THE MALE GROOMING REVIEW

As men, our hair is most commonly our biggest asset. In fact, hair is the largest sector of the men's grooming industry. We spend more on our hair than on any other part of our body.

The thing is, as seasons change, so too does our hair. The way our hair grows depends on the season. We tend to experience different growth patterns at different times of the year. The texture of the hair varies, and you also have to take into account other key factors, such as seasonal shedding.

So, to get the very best out of your hair during spring season, here's our complete guide. Follow these steps for bigger, stronger, and healthier hair...

Dont' wash your hair every day

Too many of us wash our hair far too often. There's simply no need for it. Spring tends to be a season where we typically shed more hair than normal, and so over-washing your hair can do more damage than good. Limit washing to twice orIf you have quite naturally thin hair, then avoid conditioners.

Dry your hair gently

Wet hair tends to be weaker and vulnerable to damage, so, avoid rubbing your hair after washing, as it will lead to excessive breakage, which you don't really want. Instead pat dry it to avoid stress on scalp, and avoid heavy rubbing and patting.

Keep thinning hair short

If you have thin hair, or are thinning, then be sure to keep your hair cropped in a tidy style. Growing your hair will only accentuate the problem. Short and tidy does the trick. Spring season is the perfect time to get a nice short cut look.

Use an egg based conditioner

Egg is loaded with proteins and essential minerals like sulphur and choline that your hair secretly craves for. Harness the goodness of egg by conditioning your hair regularly with egg yolk. Let the egg yolk penetrate deep into your scalp so as to strengthen your follicles from within. Protein is a vital attribute for strong hair growth, so your strands will appreciate the extra dosage during the season when we tend to lose the most hair.

Less is more

Using too much of hair gel, hair wax, hair spray or any other hair product can make your hair look unnatural and heavy. Use minimalistic amount of these products when it comes to styling your hair the right way. Your hair will benefit for less product, and be sure to go for naturally formulated styling products.

Use a stimulating shampoo

Hair thickening shampoos are becoming increasingly popular with men in their 30s and 40s. There are many to choose from, including caffeine base shampoos too. Some of the best ones include Head & Shoulders Endurance, Alpecin C1, and OGX Biotin & Collagen.

Wash, don’t repeat

An article on men’s hair care would not complete without clearing the myth about using a shampoo twice. Basically don’t get fooled by the television ads that tell wash, rinse and repeat. Washing your hair once is enough. But make sure you use right shampoo and conditioner (see previous tip).

Avoid heat styling products

Heat can be hugely damaging to your locks. Avoid using hair dryers for drying your hair. Let them dry naturally. Also, try and avoid hair straightens, as they can be massively damaging to your strands.
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Take cool showers

Avoid cold and hot showers. Cold showers actually blocks the blood capillaries in the scalp. These blood capillaries carry essential nutrients and need to be active for optimum effect. But this doesn’t mean you shower your hair under piping hot water. It will completely mess up your hair by pulling out all the natural oils from scalp. Ideally try and wash your hair with lukewarm water. That is the healthiest option, especially during the spring hair shedding season.

Be healthy

Your hair health is a reflection of your lifestyle. Hair care for men means you need to eat well, get plenty of exercise, drink water, get enough sleep and try to stay positive. It's no secret - the better you live and eat, the better chance you'll have of having great hair.

Take vitamins

Multi-vitamin hair supplements like Viviscal and HR23+ can help prevent hair shedding, as well as support healthy hair growth. These types of supplements contain all the vital nutrients and minerals your hair needs to thrive. They are also safe, risk-free, and a great alternative to chemically based drugs.

We often talk about men's seasonal skin care routines on The Male Grooming Review, but it's not often we go into detail about the importance of a men's hair care routine. Like with your skin, your hair also needs a well-groomed routine to get the very best out of its health and appearance.

So, as requested by our readers, here are some handy hair care tips that'll help you get the very best out of your hair throughout the whole year...

Wash your hair every other day
Yep, that's right, you heard it here first - by washing your hair every other day, you are relieving your locks from the constant stress that shampooing and conditioning can have on your hair on a daily basis. Over-washing your hair can lead to it looking thin.

Don't overuse hairstyling products
It's a common mistake many men make, and it's one that you should seriously avoid if you really want to get the very best out of your hair. Overloading your hair with product is not a great practice, as gunky hairstyling products can leave your hair looking greasy, flat and dirty. Opt for more natural hairstyling products and use as little as possible. Trust us, a little should go a long way with any hairstyling wax, clay, gel or spray.

Always blowdry your barnet
Ok, let's get one thing straight - blowdrying your hair does not lead to premature hair loss. So, if you want to add some extra thickness to your hair, then partially dry your hair with a towel straight after your shower, then add a tiny amount soft matte textured clay to your hair, rubbing in evenly. Blowdry your damp hair whilst running your hands through your locks to add texture and depth to your fuzz. Once your hair is fully dry, you can then style your thick locks pretty much the way you like.

Worried about hair loss?
With over 7 million men set to suffer from hair loss by the time they reach 40 in the UK alone, we understand not all men are blessed with a full head of hair. But fear not, because despite what some doctors and balding experts may tell you, hair loss can be slowed down and prevented without the need to fork out on expensive surgical procedures.

The hair loss market is thriving more than ever, but not all balding treatments do as they claim on the bottle. Choose a natural supplement or topical formula that contains key hair beneficiary ingredients such as saw palmetto, biotin and green tea extract. Additives like these can help strengthen your hair and block the dreaded formation of DHT (the cause of male pattern baldness). Remember, the earlier you act, the better chance you'll have of retaining a thicker head of hair in the long run.