Can you believe 2013 is here? The whole New Year’s resolution thing
gets me very excited. It’s a good exercise not only because of the
hope it brings for an upcoming new year and fresh start, but it also
requires reflection and for me, a strong appreciation for the last year.
It’s interesting to think about what resolutions people make and why,
the inspiration behind the decision, and whether they’ll follow
through. There are of course the standard resolutions and those that
are unique as we are. At Ovation we’re motivated by hair health so that
is one thing I consider when deciding what resolutions to make.
These resolution ideas will not only make you feel great, they will give your hair a happy new year too!
Drink more water – Drinking more water is a great resolution because it’s measurable, attainable, wonderful for overall health
and the
health of your hair!
Each strand of hair is made up of about 25% water, so your hair needs
to stay hydrated to remain healthy. The scalp also needs water to keep
the hair shaft moisturized. Each person should drink half their weight
in oz of water per day. Whether this means cutting down on other drinks
like sodas or just increasing your water intake, this is one easy
resolution that has huge rewards.
Eat healthier, no junk food – Eating healthy is by
far one of the most notorious of resolutions and probably also one of
the first to be abandoned. Choosing a healthy diet benefits your hair
immensely because it’s the most effective way for your body to get the
nutrients it needs. If your body isn’t getting those nutrients, your
scalp health becomes less of a priority and can deteriorate.
Know that
healthy is an important word here and eating
healthier and decreasing junk food is very different than losing weight
in an unhealthy way. Severe weight loss and crash diets are one of the
main reasons for hair loss.
Take a multivitamin – As mentioned above, the best
thing you can do for your hair is to make sure your body is healthy, but
even eating healthy doesn’t guarantee that you’re getting all the
nutrients you need. Taking a daily multivitamin will provide you with a
great source of vitamins and minerals that are crucial to good health.
Another huge benefit to taking the right multivitamin is that it will
keep your scalp, hair, and skin healthy as well.
We recently launched a multivitamin that includes vitamins that do just that.
The Ovation Multivitamin also has added extracts from all natural roots, herbs, plants, and fruits that are known for their health and hair benefits.
Go natural – Many people are not only introducing natural and organic food items into their diets, but are also committing to the use of
naturally derived body and hair care products.
After all, these items are being consumed too when absorbed into the
skin. By purchasing naturally derived products, you’re getting higher
quality ingredients which of course make your scalp happy. You’re also
avoiding harsh chemicals that could be building up on your scalp,
causing irritation and possibly even worse.
Ovation products are naturally derived and contain vitamins,
antioxidants, plant extracts, and aromatherapy scents that all work to
promote
healthy hair.
Quit smoking – We all know that smoking causes all
types of health problems, so while your lungs and heart will be very
happy without nicotine, so will your hair. Smoking is said to induce
both premature hair loss and graying because it interferes with the
circulation that the scalp and follicle need. Carbon Monoxide and other
toxins found in cigarettes make it difficult for your cells to reproduce
into healthy cells, including the cells needed for hair growth and
strength.
When it comes to resolutions, the options are endless so whether you
choose a resolution that benefits your hair or not, make this New Year a
great one and may 2013 be your best year yet!
Cheers!
- Emily
Sources - livestrong.com, huffingtonpost.com
