Four years ago I would go out to a night club and wear one of my favorite shirts and nicely pressed slacks and I would be told that I looked forty years old. It was very hard to take as I had just turned 36. I would go on to hear this kind of talk [...]
Posts from ‘May, 2009’
What Causes alopecia areata and hair loss?
In alopecia areata, immune system cells called white blood cells attack the rapidly growing cells in the hair follicles that make the hair. The affected hair follicles become small and drastically slow down hair production. Fortunately, the stem cells that continually supply the follicle with new cells do not seem to be targeted. So the [...]
Alopecia areata can lead to hair loss on the scalp
Alopecia areata is considered an autoimmune disease, in which the immune system, which is designed to protect the body from foreign invaders such as viruses and bacteria, mistakenly attacks the hair follicles, the tiny cup-shaped structures from which hairs grow. This can lead to hair loss on the scalp and elsewhere. In most cases, hair [...]
Can I dye and relax my hair at the same time?
* You are more likely to damage your hair if you use both hair dye and a relaxer. * If you do color your relaxed hair, some hairdressers say you should use a semi-permanent dye. They say it will cause less damage than a permanent dye. * Refer to product directions and talk to your [...]
How often should I relax my hair?
* Straightening too often can damage your hair. You might want to ask your hairdresser for advice, because different products on the market have different directions. According to some hairdressers, every six to eight weeks is common, but this depends on the product. * It also depends on your hair, such as how fast your [...]
Tips from skin doctors and hairdressers to help use hair relaxers safely:
* Don’t leave the relaxer on longer than the directions say you should. * Wash it out with a neutralizing shampoo. (You can get neutralizing shampoo in most places where you buy shampoo.) * Use conditioner often after relaxing your hair. * Be extra careful when you use hair relaxers on children. Keep hair relaxers [...]
How to use hair dye safely to prevent hair loss?
* Follow the directions in the package. Pay attention to all “Caution” and “Warning” statements. * Do a patch test before using dye on your hair. Here’s how: Rub a tiny bit of the dye on the inside of your elbow or behind your ear. Leave it there for two days. If you get a [...]