Hello Dolls,
How is everyone doing? I have been away for a
while-been busy with work, shoots and a couple of other pet projects. I trust
y’all are still looking “Supa Dupa Fly” without your “Hair
Doctor/Police/Inspector? Whichever you choose to call me is fine by me…lol.
Last post we started out on the “art” of shampooing
and shampoos and as promised this will be the concluding part so for those of
you that didn’t find your hair-type in my previous post, you’re welcome….
Due to the schedules and tight routine I’ve been on
in the past week or two I have had to braid my hair with extensions and carry
it in different styles to change up my look. In today’s post I will also be
sharing some of those photographs with you.
In the series “Shampoo Not Soap Suds” (Part One) the
last hair type we dealt with was “Color or Chemically Treated Hair” and today
we shall continue from there.
Dry, Damaged Hair
If
your hair is dry and damaged, avoid clear shampoos and go straight for the
creamy ones. These gently cleanse the hair, smoothes it, detangles and diffuses
static. Look for glycerin and collagen to help restore the moisture balance to
your hair and ensure the shampoo does not contain sodium laureth sulfate(which
is a highly stripping detergent).
Recommendations
Kerastase
Bain Satin, Kerastase Nutritive Masquintense, Garnier Triple Nutrition 3-Minute
Undo Dryness Reversal Treatment, Philip Kingsley Elasticizer, L'Oreal EverStrong
Reconstruct.
Hair Loss Shampoo
Hair
loss is always a concern for everyone. Many shampoos in the market claim to be
effective for hair loss, but you should not trust these products without trying
them. These products may work, but still there is a concern, what if you stop
using them; again your hair will start falling.
For
preventing hair loss use shampoo rich in amino acids and botanicals; these
nutrients are important for a healthy scalp. It is good for any type of hair
and helps hair that has been damaged by dyes and curling irons. Although you
must be using shampoo for preventing hair loss it is also very important to
look after your diet as well. Eat healthy for healthy hair. Wash your hair and
avoid harmful chemicals that could damage your hair and scalp. Massage your
hair and scalp to keep hair follicles and the pores of the scalp free from
clogging. Proper nutrition and right amount of sleep are also factors that
count towards hair loss.
Hair
loss while taking medication or while under severe stress, get reversed when
the conditions are resolved. Hair loss shampoo is worth it but it doesn’t work
for everybody then again it is worth trying them before heading for an
expensive hair loss treatment.
Hair
loss shampoos are cosmetic items meant only for treating hair loss. They are
not approved for treating baldness. To some extent your personal hygiene may
also contribute towards preventing your hair loss. Wash your hair regularly
with a good shampoo because excess of oil and dirt may cause hair loss.
There are two popular hair loss
shampoos out on the market, Nioxin and Rogaine. These two products take
completely opposite approaches to correct hair loss.
Rogaine uses a drug as a way to re-grow
new hair.
Nioxin believes in cleansing the scalp
and removing blockage from the hair follicle.
Both offer a viable hair loss treatment
if used as directed.
Before you head out to the pharmacy to
get any of these shampoos you should know that using Rogaine is a life-long
commitment as discontinued use will result in most new hair falling out.
Nioxin
is a professional line of hair care products. They do not claim to regrow but
thicken hair and slow hair loss by creating a healthier scalp environment. When
used as directed, it can be a very beneficial hair loss treatment.
Dandruff and
Medicated Shampoo
Dandruff
is a mix of oils from the hair shaft, sweat, bacteria and scalp tissue. It
often occurs due to stress and poor diet. White flakes (dead cells) lie close
to the roots of your hair and cause itchiness. Avoid scratching your scalp and
wash your hair with an “Anti-Dandruff Shampoo”
Many dandruff shampoos contain either
zinc pyrithione or tea tree oil. Zinc pyrithione has both anti-fungal and
anti-bacterial properties. These shampoos also contain chemicals that slow down
the cell multiplication that causes dandruff. Tea tree oils also have
antibacterial, anti-fungal and antiseptic qualities. Shampooing with an
anti-dandruff shampoo can lead to dry hair condition. Use it only once a week,
alternating with ordinary shampoos.
Recommendations
Tea
Tree Shampoo by Paul Mitchell, Head & Shoulders Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, Dr.
Miracle Anti-Dandruff Shampoo and Selsun Blue.
Shampoo for Afro Hair
Afro hair is thirsty, so wash it as
infrequently as possible to prevent drying out-stylists recommend every four to
five days. Use a shampoo and conditioner specifically developed for this hair
type, which will be thicker in consistency, contain less cleansing agents and
be full of moisturizing extracts.
When shopping for these products, scan
labels for ingredients such as jojoba, mango, which will indulge the locks with
much needed nourishment.
How to
Shampoo Hair
- Always use the right quantity of shampoo for washing your hair. If you use more shampoo than necessary your naturally black hair may become dull.
- To begin with, first brush or comb your hair to loosen dead skin cells and dirt. Then wet your hair with warm water. Wetting your hair with warm water helps to open the hair cuticles and ensures the hair gets enough nutrients and moisture soaked in.
- Dilute shampoo with some water in the palm of your hands, work up some lather and with your fingertips massage the shampoo into your hair. The ends of your hair are not greasy so concentrate on the hair nearest to your scalp.
- Massage only your scalp in small circular motions to stimulate blood circulation for healthy hair. By all means do not wring your hair shaft as you would a piece of laundry while washing it by hand as this may damage hair strands as well as dry them out. Rather focus on the scalp by applying the shampoo directly to it and gently massaging, the lather from the shampoo is enough to gently cleanse hair shaft while you rinse. If you have long hair don’t pile it on top of your head and scrub as they may entangle.
- Shampoo for a second time only if your hair is very dirty. After using a conditioner ensure your final rinse out is with regular cool, clean water from a tap or shower to close the cuticles.
Remove excess moisture from your hair
by wrapping a towel around your head or patting it dry. Avoid rubbing your hair
till dry as this may damage it.
On that note we conclude our writeup on
“Shampoos and Shampooing” thank you so much for dropping by.
Here are some of the ways I rocked my
braids these past few weeks, enjoy…
If
this blog has helped you in any way tell a friend or two and do let us know. As
always do not hesitate to leave your questions and comments below or send an
email to divashairstory@gmail.com. You can also follow us on twitter
(@Diva_Twitts) for tips and tricks as well as juicy gossips on what some of
your favorite celebrities are doing with their hair.
Next
week we shall look at “Conditioners And Conditioning” till then its
toodles…;;-)
Shout
out to all the dudes who stop over every now and again for tips also.
Much
love to Bisola and May and my other “sistahs” who have drawn inspiration to
grow out their funky, kinky hair through my posts…God bless, you know I got
y’all.
Here’s
sending everyone else lots of hugs, love and kisses
Xoxo
Diva
