Hair Care
The Surprising Reasons You're Having a Bad Hair DayAlright, we're going to give you the goods up front: Your hair problems are most likely caused by issues with your scalp. Here's the info -- and quick fixes -- you need |
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It wasn't until six months ago when a stylist said my scalp felt incredibly tight and dry that something clicked. I hadn't thought about -- let alone moisturized -- my scalp in years. He suggested I use a moisturizing, botanical-based conditioner to give myself a scalp massage every time I shampoo. I've followed his advice ever since, and my scalp and hair problems are gone.
Skip ahead to learn how you might be hurting your scalp -- and hair.
"Taking care of your scalp is just as important as taking care of your hair," says New York City dermatologist Francesca Fusco, MD. "A good analogy for the hair and the scalp is a tree growing out of the ground. If you keep the soil (your scalp) well nourished and moisturized, then the tree (your hair) will be healthier, stronger, and more beautiful."
Unfortunately, many hair habits -- from heat styling to using the wrong kind of brush -- can damage your scalp and lead to hair problems. See the nine most common scalp-care mistakes and how to fix them now.
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Excellent information; all of these factors play a role in how your hair looks and feels!
by GigiSD Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at 11:40AM Report as inappropriate
more info please
by sdavi60 Sunday, March 24, 2013 at 03:32PM Report as inappropriate
Helpful information
by Candice11 Sunday, March 17, 2013 at 01:43AM Report as inappropriate
great info!
by butterfly11 Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at 10:24PM Report as inappropriate
I like the conditioner trick!
by ReannaLynn Friday, March 8, 2013 at 10:42AM Report as inappropriate
Nice information
by EricaC123 Thursday, December 27, 2012 at 12:11PM Report as inappropriate
this helps a lot
by aishak55 Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 02:58PM Report as inappropriate
I use a good scalp massage with co-washing for my curly hair to maintain shine and moisture. I deep cleanse with a tea tree shampoo as needed.
by ReflxnsOfGrace Monday, November 26, 2012 at 05:44PM Report as inappropriate
I try to only straighten and curl my hair once a month and blow once a week. It is really hard but my hair doesn't break nearly as much as it used to when I used to straighten it alot.
by Lamexicana1 Monday, November 19, 2012 at 08:34PM Report as inappropriate
If you have a very itchy and flaking scalp, it could be sebhorreic dermatitis, not dandruff. This means your scalp is oily, not dry. Try a shampoo like Neutrogena TSal and see if it helps. Leave it on your scalp for 3-5 minutes before rinsing for belt results.
by Leti10 Sunday, October 14, 2012 at 01:55PM Report as inappropriate