There are many many myths about hair, and sadly perhaps, even hair stylists who should know better circulate some of this Hair Voodoo. Here are the scientific FACTS about the top 10 hair myths:
1. Cutting your hair makes it stronger or grow faster.
Bull winkle. Its hair, not a lawn. Exactly where this myth started is unknown, but is probably related to the observation of men’s facial hair. There are different kinds of hair on your face and head. Hair on your head and facial hair have different properties. Cutting your …

If you have this problem, wash your hair daily with a mild shampoo that does not contain conditioners — often labeled “clarifying”; these will leave the least amount of residue.
Then use a light creme rinse or conditioner only on the ends of your hair, if needed, and be sure to rinse thoroughly.
Avoid all products containing silicone , oils or lanolin, as well as two-in-one products.
During the day, a quick combing can help redistribute oils and reduce that stringy appearance. Or, for more a more serious case, spritz a little water …

Stuck in a hair rut and don’t know what to do? No matter what your hair type, try one of these tips to see what works for you.
* Give your hair an ‘off’ day, or a few of them, every week. Let your hair have a break from any heat (i.e.: blow dryers, curling irons or flat irons) and go au natural.
* Don’t shampoo every day. Shampooing your hair daily washes away your natural oils that condition your hair. If you are …

Getting long, luscious locks is on the top of women’s to-do lists everywhere and extensions are the easiest and fastest way to get there. Although getting extensions may be easy, hair extension care is a whole other ball game.
Taking care of extensions requires time and effort that doesn’t normally go into taking care of your natural strands.
* Shampoos: It’s best to pick a shampoo that is free of sulfates like Stephen Knoll Deep Moisture Shampoo. It is not only sulfate-free but rich and moisturizing as well, …

The look of the hair - shine etc. and the way it is worn makes great deal of difference to one’s appearance. Thick, long, shiny hair ha been considered one of the main beauty assets. One can easily make their hair shiny at home using home remedy for shiny hair.
1) Many home ingredients can be used as a hair rinse. Tea and beer rinses are known to improve the look of the hair and makes hair shiny. For a tea rinse: boil used tea leaves in enough water. Cool the …

On a daily basis, millions of people around the world depend on medications that may have adverse effects on the body, including their hair. While men and women with pattern baldness may not be able to reverse the effects of their hair loss, others may be dealing with a temporary situation.
Temporary hair loss can occur in: women who suddenly stop taking birth control pills; pregnant women at the end of their pregnancies; chemotherapy patients; and patients on certain medications.
Pregnancy and the Cause of Temporary Hair Loss:
At the end of a …

Use a shampoo and conditioner that is specifically geared towards curly hair.
Avoid using narrow toothed combs and brushes, use wide-toothed combs instead which has less of a tendency to cause breakage and frizzing.
To detangle your hair, in the shower start with your hair moist and conditioned (which will protect it from breakage), use your fingers to begin the untangling then finish with a wide toothed comb starting from the end going up finishing at the root of the hair. Then rinse your head with water and try to retain half …

Has your scalp ever been uncomfortably itchy? Itching can cause extreme misery for the sufferer, however many causes of itchiness can be solved with simple remedies. There are many reasons why the scalp or skin may be irritated. So before you seek a dermatologist’s help, ask yourself the following:
1)Are you using a shampoo made from detergents like sodium lauryl sulfate or sodium laureth sulfate? Although these detergents lather wonderfully they can dry your scalp out to the point of being extremely itchy. Consider switching to a natural shampoo made from …

It’s not as simple as it sounds. There is a difference!
When washing your hair, it is best if you get in the shower. You may give yourself a back-ache and won’t be able to rinse properly if you wash your hair in the sink. Start by rinsing your hair to remove any leave-in conditioner or styling aids. Use a quarter sized dollop of shampoo and rub your hands together to distribute it. Put the shampoo on your scalp, not the ends of your hair. Work up a lather by massaging …

Healthy hair care is not simply about which brand of shampoo and conditioner you use, but also involves maintaining your physical and mental health.
There are certain chemicals to avoid in shampoo and conditioners. Some of these are Butylated Hydroxytoluene, Coal Tar, Cocamide DEA/Lauramide DEA, Diazolidinyl Urea, Formaldehyde, Parabens (methyl, ethyl, propyl and butyl), Propylene Glycol, Triethanolamine and Sodium Laureth/Sodium Laurel Sulfate. Each of these chemicals has been shown to have harmful effects, and to avoid them, you should ensure you read and understand everything listed in your product’s ingredients.
Do not …