There is a common misconception that having gorgeous hair means having to spend hundreds of dollars on pricey hair products just to maintain it. Although you will need to have your hair cut by a professional, which will cost you depending on your hair stylist, buying different hair products may not be for everyone. The good news is that just because you are on a budget, it doesn’t mean that you won’t be able to have gorgeous looking hair because there are steps that you can take to achieve this. Here are some to get you started.

Consider using home remedies for your hair

Most of us rely on chemical laden hair treatments to fight off hair problems but sometimes, the best approach to keeping your hair healthy and free from damage is to look for alternative solutions that are leaning toward the organic. Think home remedies such as baking soda, vinegar, yogurt, and the like all of which have their own uses and benefits.

Double-shampooing is not good for your hair

Do you wash your hair twice in one session? Double-shampooing is a marketing trick by hair companies so you will use up their products two times more than is necessary so you will have no choice but to buy them from again in just a few weeks’ time. Unfortunately, you may think that washing your hair twice in one session is going to give you that gorgeous hair you’ve always wanted but it can actually dry it up faster. This is because you are stripping your hair of its natural oils. Experts recommend that you shampoo your hair every other day instead.

Bring out your hair’s natural shine

Shiny and healthy looking hair can certainly make heads turn which is why combing your hair using the right kind of hair brush is always recommended. If you are wearing highlights, the best thing to do to bring them out is to use an astringent rinse after you wash your hair. You can also combine some lemon juice and vinegar to wash your hair with. The right recipe for this is to mix ¼ cup of lemon juice to a cup of vinegar. Mix and pour on your hair after you rinse.

Switch to satin

Another trick to maintain gorgeous hair even when you are on a budget is to use satin pillowcases. The smooth surface of the satin prevents friction from occurring on your hair so less hair fall and hair breakage. Satin pillowcases can help you preserve your hairstyle so you don’t have to worry about it the following day.

Timing is everything when dyeing your hair

Don’t use clarifying shampoo after you have dyed your hair as this will lessen the color and can make your hair look dull too. A better option would be to use your clarifying shampoo before you have your hair colored as it will help clear up any product build up thus keeping your new hair color vibrant and longer lasting.

Too much is a good thing

Shampoo, conditioner, serums, styling mousse, we all use these products often to keep our hair looking great. But just like with anything good, too much of it can be harmful in the long run. Just remember that those products that you are putting on your hair can leave chemical traces on your hair strands and scalp which can clog the pores. This, in turn, can make your hair brittle and heavy and dull too. You should simply limit your use to half of the amount that you use often to ease up on product build up on your hair.