Hair is an important part of our self-image. The way we style it and color it is often a reflection of our personalities. It’s also often one of the main things people notice about us, so it’s a useful way to communicate certain aspects of our character to people. Below, we’ll look at how styling and taking care of your hair can help you feel good about yourself.
Clean, healthy hair can help you feel on top of things
Working remotely, it can be easy to let personal care slide, as we see fewer people. You may wonder what the point of showering on your normal schedule is if no one even sees you that often anymore. Many remote workers suffer as a result of being more isolated and personal care can suffer along with them. Indeed, 58.89% of All Things Hair readers mentioned experiencing increased feelings of loneliness while working remotely.
However, keeping your hair clean and styled can help you feel more in control of your daily life and more like you’re on a normal schedule. Also, as restrictions lift, having clean hair and looking your best can help encourage you to get out of the house more, even while working remotely.
Define how you interact with the world
Certain hairstyles convey certain traits, so many people style their hair in ways that help them project the traits they value into the world. For instance, if you value an artistic side and non-conformity, you might choose statement styles like bold hair colors or shaved patterns. Alternatively, classic styles like long waves can give a more traditional look.
Feel more in control of your life
There’s nothing like finding the perfect hair shade that just feels more in line with your personality than your natural color. It gives you the ultimate feeling of control that you can decide how your hair looks; that it’s not just something dictated by nature.
Styling your hair in ways that look good and make sense to you can also give you a sense of independence.
Celebrating heritage
Sometimes, keeping your hair natural can help you connect with what makes you beautiful. As an example, such is the case with caring for and styling natural Black hair. Many African hairstyles are deeply rooted in traditional culture, and these styles can be an excellent way to honor your heritage.
Feel more creative
By trying different things with your hair, you can channel your artsy side as you work towards styles that suit you best. You might see how different shades of color work together or how different ways you style your hair work with your jawline. All these elements combine to give you a sense of accomplishment when you get it just right.
Hairstyles are more than just something we wear on the surface. They can also reveal what we value and be a source of deep self-expression. As such, it can help our mental health to play around with our hair until we find the perfect style.