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Skip the Shampoo ?

3/25/2016

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​You may have heard. There’s a current trend in hair care, of not using shampoo. Some women report they haven’t used shampoo in a year or more. Instead, they use only conditioner to massage into the hair and scalp, just as they would shampoo. Then they rinse and style. Proponents of this trend say it is much better for their hair and they notice better condition and texture.


My opinion:

It causes no harm to skip the shampoo and use only conditioner occasionally. Many of us shampoo far too often. Hair doesn’t usually get extremely dirty, unless our body produces an excessive amount of sebum. Skipping the shampoo once in a while allows for more natural oil in the hair as well as an extra layer of conditioner. Women with coarse or naturally curly hair receive benefit because hair is less frizzy.

Warning: Weigh the risks.

Let’s talk about the way hair grows. During the natural growing process of hair, there is a dormant cycle. The hair root has shed its hair shaft. A new hair is on its way but hasn’t shown up yet. It’s still under the skin, inside the follicle. It is during this time that skin cells, styling product, and dirt have a chance to clog the follicle, slowing or preventing new hair growth.

The natural process of shedding skin cells causes a build-up in and around hair follicles. Add to this, mousse, gel, and everyday dust and grime, and you are accumulating layers of follicle clogging materiel.

Shampoo is created to cleanse the scalp. Continual use of only conditioner, without shampoo, will cause layers of build-up, leading to scalp problems and possibly to thinning hair.

One More Thing

As they age, many people have a natural tendency toward thinning hair. Hormones change, and hair growth becomes sluggish. Neglecting the shampoo at this time, will speed up hair loss by allowing oils and shed skin to clog hair follicles.
 
My advice:

If you feel led, skip the shampoo once in a while. Other times, use a good quality shampoo. It will cleanse your hair and scalp while leaving hair in good condition. A cheaper product often leads to dry hair and scalp. 

Use a proven product such as Redken Genius Wash.
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Find a New Hairdresser

8/31/2015

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The search for a new hairdresser can be one of life’s more stressful experiences. All you want is to find someone who listens to what you have to say, suggests new styles periodically, lets you know what is flattering to you personally, and ultimately, does your hair the way you want it done. Sounds easy, right? Wrong.

Women will stay with an unsatisfactory hair stylist for years just because it can be a disastrous experience trying someone new. Finding the great hairdresser is not easy, but with a little patience and some prior planning, the process can be rewarding.


  • Rule one: Don’t rush. Do your homework. Find someone with a style you like, an acquaintance or even a stranger and ask them about their hairdresser. They will be flattered. Be brave. Keep searching. Get several referrals. Then you are ready to go for the Consultation. 
    • Consultations are free. This is where you just talk to the hairdresser. You explain what you are looking for in a style and you also size up the hairdresser. She should ask questions about your history with your hair and how much time you want to spend styling it. Don’t dress up or dress down for the visit. The hairdresser needs to know your personal style. The only indication she has is the picture you present and through what you tell her. It is essential that the two of you have an understanding here. Also expect some suggestions. Beware of the stylist who insists on his or her own idea of what you should wear. Be certain that you are in agreement before the actual haircut appointment.
      Observe the hairdresser. Is her hair stylish and well kept? An ultra-trendy style is not always the best indication of an educated stylist. Though it might be just the thing if that’s the kind of look you are going for. Is it stylish, flattering to their features and appropriate for their clothing style?
  • Rule two: Be Prepared. Before your visit to the salon, find pictures of styles you like. Look in fashion or other magazines. Collect pictures of stars and personalities. Any style that strikes your fancy. You can also take along pictures of partial styles, if you like the back of one and the front or the crown of another. The salon will also have style books available for you to look at. If you plan to do this, arrive at least twenty minutes in advance of your appointment. A busy stylist will only have a certain amount of time allotted for you. You will not want to waste too much time trying to make a basic decision. 
  • Rule three: Don’t relax yet! Now you are sitting in the chair, ready for the cut. Sit up straight. Don’t fidget or cross your legs. Feet flat on the footrest. If you lean to one side, even slightly, and your hairdresser doesn’t notice, the balance of the cut can be thrown off. Fidgeting is irritating as well as apt to cause mistakes in the line. By the way, keep your head still while you are talking. This is one occasion when it is not the rule to look into the eyes of the person you are talking to. You may talk to her reflection in the mirror.

And one last piece of advice, examine your motives. Be careful about being impulsive. 

Times when it is not wise to change your style are:

  • when you have just broken up with your boyfriend
  • when you have had a fight with your husband
  • when you have just changed jobs.
It’s best to be calm, cool and of sound mind. If you are not; opt for a trim - and a manicure.

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How to Shampoo Your Hair

5/17/2015

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  1. After your shampoo and rinse, squeeze out the excess water and towel blot your hair.
  2. Place a small amount of conditioner in the palm of your hand.
  3. Rub your hands together to emulsify the conditioner.
  4. Apply the conditioner by starting at the front hairline and working back toward the crown and the back. Again, you may reverse this pattern.
  5. Use a wide toothed comb to comb the conditioner through your hair and out to the ends.
  6. Leave your conditioner on your hair for the recommended time. This is usually only 3 to 5 minutes. Longer than the recommended time does not result in better condition.
  7. Again, rinse your hair thoroughly, separating your hair so that the water gets through it all. If your hair is fine and lacks body, this is an important step. If you have coarse of frizzy hair, a small amount of the conditioner left in the hair is sometimes beneficial.
Preparation for styling
  1. Blot your hair with a towel, making sure not scrub or vigorously rub your hair. You want only to remove the excess moisture. Rubbing roughs up the cuticle of the hair and can cause frizziness and tangles.
  2. If your hair normally takes a long time to dry, wrap a towel tightly around it and leave it there for 3 to 5 minutes to absorb the maximum amount of moisture.
  3. Use a wide toothed comb to gently remove the tangles. Tugging or brushing with a hair brush will damage your hair. Remember that wet hair stretches and breaks more easily than dry hair.
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