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FAQ's
Do you have any QUESTIONS?
Below are some
questions people ask about their hair but also about hairdressing,
what can happen and
how to prevent some common problems.
What causes hair loss in elderly women?
Hair is made of many protein strands. A single hair has a normal life between 2 & 7 years then the hair falls out and is replaced with new hair.
As you age, your hair follicles age affecting hair growth and causing it to slow down.
A variety of conditions can cause permanent or temporary hair-loss which includes hormonal changes, medical conditions or medication.
Can medication damage or affect my hair?
Because medications are excreted through the hair, they could possibly affect your hair causing dryness, frizziness, scalp irritations and loss or thinning of hair.
Certain medications can raise the temperature of the scalp which accelerates the perming process causing it to 'frizz'. Low blood-sugar medicines can cause perms to not 'take' properly.
Medications such as hormonal and thyroid can cause hair to become receptive to colour.
What is the best colour for me now that I am going grey?
The hair colour you have naturally is the one you are meant to have. It compliments your skin tone. When colouring your hair, if you are looking for that 'natural' look that no one will suspect, you should aim to enhance your natural colour subtly. Having a few warmer highlights or going 1-2 shades lighter gives a nice, soft look and also does tend to disguise the grey more whereas dark, block colours tend to age and makes the skin look harsh.
Remember, there's nothing wrong with natural, grey hair either; it's your hair, your choice!
Why does hair turn grey?
As we get older, the pigment cells in our hair follicles gradually die. When there are fewer pigment cells in a hair follicle, the strand of hair will no longer contain as much melanin and will become a more transparent colour which appears grey.
How often should I wash my hair?
As you get older, you tend to not need to wash your hair as often as younger generations. You tend to have lower activity levels, perspire less and have dry hair. These factors contribute to how long you can wait between washes. Once or twice a week is generally an ideal timeframe to keep your hair clean and looking its best.
How can I look after my hair better (good hair health)?
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Get your haemoglobin levels checked; they tend to decrease during the later stages of life - low iron levels can affect hair growth
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Take daily supplements or vitamins to improve your overall health
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Use a good moisturising shampoo and conditioner and feed your hair once a month with a treatment oil
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Wash your hair less often as it can remove the natural oils
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Daily hairbrushing stimulates circulation of the scalp - use a soft, padded brush with natural or nylon bristles
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Have regular trims to keep the dry ends away and maintain a fresh look
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Healthy hair starts with a healthy diet - eat foods with high proteins and good fats, fresh produce including fruit and vegetables and drink water regularly
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