There is no doubt that chemical treatments are a good way to keep your hair shiny and healthy, but the real challenge begins after you have straightened the hair.

Due care is imperative for permanently straightened strands, especially when you are battling frizz and humid conditions in your daily hair care routine, when a long-term solution can be seen as godsend.

Here are some ways you can implement a good haircare regimen after your permanent hair straightening treatment is over.

Protect your hair from heat

We all know that heal-styling tools can give us fabulous looks and the sleek and straight hair we desire, but on the other hand, if not used correctly they can cause significant damage to the strands.

This is why trusting a heat protectant spray, which come in different ranges, can be useful in creating a barrier between the hair and the heat generated by the styling tool and reduce the risk of damage. So make sure to spritz some protective product that can prevent damage from hot tools, up to temperatures of 230 degrees C.

Choose the right shampoo

After hair straightening, using any shampoo with sulfates is a big no-no as the ingredients can be extremely harsh on the scalp.Therefore, switch to a sulfate-free product to prevent further eroding the health of your locks. In addition, try to shampoo less frequently, like once in three days, to help retain the essential oils.

Consider a milky-smooth hair softening shampoo that is ideal for all hair types and is infused with nourishing ingredients, like Roucou oil, which is perfect to maintain soft, shiny and voluminous tresses, besides its antioxidant action and long-lasting perfume.

Include deep conditioning

Apart from your usual haircare routine, consider deep conditioning either once a week or once in ten days as straightened hair tends to be brittle and dryer.The best way to remain hydrated after hair straightening is by applying a good quality leave-in hair serum, just after you shampoo your hair.

To compliment your hair wash routine, a good leave-in conditioner will restore, refresh and smoothen your hair while protecting it from environmental stresses. Leave-in conditioners, with glycerin and hyaluronic acid, are suitable for all types of hair.

Trim your hair regularly

Keep a razor-sharp eye on the condition of your hair from time to time and opt for a trim every six to eight weeks.This will make sure that you get rid of any split ends before they manage to work their way up to the shaft and damage the hair further, as well as helping to prevent damaged hair edges. 

Asides from the fun of treating yourself, a timely salon visit play an important role in any healthy hair growth and hair routine.That said, regular trims are also essential even if you are trying to grow your hair out. A salon visit also allows you to experience sustainable beauty in real life, from custom treatments to specialized color and cuts.