HAIR BASICS

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Be extra careful when trimming mustaches. I learned my lesson the hard way. A friend arrived wanting me to trim his mustache for him. As I was cutting, I accidentally twisted the scissors in a way that a mustache hair got caught. I didn't notice, and as I pulled the scissors away from the mustache, I managed to pull the hair out by the roots. Though there was no noticeable damage done, it hurt my friend like heck. So hold the scissors properly, and cut firmly and evenly.

Take Care of Your Hair

No matter how you wear your hair, it is important to keep it shiny and manageable. Once you establish a hair-care routine, your hair will be beautiful and you may even start to feel at peace with it.

As for brushing, hair does not need the "100 strokes a day" that our ancestors spoke of—25 to 30 strokes are plenty to distribute the natural oils. Any more can damage the roots.

There are three basic types of hair: normal, dry, and oily. Each requires different care. You'll find shampoos and conditioners available in the formula that is needed for your hair type. Other than that, don't be fooled by all the fancy advertisements promising you all sorts of things—just use a good basic shampoo and conditioner that is right for your hair.

Shampoos & Conditioners
The instructions on most shampoo bottles tell you to lather and rinse your hair twice; this isn't necessary for regular washings. One lathering should be plenty to clean your hair without stripping your natural oils or drying out your scalp. Do rinse your hair thoroughly with sparkling clear water to be sure no soap residue left.

How often you shampoo depends on your hair type, how active you are, and the environment in which you live. You should always wash you hair after strenuous exercise or spending time in the sun because of the increased amount of perspiration. And shampoo your hair after exposing it to chlorinated pool water or salt water, both of which can damage hair.

As for conditioners, choose one for your specific type. If you use the same conditioner for more than a month, your hair can become immune to its formula and won't be as effective as when you first started using it. You can avoid this by choosing a different brand, because companies use different formulas. The best way to do this is to purchase three different brands that work well for you. Use one for a month, then switch to a different one for the second month, another for the third month, and then return to the first brand.

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