What is a Hair Spa?

A well maintained and healthy hair is yearned by one and all. While most of us strive hard to look great, hair care is often forgotten, and this is one of the common reasons for dull and damaged hair.

Other reasons include pollution, stress, regular blow-drying, use of hair care products with harmful chemicals, etc. In such circumstances, hair spa treatment is a perfect solution for nourishing and rejuvenating your tresses. It is also beneficial for other problems like hair loss, dandruff, and split ends.

A typical hair spa involves oil massage, steaming, and conditioning. It starts with oiling of the scalp and the hair. The next step is steaming, which is done with a steamer or a towel soaked in warm water. Once done, the hair is washed using a mild shampoo.

A deep conditioning hair mask is applied on the scalp as well as the hair. The last step is rinsing. It may take around an hour for this treatment to be done at a salon. Hair spa is beneficial for reducing hair fall and to regain the lost sheen, strength, and bounce of the hair. Conditions like dandruff and itchy scalp may also be reduced to a great extent.

The cost of this type of hair treatment may vary from one salon to another. It is always better to compare the quality and cost of the treatment and expertise of the staff at different salons. You may also seek the opinion of your friends and relatives, regarding their experience. If salon treatment does not fit into your budget, you may go for a hair spa at home, which is also the least expensive.

If you are planning for a hair spa at home, choose a day, when you have enough free time. You can start the treatment with oiling. Those who use styling products have to wash their hair with a clarifying shampoo, before applying oil. Some people skip oiling, and apply the conditioning mask directly after washing the hair with a mild shampoo.

Apply lukewarm oil all over the scalp and the hair. You may use either coconut oil or olive oil for this purpose. Nowadays, essential oil blends are also used in some hair salons. Once you are done with the oil massage, steam the hair.

Wrap your scalp and hair in a towel that is soaked in warm water. Make sure to wring out the excess water from the towel, before use.

You may also cover the towel with a plastic bag, so as to hold the steam. Wait for at least 10 minutes, before washing the hair. Use a mild shampoo for this purpose. Make sure to end the rinsing with cold water.

Blot the hair with a towel and apply a deep conditioning mask that is suitable for your hair type. Let it sit for around 10 to 15 minutes, after which you can rinse the hair using plain water. Use a shampoo, only if it is required.

Hair conditioners can be prepared with some easily available and natural items. Mix an egg, one teaspoon each of honey and glycerin, juice extracted from a lemon, and a tablespoon of Castor oil. Blend the ingredients well using an egg beater, and apply this mixture on the scalp and hair.

Cover your hair with a shower cap and let it sit for at least 30 minutes, before rinsing. Those with dry hair can make a conditioner with a teaspoon each of honey and coconut oil, and an egg. In case of colored hair, use a natural hair conditioner made by blending three teaspoons each of apple cider vinegar and mayonnaise.

Rinse the hair with plain water and a mild shampoo. Water boiled with tea leaves is excellent for hair. You may prepare a few cups and use it for the final rinse. Boil a few cups of water with tea leaves, and let it cool completely. Add some fresh lemon juice before use. Hair spa treatment at home can be done once or twice a month.

In short, hair spa can work wonders for your hair, especially, if it is dull and damaged. It can also relieve you from a wide range of hair problems. So, try this treatment and make your hair healthy and glowing.