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[29 May 2009 | No Comment | 106 views]
Treating Oily Hair

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 …

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[29 May 2009 | No Comment | 79 views]
Long Locks: How to Care for Hair Extensions

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, …

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[28 May 2009 | No Comment | 53 views]
Want to make your hair shiny and silky?

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 …

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[27 May 2009 | No Comment | 51 views]
Hair loss due to medication

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 …

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[24 May 2009 | No Comment | 33 views]
Homemade Hair Dressing for Natural Hair Growth

There’s plenty you can do to hang on to what hair you have and encourage healthy regrowth without spending an arm and a leg for it. You can start by taking a look in your very own kitchen. If you are suffering from hair loss or baldness, apply a paste of hot olive oil, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder to the scalp before shampooing your hair. Let it sit for 15 minutes and then shampoo. A heat cap may be applied for deeper penetration. Even …

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[20 May 2009 | No Comment | 36 views]
Hair Care Q&A

There are many myths and misconceptions about hair loss. Apart from causing unnecessary anxiety, these are harmful because they may prevent you from seeking proper treatment or cause you to seek ineffective, expensive and, sometimes, harmful ones. Let us examine some questions commonly asked by patients, and, in the process, correct some misconceptions about hair loss and its treatment.
Is hair loss caused by taking a poor diet?
Poor nutrition will certainly starve the hair follicles of essential nutrients and cause hair loss. However, this is unusual in developed countries and those …

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[13 May 2009 | No Comment | 35 views]
Hair Care Through Egg

Egg has become an important part of your hair and skin care diet. Everyone wants to have beautiful and lustrous hair. With the use of raw eggs anyone can find themselves with beautiful hair. One need not cross the seven continents to find a raw egg. Every house can easily get a good supply of raw eggs. These can be used for making some of the best hair conditioners. The properties of egg create a needed impact on your dull and dry hair. It helps the hair to recreate itself. …

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[28 Dec 2008 | No Comment | 159 views]

Shampoo Shopping Smarts:
Look for a shampoo that is mild so your hair will be cleansed without being stripped of its natural moisture. A gentle shampoo is one with a low pH (6.8 or less) that is formulated for daily use. Key shampoos to look for are those designed for chemically processed or color-treated hair as they aren’t made with abrasive ingredients and won’t drab down color.
To Lather Up or Not:
Now that the right bottle is sitting in the shower caddy, when should it be used? It’s all a matter of …

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[21 Jul 2008 | No Comment | 307 views]

1. Take a proper care of your hands
Soft, velvety hands are one of the few beauty arsenals. Apply moisturizing hand cream once or twice a day - look for a product that contains more natural ingredients, essential oils (almond oil, castor oil, honey extracts, chamomile extract, Vaseline). Massage your hands for 5/ 10 minutes every second day with a massaging oil or with the help of an oilier hand cream - this will improve the blood circulation, allowing new, healthier skin cells to emerge.
Don’t forget to exfoliate your hands once …

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[12 Apr 2004 | No Comment | 108 views]

Is shampooing daily harmful for the hair?
Everyday washing shouldn’t be a concern as long as you are using a mild shampoo, which can suit your normal hair. Something that nourishes while it cleanses. If your hair doesn’t feel unclean, just sweaty it is okay to simply rinse out the sweat too if you choose to.
Also, after wash, keep your damp hair in a turbaned towel for about 15 minutes. Finger comb it in a gentle massage-like movements and only brush gently.
The right way of washing Hair
Oiling my hair every time …