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Hair Brushes for Your Hair Type

Friday, May 1st, 2009

With every morning comes a new day – and a routine. Most of us have made a habit of doing our grooming in the morning, to prepare for the day ahead. Every hair style starts with one basic thing – the hair brush. Without one, we would be lost to hay-like and matted hair or at least un-stylish hair. Luckily, in 1898, an African American woman created and patented the hair brush that we are so familiar with today.  The hair brush now comes in three basic styles – flat, round, and paddle, and can be used on both human and animal hair.

Animal hair, nylon, or plastic bristles are some of the materials used in a hair brush.  Animal brushes last longer, gentle on human hair, but are sometimes disliked by those who have allergic reactions to them. Nylon bristles, on the other hand, are inexpensive, stiffer,  and usually do not produce an allergic reaction. Plastic bristles are the most utilitarian of the materials. Extremely stiff, they are perfect for thick or  coarse hair.

Hair brushes are usually used on long hair, while the comb is used on shorter styles. However, some people use a hair brush on short hair. This is because brushes provide excellent and well needed service to all of us – scalp circulation. Stimulating the blood vessels on one’s scalp ensures that the hair grows strong and healthy, and develops a beautiful and lustrous shine. 

For those who have long hair, there are several brushes from which to choose.  First of all, and most basically, is the flat brush. A flat hair brush is used for de-tangling hair, providing satisfactory and prepared hair to begin styling. Every person should own one of these, if only for circulatory purposes.

Round brushes are a blessing for those of us who love to try different styles. The circular design provides a good template for curled or swept back looks. Usually used in conjunction with a hair dryer, gel, or other styling agent, a round hair brush is often used by professional stylists in expensive salons.

However, you might not want curls, and in fact, be trying to get rid of them. For this supposedly difficult task is the paddle brush. Large, wide, and flat, a paddle hair brush is used to straighten locks into a smooth and sleek style. Used with a hair dryer, a paddle  brush should be dragged slowly through the hair, with the hair dryer following closely behind.

As you can see, there are hair brushes for every desirable style. Chances are you like to experiment with different hairdos. If so, make sure to have one of each hair brush in your bathroom – flat, paddle, and round.

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Baldness Solution

Friday, March 27th, 2009

Please not another gob of hair in the drain! That can be so depressing especially when you remove it with your fingers and look at it.  It is so mortifying. You try to pretend that it is from another person who showered before you, but your brain wont accept the idea. All you can do now is to toss it in the toilet and flush it down with the thousand other follicles.Does this sound familiar to you? I watched my father do it for years, but it didnt seem to bother him as much as it does to other people. I admit that it bothered me. I searched high and low for effective baldness treatment. Why lose your hair if you dont have to? Its time to fight for that head fuzz and your self- esteem!

I have seen a lot of reality medical shows that depict a man getting hair plugs. I know that you may have seen that before. “Dr. 90210″ is popular these days. The procedure itself looks painful. I mean come on! There’s got to be a better treatment for baldness than that. They have this tool that punch holes in your scalp. OUCH! I8 mean I love my hair BUT I dont love it that much. There are other baldness treatments available that indeed requires less blood loss. Take Rogaine and Propecia for example. These are two of the most widely accepted baldness treatments on the market nowadays. The cool thing about the said remedies is that they do not require surgical procedures. Lets stick with the topical medications. Now, just so you know, Rogaine is not 100 percent effective. It typically works for just a third of the people who use it. Men and women use this treatment. A friend of mine used it and was stoked that it grew his missing hair back.

Prevention is even better than resorting to baldness treatments. Think about it. how old are you now? How much hair is currently in your head? Im sure you want to keep it! The last thing you want is to lose more. So why not get preventive baldness treatments? Hair products with DHT blockers the rage now because they work to keep all the hair that you currently have. Stop the fall-out.

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Protecting Your Hair from Dryness and Damage

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

So there you were, standing in the women’s locker room at the local YMCA. You had just finished your daily laps in the pool. It sure is a great exercise. As you towel you chlorine-scented hair you notice how stiff it is. You finger comb your hair but it feels coarse and dry. Yuck! you can’t go about your everyday life like this. After all, you are a woman. You are expected to have nice and soft flowing hair. Fortunately, there is a way to get this dry and damaged hair back to its healthy old self.

Living with three females, I often see the time and effort they put into their hair. Ah, who am I kidding? Its sickening! It’s like there is no end to the styling process. First they  don’ t want dry and damaged hair. This is why they use Aveda products after each wash. Then they use this spray-on conditioner from Ojon. My wife says it’s the best stuff around for softening up your hair and making it easier to brush or comb through. Finally, they all head to the local salon every month for a deep-conditioning treatment. I have to admit, when they return home, their hair is always as soft and shiny as ever.

There’s no doubt that all women want to avoid dry and damaged hair. Now I realize that some girls are not willing to go to the daily lengths others do to treat and condition their hair. However, there is one thing you should keep in mind about dry and damaged hair. And that is what causes it. HEAT! I’m not addressing the UV rays of the sun here. I am speaking more particularly about devices on your hair. One example is the hair dryer. This will certainly leave your hair craving moisture. The intense heat turns it to straw. Secondly there’s the flat iron. This is a very popular grooming tool for ladies nowadays. Obviously the terrific amount of heat it presses into your hair will dry it out. So if you’re going to use these tools on a regular basis, I’d look into some high quality conditioning products. There are plenty to choose from.

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Hair Highlighting

Wednesday, November 5th, 2008

When I was young, I had blond curls. Everyone loved my hair, and I was often called Shirley Temple by my family. As I grew older, my hair turned into a medium brown color and I never saw the blond color again. As I grew older, I grew to hate the color of my hair, and I always wanted to try something new. I knew that even though I was blond when I was younger, having a head of blond hair now would not look right on me. This is why I started highlighting hair when I went to college.

When highlighting hair, there are a few things you have to keep in mind. For the most part, everyone will look good with highlights in their hair. This means that no matter what color of hair you have, or what shade you have, adding highlights will always be something you can do. Highlighting hair is something that anyone could do when they needed a change, but don’t want to completely change their hair color. It is often better for your hair as well, because you are not damaging every single strand on your head.

If you’re worried about the quality of your hair when you are highlighting hair, you might want to visit a beautician to have it done. If someone in a salon is doing your hair, you can feel much safer in knowing that not only that you get the correct color, you also know that they are doing their best to protect your hair. Highlighting can cause hair damage so there may be times when your hair is not healthy enough to do so. A good beautician will advise you when the time is not right and will help you get your hair in better shape for the highlighting process.

Highlighting hair is something that has been done for a long time, and will probably be something that people always do. Just make sure if you choose to do this, you follow the your beautician’s advise, and do everything you can to keep it healthy before and after the process. If you feel your hair is healthy, and you have a friend to help you, highlighting hair can be done at home. Just make sure you read the instructions thoroughly, and never leave the mixture on your hair longer than instructed or your hair may get damaged.

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What Causes Hair Loss in Women

Wednesday, October 15th, 2008

If youre a woman, hair loss is on your list you dont want as a problem. When you see too much hair coming out with every brushing, it alarms you very much. It is a calamity! What can be done to stop it? You first need to educate yourself on the causes of hair loss in women. You’ll want to identify the cause in your own case so that you can address this trauma.

In the united States, varied estimates show that 15-80% of women who experience significant hair loss as early as age 40 often attributes to normal aging. With statistics like these, lets take a look at several common causes of hair loss in women see what you can do to reverse this unacceptable condition.

Some experts say that a common cause is due to our use of tints, dye and bleaches. Frequent use of the products can weaken the hair, making it brittle and prone to breakage or loss. Another is the overuse of hairdryers which strips off the natural oils in your hair.

Tight curlers, tightly pulled ponytails and the wrong hair brush can cause a disaster on your hair.

If these hair loss causes fits your profile, simply avoid them for a while. Use a good conditioner, the right hair brush and a once-a-monthe mayonnaise treatment massaged and left for half an hour in your hair under a shower cap is also known to make your hair grow faster.

Stress, certain medications, hormone fluctuations and diet also contributes to hair loss. Teens and women entering menopause may experience this type of hair loss. It is temporary and can be reversed by correcting the causes. Consult with a pharmacist to see if any medications you are taking may relate to your hair loss. Practice relaxation techniques to battle your stress. Eat a balanced diet with lots of fruits and vegetables daily. Brewer’s yeast, nuts and wheat germ are high in protein which helps strenghthen your hair.

Another temporary cause of hair loss in women are stressful sigle events such as giving birth, undergoing a surgery or simply shock. In cases like these, hair regrowth can be expected in 2-4 months after your stressful event.
You may be surprised to learn that most cases of permanent hair loss is due to excess sebum at the hair root, which blocks growth of new hair. Even this condition can be remedied. It can take up to a year, depending on your case, to show good results. Many dermatologists recommend spirulina, applied topically as an extract to the scalp.

Its a good idea to see a dermatologist to have your condition assessed. Fortunately,there are a number of ways to address hair loss problem which will result in healthy hair growth.

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