Here are some things you need to keep in mind for the perfect bun.
The coronavirus lockdown in India till the 15th of April leaves no scope for you to go to a salon for a haircut. Given the situation, there are two things you can do. First, try to cut it yourself or second, just let it be. Let’s agree, taking care of your beard is easier than taking care of your hair. While you can still manage to watch Youtube videos to cut your beard, with haircuts it isn’t easy. The lockdown for 21 days also gives you the chance to fulfill your long-cherished desire to grow your hair for a man bun. Here are some ways you can prepare your hair for the perfect man bun.
Regular oil massage
The first and foremost thing, which you must take note while growing your hair for a man bun is the texture. To cut down on the fizziness of your hair you must oil massage your hair at least once a week. This will ensure that you have soft, smooth and manageable hair. You can use coconut oil, which is known for its beneficial properties and will provide the required nourishment to your hair strands. Oil massage will help to lock in moisture in your scalp making it healthier.
Hair and scalp hygiene
Maintaining a basic hygiene routine is crucial. Even if you are feeling lazy don’t miss out to shampoo your hair, especially in this hot and humid weather. Keeping your hair and scalp clean will ensure that you are less prone to fungal and bacterial infection. Poor scalp hygiene causes hair to fall. Having said that, do not aggressively start shampooing your hair. Be mindful and use a shampoo that is free of harsh chemicals, sulfates, and alcohols. Use a good conditioner and serum every time you shampoo your hair.
Use brush instead of a comb
A hairbrush is better than a fine-toothed comb because it is softer on the scalp; therefore, it causes less breakage of hair. A comb cannot massage the scalp when you style your hair. A hairbrush, which has densely packed bristles makes the hair soft with every stroke. It renders a nice texture to your hair. The use of a brush can clean up the dry flakes and dandruff that gets accumulated in the scalp.
Maintain the moisture level
Given that grocery stores are running out of everyday essentials, it would be wise to use less shampoo to clean your hair. Instead of using more and more shampoo to get rid of the dirt and grime and oil, you can wash your hair with warm water. Just ensure that the water is not scaling hot as it may end up causing harm to your hair and scalp. Apart from massaging oil, you can make some lifestyle changes to retain moisture like keeping yourself hydrated and cutting down on your caffeine intake