Foods for shiny, healthy hair.

When it comes to getting healthy hair, sometimes it’s best to work from the inside out.

In addition to using the right haircare products recommended by your Convict Cutter Stylist you can drastically change the way your hair feels and looks from the food on your plate. The right vitamins and minerals can lead to sustained new hair growth while also strengthening your luscious locks.

Here are 4 superfoods that may help you on your journey to better hair from the inside!

1. Chia Seeds

Foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids are a must for happy hair. Chia seeds are packed full of Omega-3s, while also including powerful vitamins and minerals such as phosphorous, calcium and protein. Just sprinkle a spoonful into your breakfast bowl, or smoothie!

2. Lemon

Supermodels may be onto something with their morning lemon and hot water! Lemon’s have a very high concentration of vitamin C, which in-turn helps to build collagen. This collagen production is vital in helping your hair to grow as well as helping your body to absorb iron, which strengthens the hair shaft - go the humble lemon! I’ll definitely be raiding my neighbours tree now.

3. Walnuts

Protein sources including nuts, seeds, eggs, chicken, fish and steak keep your hair strong and healthy as well as aiding in muscle development (cough, cough, summers coming, cough). Without enough protein, hair can become dry and weak which no body wants. Plus diets too low in protein may even cause hair loss! Yikes. So, next time you’re at the supermarket, be sure to stock up on the protein and chuck a few walnuts in that salad.

4. Spinach

Leafy green fanatics rejoice, spinach is not only incredible for your hair but also your skin, and nails! Win, win. Spinach is full of iron which aids in keeping your locks healthy and strong + it also contains vitamins A and C! These vitamins help make your hair grow (in conjunction with great care and a regular cut from your stylist).