Treat yourself to some pillow cases of silk or satin. Cotton pillow cases can snag and break your hair. The satin or silk will make your hair slide over the pillow. If you do not have a silk or satin pillowcase, pull your hair up using a fabric covered hair bow. If you want volume, wash your hair and lean over so you can comb your hair from the base of your neck. Blow dry this area before you flip your hair back. You can also use a shampoo designed to give more volume to your hair but drying it upside-down is often the best solution.

Assimilate texture into your hairstyle. If your hairstyle has texture, it will take a lot less time to style. Texture can be added through the cut or style, or, alternatively, through a perm. Your hair will naturally be fuller, and you will be able to experiment with many types of styles and looks. Living a healthy lifestyle has everything to do with the healthiness of your hair. Eat a balanced diet, and make sure you get plenty of exercise. Excessive smoking, not getting enough sleep, and other unhealthy habits are detrimental to the health of your hair. Take good care of yourself, and your hair will follow suit.

It may seem obvious, but don't ever straighten your hair with a clothes iron. Many people continue using this method without realizing how damaging it is to their hair. There are a wide variety of hair-specific straightening irons that are both safer and easier to use. Braiding wet hair and letting it air dry can add instant texture, volume and style that costs nothing but a few minutes of your time. If you find wet hair a challenge to braid, work on dry hair and mist your hair well with water, when done with your plaits.

Although there is no permanent solution for split ends, products are available that can temporarily minimize the problem. These products work by "gluing" split ends back together. Always keep in mind that this is a temporary solution and using these products frequently will not cure split ends. It can even cause hair transplanting additional damage to the hair. Do not forget sun protection for your hair. Over-exposure to UV rays can dry out the natural oils in your hair, leaving your hair dull, brittle, and unattractive. Be sure to wear a hat when you plan to spend a length of time in the sun. This will protect your face and your hair.

It is okay to use styling products on your hair as long as you refrain from using them every day of the week. Use then every so often and make sure that they do not contain alcohol, which will only serve to damage hair and make it dry and brittle. Only wash your hair as often as you think it needs washed. Everyone's hair is different but a good way to go about it is to wash it and condition it every other day or around 2-3 days a week depending on your daily activities and your body's physiology.

Avoid damaging your hair when shampooing. Before you put any shampoo on your hair, make sure it is completely wet. Then, lather the shampoo in your hands and apply to your hair. Scrub no longer than 30 seconds. By taking these steps, you will avoid any extra hair breakage. Hair is very fragile when it is wet. Avoid combing or brushing your hair when it is wet. It will more easily break and stretch out when wet and you try to brush it. At the very least wait until it is damp to brush your hair out, this minimizes damage.

Make sure to clean out your brushes and combs, and wash them periodically. A good rule of thumb is to clean them with soap and water around once a week. This will minimize the amount of build up that you will incur on your hair follicles and you will have healthier hair. If your conditioner doesn't keep your hair as soft as it should, consider using a leave-in conditioner as well. A good leave-in conditioner can be applied right out of the shower, and will give your hair the moisture it craves. You may also want to try a deep conditioning treatment.

Be sure to select a hair style that works with your face shape. A hair cut may look fantastic on your friend or a celebrity, but that doesn't mean it'll flatter you. Find a hair stylist you can work with, and come up with a hair cut that will make your features shine. A permanent wave can be a great way to add volume and texture to thin, flyaway hair. A permanent can also provide the foundation for curls that will hold better and last longer, after roller setting or styling. Permanents are available in many different forms, suitable for any length and type of hair.