Test Hair for Structural Strength
Testing hair visually for structural strength can tell you a lot about what your hair needs. This test will work on straight and wavy hair.
Steps
- Remove a strand of hair. Take it from the side, just above your ears.
- Hold the hair between your thumb and forefinger. Using your other hand, run the thumbnail and index finger along the hair quickly. The end result should be spring of curls.
- Pull this curly piece of hair taut. Only do this for a few seconds and then release. This is what the test can tell you about your hair:
- Hair that springs back to the curly spring is in good to excellent condition
- Hair that returns in much larger loops, or barely at all, is in poor condition. In this case, your hair needs conditioning and probably a visit to the hairdresser.
Tips
- It helps to look in the mirror when plucking a hair.
Warnings
- This test is not foolproof but is indicative of hair condition. Always ask for additional advice from a hair care professional.
Things You'll Need
- Strand of hair
