Common Hair Myths Debunked
Common Hair Myths Debunked
Hair myths
There are lots of myths surrounding haircare. I'm here to set the record straight.
- Myth: Trimming Your Hair Makes it Grow Faster
Your hair grows from the roots, not the ends. Regular trims can help avoid split ends and breakage, making your hair look healthier and fuller, but it won't speed up growth.
- Myth: If you are losing your hair you should reduce the frequency of washing and brushing.
The truth is, for most people experiencing hair loss, a robust scalp massage and gentle brushing can help with microcirculation giving the follicle back some blood supply that it might be missing. Learn more about what causes hair loss here.
- Hair color works better if the hair is dirty.
In fact, the opposite is true. Hair color bonds better to the hair if it is clean, however, professionals do not recommend a vigorous scalp massage during a pre-color shampoo because it may result in some discomfort during the process.
- Myth: Pull Out One Gray Hair, Two Will Grow Back
This is a classic myth. Pulling out a hair won't change the number of follicles in your scalp, but it can damage the follicle, so it's best to avoid plucking.
- Myth: Shampooing Leads to Hair Loss
Shedding a few hairs during shampooing is normal. In fact, it is normal to lose around 100 of them during every shampoo. This hair has already dislodged from its papilla and is waiting for a brush or a wash to whisk it away to make room for a new one. However, if you're noticing excessive hair loss, it may be due to other factors like stress or health conditions, not the shampoo itself.
6.Myth: The More You Use a Product, the Less Effective It Becomes
Hair doesn't build up a resistance to products. If a product seems less effective, it could be due to changes in your hair needs or other environmental factors.
7.Myth: Conditioner Makes Your Hair Fall Out
A well-formulated conditioner can help to hydrate and protect your hair, and not cause it to fall out. It's normal to see some hair loss during conditioning due to the detangling process.
8.Myth: Hair Grows Faster in the Summer
While it's true that heat can stimulate circulation and potentially promote growth, the difference between summer and winter growth rates is negligible.
9.Myth: Hair Color Damage can change your hair forever
While coloring can damage the hair itself, unless you suffer from third degree chemical burns, it cannot affect the papilla and follicle. Your hair will continue growing as it always has as long as nothing changes internally.
10.Myth: Hats Cause Baldness
Wearing hats doesn't cause hair loss. Genetics, hormones, and age are the most common causes of balding. Hats off to those who love their caps and beanies!
Dispelling these myths helps pave the way for a healthier hair care journey. Remember, your locks are unique, so find the routines and products that work best for you. Here's to great hair days, every day!
For more info, check out the blog "Everything you need to know about hair loss."
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Have yourself a quality day!
MBM
