Hair combing is a routine activity for almost all people. Some people keep a particular hairstyle throughout their lives, and some, especially the younger generation, adopt new styles according to new trends and fashion. Hairstyles have a close relationship with a person's personality. The hair of an unhygienic person is usually tangled and dirty because of a lack of washing and combing. To have a healthy scalp, proper nutrition is needed. General health has a direct relation with the quality and quantity of hair. Regular washing, use of hair oil, proper combing, etc. are also needed to make the hair beautiful. General hints for combing are discussed here.
1) Different varieties of combs are available in the market. The best comb is selected by considering the nature of hair (hard or soft, long or short), style,style and convenience.
2) Combing requires the utmost care and concentration. Some people, especially men, think about some other matters and comb without any care, which may be harmful to the hair.
3) Combing should be gentle. A vigorous combing can increase hairfalling.
4) Do not comb if the hair is wet. First dry it with a towel, and then put some oil on it and gently massage it. Now the combing will be easy and harmless.
5) Avoid combing in the opposite direction of the hairs. This can increase hair falling.
6) Vigorous combing in a backward direction can produce traction baldness.
7) Frequent combing can damage the scalp and the hair follicles. Those who carry pocket combs use it frequently and make it a habit. Combing two or three times in a day is sufficient.
8) The tooth of the comb should not be sharp, and it should not be pressed too tightly on the scalp.
9) Always clean the comb before and after use because hair and dirt deposited in the gap will make combing difficult and painful.
10) Others combs should not be used. This helps to prevent fungal and bacterial infections. Head lice can also spread from one person to another by sharing the combs.
11) Combing the tangled hair is difficult and painful. Hence, use some shampoo for cleaning, and after drying, put oil on and make the hair free for easy combing.
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