A cosmetic procedure called “hair polishing” is indicated for those girls whose appearance of curls is spoiled by dry, split ends. She is absolutely safe and allowed even young women under 16 years of age, expectant and nursing mothers. You can carry out the procedure not only in the salon, but also at home on your own.
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What is hair polishing, description
Most beautiful girls dream of healthy, beautiful curls. But to keep them ideal in any weather and under any conditions can be difficult. Under the influence of sunlight or, on the contrary, frost, as well as with the frequent use of a hair dryer, curling iron, “ironing”, the hair quickly deteriorates. Individual hairs can be dissected immediately into 2-3 parts due to lack of moisture, nutrition and quality care. As a result, numerous hairs sticking out in different directions make the hairstyle sloppy and untidy externally.
The procedure under discussion involves the treatment of strands of hair during which dry ends are carefully removed. It is carried out in two ways - manually, using sharp scissors, and using a special machine for polishing hair.
The first option is less and less offered to customers of modern hairdressing salons. In the process of such a procedure, the hairdresser cuts off all the cut hairs he has noticed with scissors. Its result may turn out to be unsatisfactory even because of the banal carelessness of the master. And, besides, the manual version of the procedure takes a lot of time. Owners of very long curls will have to sit in a chair for at least a couple of hours.
With a special machine, everything is much simpler.Before the start of the manipulation, the specialist washes the client’s head so that there is no fat and other impurities left on her hair (they can negatively affect the result of the procedure), then she pulls the strands with “ironing” and treats with a special straightening cosmetic product.
Next - the entire hair is divided into separate strands, each of which is fixed with a clip. In turn, they are passed through the machine, after which the device moves up and down along the entire length from two sides. The treatment is repeated 2 to 5 times, depending on the condition of the hair. In the same way, the hairdresser works on each lock throughout the head.
The procedure is completely painless. She feels no different from the usual use of “ironing” and her usual haircut.
Some girls are embarrassed that a machine is used to polish hair. But during the procedure, the length of the strands does not decrease by a centimeter. A special nozzle is put on the usual clipper, which removes exclusively protruding hairs. On sale there are also special separate devices designed only for polishing curls.
Photos before and after hair polishing
If you compare the photo before and after hair polishing, the result is immediately noticeable. Treated curls look more even, shiny, healthy, beautiful. Hair randomly sticking out in all directions fall, the hairstyle becomes well-groomed and neat.
It is difficult to say unequivocally after how long the procedure will need to be repeated. On average, the result that is visible in the photo is enough for six months. Then you have to repeat the polishing.
Also, the quality of hair care after the procedure greatly affects the preservation of the result. You will need to monitor your diet (make it balanced and varied), regularly make oil / vitamin masks, and exclude the use of “ironing”, curling irons and other similar accessories. Observing these conditions, both in the photo and in reality, the hair will look attractive and well-groomed for a long time.
Who needs this procedure?
Polishing hair with a machine or scissors is far from suitable for every woman. So, the owners of very thin hair, curls will have to abandon such a procedure. First of all, because when processing such curls there will be no noticeable effect, or simply their condition will return to their original position in the shortest possible time. As a result, time and a large amount of money will be wasted.
With caution, you must agree to the procedure if the hair for some reason is greatly weakened. For example, after a severe multiple pregnancy or after a protracted illness. In this case, you need to give them time to recover and only after that agree to polish.
The discussed procedure will be useful for hair that:
- were exposed to frequent “ironing”, jets of hot air from a hair dryer, curling iron and other similar devices;
- stained (including - highlighted, discolored);
- easily break, quickly lose moisture.
Regularly doing polishing is important for those young ladies who value every inch of their hair and try to grow long beautiful strands.
Is it possible to polish the hair yourself
The discussed procedure for hair can be done independently. First of all, for this you will need to purchase a nozzle for polishing hair to a regular male clipper. If there is free money, you can buy a special device for polishing hair. True, in this case, you will have to spend a significant part of the family budget.
The procedure is carried out as follows:
- Wash your hair, dry it thoroughly and comb.
- Put the nozzle on the device and plug it into the network.
- Separate one small strand from the entire head of hair, pull it out with a brush and push it into the polisher.
- Process each lock at least 5 times.
- After the procedure, wash your hair again and apply any oil mask.
- Then - you can dry and style your hair in the usual way.
It must be remembered that a special device completely removes all protruding ends, including completely healthy ones. If the girl is the owner of naughty curls or has an unusual haircut of different lengths, you should definitely contact a salon professional for the procedure.
How often can I polish
With proper care for curls, the result of the procedure can last up to six months. If the girl continues to use a hairdryer, curling iron and other similar devices, and also forgets about oil masks, a repeat of polishing will be required much earlier.
It is important to know that the procedure is allowed to be carried out no more than once every 3-4 months. During this time, the cut ends should fully grow.
Pros and cons of the procedure
This procedure has its pros and cons. They should be carefully studied by every girl who decides to polish her curls.
Pros:
- The hair looks beautiful, well-groomed. For at least 3 months they remain smooth and soft.
- Up to 80% of damaged split ends are cut along the entire length.
- Curls are easy to comb, less confused.
- Using the machine, it is possible to achieve a perfectly even cut of hair.
- The length during the procedure remains unchanged.
Minuses:
- In case of hair loss, grinding can only worsen their condition.
- The volume of the hairstyle is reduced.
- The result is almost invisible on curls.
Hair Care After Sanding
To keep the result of grinding for a long time, you should properly care for your hair. First, you need to choose the appropriate tools that match the type, structure, color of curls. It is advisable to go for a consultation with an experienced hairdresser. The specialist will select for the client the perfect shampoo, balm, spray (for example, oil) for hair.
It is very important to regularly wash the curls and use a quality balm or conditioner after each water procedure. If the water in the house is of increased hardness, you can soften it with a small amount of vinegar, or simply use various decoctions of herbs to rinse (for example, nettle infusion).
Be sure to make an oil mask at least once a week, which provides enhanced nutrition and moisturizing curls. A variety of oils are suitable for this purpose - burdock, coconut, castor, cedar, rich in vitamins and biologically active substances. It is useful to add to them and solutions of vitamins A, E.
You will have to adjust your own nutrition. For example, add foods rich in zinc, iron, calcium, selenium, and B vitamins to your daily diet. It’s best to purchase a quality vitamin and mineral complex for yourself.
If there is such an opportunity, it is worthwhile to refuse or reduce the use of a hair dryer, “ironing”, “curling iron” and other similar devices. Do not use curlers.
Alternative methods
If there is no time and financial ability to polish the hair in a beauty salon or buy a special grinding machine for yourself, it will be enough to arm yourself with sharp scissors. Clean straightened strands must be twisted into a bundle, then cut off all the sticking ends. This option of manual polishing will turn out to be quite long, but no less effective.
Various special tools that smooth the protruding tips help achieve a similar effect. Usually they can be found in the straightening lines of balsams, masks, sprays. True, the effect of such products lasts only until the next wash, styling or wet environment.
If you do not polish too often and properly care for your hair in between procedures, then there will be no harm to them. This also applies to salon and independent polishes.
