{"id":152123,"date":"2020-04-30T02:00:02","date_gmt":"2020-04-30T09:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/?p=152123"},"modified":"2020-08-05T14:53:27","modified_gmt":"2020-08-05T21:53:27","slug":"how-to-maintain-hair-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/how-to-maintain-hair-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to Maintain Your Bangs, Root Touch-Ups, and Trimming at Home, According to Stylists"},"content":{"rendered":"

As we continue to stay indoors, our thoughts and concerns about caring for (and coloring) our hair are rightfully on our minds because a trip to the salon isn\u2019t looking likely anytime soon.<\/em><\/p>\n

So to help ease your quarantine hair woes, we tapped expert colorists and stylists to answer all those burning questions you\u2019ve got on the brain, whether it\u2019s about cutting your own bangs or if you really need that box color you\u2019ve been eyeing online for a while.<\/p>\n

Read on below to create your own quarantine hair cheat sheet to get you through the weeks to come.<\/p>\n

How can I keep my hair healthy during this time?
\n<\/strong>Although worries of split ends and overgrown roots may be lingering on your mind, Ricardo Dinis, expert hairstylist, and Aveda global artistic director, haircutting<\/a>, suggests that now is a great time to restore your hair\u2019s health. One way to do this is by using hair masks and conditioning treatments, which will help provide essential moisture to frazzled and dehydrated locks. \u201cI like to use the Aveda Nutriplenish Deep Moisture Conditioner<\/a>\u00a0and leave it in for longer than usual in the hair,\u201d he explained. \u201cThen, take a hot towel and place it around your head, this will allow for the moisturizing conditioner to soak into your hair and roots.\u201d<\/p>\n

However, if you are looking to use some items from your pantry, hair colorist Elle Dawson<\/a> recommends using ingredients like olive oil, coconut oil, and eggs to thicken and strengthen the hair. \u201cIngredients like olive oil and coconut oil make thick hair shiny and strong,\u201d Dawson said. \u201cYou could also do an egg white and lemon mask if you tend to have oily hair, as lemon helps to remove build-up, while the egg whites strengthen.\u201d<\/p>\n

Should I wash my hair every day?
\n<\/strong>Even though it\u2019s easy to slip into those lazy habits, celebrity hairstylist Marshall Lin<\/a>\u00a0says it’s still essential that you take good care of your hair and scalp. \u201cPlease remember to shampoo each and every time you leave the house,\u201d he tells FabFitFun. \u201cThe coronavirus can live on the hair, so it’s extremely important to make sure it\u2019s cleansed thoroughly.\u201d<\/p>\n

However, while washing is essential during these times, Dawson warns against over-washing your hair, as you won\u2019t want to cause any breakage. That\u2019s why he advises adding a conditioner into your routine to keep hair free of frizz, knots, and tangles. Dawson tells FabFitFun, \u201cThis helps keep your hair knot-free, and will also prevent hair breakage. It also helps control frizz while adding shine and volume to your locks.\u201d<\/p>\n

Can I use box dye or bleach?
\n<\/strong>While adding some box hair dye to your online shopping cart may seem tempting, Dawson strongly warns against doing so, as this can actually do more harm than good. \u201cBox dyes are not formulated specifically for you and your own unique needs,\u201d he tells FabFitFun. \u201cIf a box dye is applied and it is the wrong color and is too dark, removing the color becomes a correction that often requires extensive bleaching, which is not only damaging and time-consuming, it is also costly \u2013 starting on average around $300.\u201d To conceal your roots until the quarantine is lifted, Dawson suggests using root touch up sprays and different styling techniques to get through the weeks ahead without your colorist.<\/p>\n

Similarly, Karissa Schaudt, colorist at Maxine Salon<\/a>, tells FabFitFun bleach is a major no-no, as trying to bleach roots on your own (as tempting as it may be), can lead to a very costly and lengthy color correction if you aren\u2019t careful. \u201cDo not self-bleach,\u201d Schaudt says. \u201cIt\u2019s a quick mistake, but not as quick to fix. It could take up to a year to color correct and can be very expensive.\u201d<\/p>\n

Can I cut my own bangs?
\n<\/strong>The idea of growing out your bangs definitely sounds annoying, but unless you’re an essential worker who is required to leave the house every day, celebrity stylist Annagjid Kee Taylor<\/a> recommends avoiding this trim until we’re on the other side of quarantine. However, if you can’t wait, Taylor advises, “Make sure you get a pair of sharp shears and avoid using office scissors,\u201d she says. \u201cThis allows you to be much more precise as you cut, and won’t cause any damage (yes, dull scissors can cause more harm than good!) to your hair.\u201d<\/p>\n

What kind of hairstyles should I wear on Zoom calls?
\n<\/strong>For those looking to spend their time inside upping their styling game, Dinis suggests getting creative.\u00a0\u201cBraids<\/a> are a great way to keep your hair down, and make it feel tame, calm, and dressed,\u201d he tells FabFitFun. \u201cFor those with overgrown hair, top knots with bangs is a great at-home look. You can also embrace ponytail looks, and tuck your hair behind your ears and utilize bobby pins to create messy, textured bobs.\u201d<\/p>\n

If your roots are becoming a little too noticeable for your liking, Insert Name Here Hair<\/a> co-founders Sharon Pak and Jordynn Wynn, suggest that now is a great time to take a wig for a test drive. These hair accessories provide you with a faux “root touch-up” and allow you to experiment with different lengths, styles, and tones. \u201cTry wearing your wigs at home and on Zoom calls if your roots are becoming very noticeable,\u201d Pak and Wynn tell FabFitFun. \u201cThis is a great way to become familiarized with wearing them, especially if you are a beginner.\u201d<\/p>\n

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