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The Obvious Fact That Will Change the Way You View Hair Care

28 July, 2019 - 05:17pm by - First Lady | 25 Comments

Hair myths.  Here's a few you've probably heard, and maybe even believe:

  • Your hair gets used to your shampoo so you need to change it up.
  • Regular trims help your hair grow;
  • A cold rinse make your hair shiny.

Even your hairdresser has probably told you them - but there is one glaring hair FACT that makes these tips ridiculous.

Are you ready?

Your hair is effectively dead from the root down.

Let's look at those common facts again with this fact in mind.

1. Your hair gets used to your shampoo


Your hair is effectively dead from the root down - it doesn't feel and it certainly doesn't know if you're using the same brand day after day, month after month.  If you've found a product that works for you, don't feel the need to change it up every month.  The products will perform in the same manner every time you use it.

If your hair is oil-prone or you feel a build up of product just  use a clarifying shampoo every so often to remove residue and product build up.

2.  Regular trims help your hair grow. 


Your hair is effectively dead from the root down.  Why would removing some of the dead part of something encourage the live root to grow?  Madness. Regular trims will remove split ends making your hair look healthy and lay flat, but it won't have any impact on the rate of growth.

To encourage hair growth looks for treatments and masks that focus on delivering key nutrients to the scalp, or try a Hair, Skin and Nails supplement

3.  A cold rinse will make your hair sleeker and shinier*


We don't mean to sound repetitive, or morbid but...your hair is effectively dead from the root down It cannot feel hot from cold.  And therefore it can't react differently to them. 

It's hair swell, which is caused by water in the shaft and/or pH levels that contribute (minimally) to shine/lack of shine.  The more processed your hair is, the more porous it is.  The more water/product it absorbs the more it swells and the more your pH levels change, meaning the less shiny your hair will be.  Temperature has no effect on this.

Look for shine inducing products and oils instead.

There you go, three common hair myths busted with just one simple fact!

 

*This one is likely to prove contentious, but here's some further reading with interviews from experts, scientists and trichologists.  

Does Cold Water Make My Hair Shiny?

MythBusters: Rinsing Your Hair In Cold Water

Sorry — A Cold Water Rinse Will NOT Make Your Hair Shinier

Cold Rinse, Shiny Hair: Does It Really Work?

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2nd August, 2019

I know hair is dead but I really find shampoo gets less effective over time.

31st July, 2019

My girlfriend will read all of this haha now I know she's right about hair getting used to shampoo. Suppose it isn't so bad then if I reach for her stuff every now and then.

30th July, 2019

I always use a serum for shine, and otherwise just stick to hydrating shampoo/conditioner and a protecting spray for styling then let my fabulous hairdresser sort my haircare failings every 8 weeks :)

29th July, 2019

I’m definitely a person who likes to switch and change my shampoo and conditioner up I have faves but sometimes change is good.

29th July, 2019

Thank goodness it's dead because otherwise every time you cut it or used heat styling tools it'd hurt.

28th July, 2019

Yes lots and lots of hair myths.... =D

28th July, 2019

I only try different shampoo and conditioners as I haven't found my holy grail. Save for a L'Oreal set that I LOVED. However the brand isn't cruelty free so I really try not to repurchase.

28th July, 2019

Interesting! In terms of pH levels, a rinse with apple cider vinegar before conditioner definitely relieves my irritated scalp and smooths my hair.

28th July, 2019

I like to switch my shampoo and conditioner up all the time as I am yet to findy my holy grail. I've heard all of these myths:-)

28th July, 2019

My hairdresser rung recently touting for business and said a trim will help my hair grow lol

Mumof3Munchkins
6th August, 2019

Does it bring natural shine? I have some ACV so keen to try this if it does.

Lisa-Lou
29th July, 2019

I am the same, always trying new ones! Im using dove intense therapy atm and it is really nice. Also I double wash with shampoo now and it makes a huge difference.

MareeB
3rd August, 2019

I'm the same but a bit shallow cos I tend to judge them by scent lol

Mumof3Munchkins
6th August, 2019

I agree tabucutie, havent found mine either. That's why I get suckered it with new products and their promises.

tabucutie
6th August, 2019

Pretty much, just keep buying and trying lol.

Kimrose
28th September, 2019

Maree, the way they smell is important.

MareeB
3rd August, 2019

Good point!

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