Thursday, March 8, 2012

Hair Habits You Should Stop...NOW

1. Scratching
Hair Care Stylist PSA: PLEASE do not scratch your scalp! If you suffer from itchy scalp, first identify your problem. If your scalp is itching, the PH levels of it could be off balance. Pure peppermint oil is a great treatment for that. The causes of itchy scalp vary from lack of moisture on one hand, and over moisturizing on the other, both of which you can change. If you suffer from itchy scalp because of a medical condition, ie. psoriasis or eczema, you should consult your physician immediately.

2. Using Products That Are Too Thick
Using thick products on your scalp can cause build up & fungal dandruff. Thick products can also weigh you hair down and can remain in your hair until…whenever if you’re not thoroughly cleansing your scalp when you wash. Also, being a product collector is not necessary. Find a few products that work well for you and stick with them. Remember… less is more healthy.

3. No Shampoo/Co-Washing
Co-Washing, which is using conditioner only in your hair cleansing process, can be great to do while in between shampoos. It eliminates the need to comb your hair so often and leaves your hair soft and amazingly just the right texture. I definitely recommend it. BUT, with time, our hair accumulates dirt from outside and build-up from products. Too much dirt or build-up can lead to an offensive smell, breakage, and/or malassezia (a fungal-type dandruff that develops in the presence of lipids, oils, waxes, etc.).

4. Product Grouping/Hair Typing
You are a special, one of a kind type of person. No one else is made like you, nor are you like anyone else. To think a product will work for you like it does for someone else is silly.  A lot of people have several different textures of hair on their head.  Find what works for you and stick with it. What works for you may change as the seasons change, and as your hair grows, or even when you cut it. However, this is why it’s important for you to bond with and get to know your hair, or find a regular barber/stylist to work with that can help you understand and get acquainted with it.

5. Using Products w Alcohol
Using products with alcohol will dry your hair out. Period. The other ingredients mixed in will make you think that it’s nice in the moment, but the feeling is only temporary and you will need to continually apply the product to maintain those results. There are plenty of products that do not contain alcohol though, try those!






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