping to preserve hair health.”
Avoiding Common Hair Care Mistakes
Overwashing is another factor that can contribute to hair damage. “Think about how often you’re washing your hair,” Bertucci says. “Excessive shampooing or brushing may result in increased hair loss.”
Amy Abramite, creative director and stylist at Maxine Salon, recommends shampooing “as often as necessary” based on individual hair and scalp needs. She advises using products formulated for specific hair types while avoiding damaging ingredients such as silicones and waxes, which can cause buildup rather than effectively cleansing the hair.
Experts also stress the importance of scalp care. “If your scalp is healthy, then your overall hair is healthy,” Foster says.
Conclusion
Incorporating these expert-backed strategies into your routine can help keep hair strong, shiny, and full of life as it ages. Just as with skincare, a proactive approach—focusing on hydration, proper maintenance, and the right products—can make all the difference. With consistent care, achieving healthy, youthful-looking hair is well within reach.
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