Hair Care Basics: Less Is More

Most hair damage comes from doing too much: too much heat, too much washing, too many products fighting each other.

Wash less, condition more

Most hair types do fine washed two to three times a week. Conditioner goes on the lengths and ends, never the roots.

Heat is the real enemy

Turn the dryer and straightener down, use a heat protectant every time, and let hair air-dry when you can.

Trim on schedule

A small trim every 8 to 10 weeks prevents split ends from travelling up the hair shaft — and keeps hair looking thick.