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But why is it that these hairstyles look good only on celebrities?
Surely, you must have tried to recreate your favourite celeb's hairstyle at home. However, they are never as good as expected.
Why? The answer is simple - you’re probably using the wrong products for your hair type and style.
Getting your basics right is extremely important and we’re here to help you through it.
Here’s all that you need to know about the different types of hair products for men and which one you should use based on your hair type:
Types Of Hair Products © MensXP
Hair products can be roughly classified into three main categories - hair care products, hair styling products and hair styling tools.
1. Hair Care Products Hair care products help in nourishing the hair and mostly, target problems like hair fall, dandruff and excess oil. They’re meant to help you take care of your hair and improve its overall health.
· Hair Shampoo Shampoos are cleansers that help in removing the excess oil, dirt and dandruff from the scalp. It’s very important that you choose the right shampoo based on your scalp type.
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Men with oily scalp should go for a shampoo with cleansing agents like clay, charcoal, lemon, etc. Men with dry scalp should go for hydrating shampoos with hydrating ingredients like essential oils and aloe vera gel.
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· Hair Conditioner Hair conditioners are meant to be used after using hair shampoo. While cleaning your scalp, shampoos tend to dry out your hair. This is where a conditioner steps in.
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It helps in increasing the smoothness of your hair while moisturizing it. It also helps in protecting your hair against environmental damage.
Regardless of your hair type, a conditioner is a must in your hair care routine.
· Hair Oil © Giphy
Hair oil is one of the most popular hair care products in India. Depending on your hair concern, you can pick from hundreds of different types of hair oils.
Hair oil is to your scalp, what food is to your body. In other words, it’s a nutrient-packed product meant to strengthen your hair.
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Men with oily scalp should go for antibacterial oils like lemon, rosemary or coconut oil. Whereas, men with dry scalp should go for more nourishing oils like almond, argan, jojoba or castor oil.
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You can also read about the best hair oils for hair growth here and choose accordingly.
· Hair Mask © Giphy
A hair mask is a deeply nourishing hair product. It’s meant to condition, hydrate and treat damaged hair. You can use a hair mask once or twice a week, depending on how often you need it.
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Choosing the right hair mask will depend on your concern rather than your hair type. From anti-dandruff hair masks to hair masks for brittle hair, there are different types of masks that you can choose from.
· Hair Tonic Hair tonic is enriched with active ingredients and can be both - a styling as well as a hair care product. Depending on your hair concern, you can pick from hair tonics of various types.
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Primarily, this product helps in adding shine to your hair and is best suited for dry hair types which may lack hydration and shine.
2. Hair Styling Products © MensXP
Hair styling products are the type of products that help you in making different hairstyles and improve the overall appearance of your hair. They may or may not be beneficial for your hair.
· Hair Wax A lot of the hair wax formulations use beeswax as the main ingredient. As suggested by the name, this product has a waxy texture and provides a light to strong hold for your hairstyles.
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Depending on your preference, you can pick from a matte as well as a glossy finish. Hair wax, unlike hair gel, has more natural ingredients and is free from alcohol. In other words, it is less damaging than some other hair styling products and is suitable for all hair types.
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· Hair Pomade Hair pomade is relatively greasy in texture and is used to give the hair a slightly wet or glossy look.
It’s mostly used for hairstyles like slicked-back hair, but you can also use it on a daily basis to give your hair a moisturized look. It all depends on how much of the pomade you apply to your hair.
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Hair pomades are also one of the oldest styling products and last longer than most other products. Because of this, it can also be damaging if you use too much of the product.
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It’s one of the best products for men with curly, frizzy or dry hair.
· Hair Serum © Giphy
Hair serum not only nourishes the hair but also helps in styling. It’s a product with an oily texture that sits on top of your hair strands.
It provides a very light hold and its main purpose is to add shine to your hair and remove frizz and dryness.
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You shouldn’t use more than a couple of drops of this product because it can make your hair look greasy.
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This product is best suited for men with long hair, dry hair and curly hair.
· Hair Gel With a gelatin-like texture, hair gels are used to set your hair in a particular style for long hours. While they make your hair look shiny and healthy, it actually hardens the hair to keep them in place.
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A gel normally provides a greasy wet look, but it can also look matte if used differently. For a matte look, apply the hair gel on wet hair. Then, use a hairdryer to set your hair into a style.
For a glossy look, apply the gel on wet hair and comb through, to set it.
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This product is suitable for all hair types and can make any type of hair look healthy and nourished.
· Hair Sprays A relatively new product in the market, hair sprays are great for setting voluminous hairstyles and updos like ponytails and man buns.
A hair spray not only sets your hair but also makes it wind-proof.
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It’s meant to be used as the last product on your hair to lock your style in place. After this, no matter what comes your way, your hairstyle is not going to move, even by an inch.
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Hair sprays are suitable for all types of hair.
· Hair Cream A hair cream provides a medium hold to the hair and is used to add moisture and nourishment to the hair. It adds a natural shine and smoothness to the hair.
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If you have rough or damaged hair, go for a hair cream. You can also choose one based on your hair problems like dandruff, hair breakage, etc.
3. Hair Styling Tools © MensXP
Lastly, we’ll discuss hair styling tools that help in giving your hair some structure.
· Hair Dryer A hair dryer is a must in your grooming arsenal. No matter what the hairstyle is, using a blow dryer ensures perfection.
· Straighteners & Curling WandsHair and beard straighteners have become extremely common for men’s styling. As the name suggests, this tool helps in straightening your hair using heat.
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Other tools like curling wands and hair wavers help in adding texture, curls and waves to the hair. These tools, however, are only necessary if you have medium-length or long hair.
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· Combs & Brushes An essential part of your daily routine, combing or brushing your hair regularly is the most effective way to improve your hair health.
Not only does it help in improving blood circulation in the region, but it also helps in detangling, styling and reducing hair breakage.
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The Bottomline Taking care of your hair is extremely important, especially if you want to tackle hair loss, breakage and hair thinning.
However, this does not mean that you buy any and every product that promises that. Instead, educate yourself on the right ingredients to tackle hair loss and choose your product wisely.
We hope this guide helps you make better decisions and develop a hair care and styling routine that works best for your hair type.
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