Men and women
experience hair loss at various points in their lives – whether it’s male
patterned baldness, or women’s hormonal shifts as they age. The results are
devastating and most are desperate to make hair loss stop!
With a slew
of products on the market that promise change, the reality is, preventing hair loss is simpler than
treating the situation. Simply put, sensible hair care can help you keep the tresses
you already have. Here are some quick tips to help “lock in” your locks before
they’re gone. While not rocket-science, they’re simple reminders for keeping
your hair healthy and strong.
• Keep it Clean
Did you know that dirty hair is more likely to fall out? It’s true, so
keep it clean using high quality shampoos and conditioners packed with natural
ingredients such as coconut, corn, and oat-derived cleansers that are gentle
and non-stripping, and vegetable-derived humectants that impart the optimal
level of shine without weighing hair down. Products that contain keratin and
amber extract strengthen damaged hair and act as an anti-oxidant. Avoid
products formulated with parabens or sodium chloride. We love the Oribe and Kerasilk by GOLDWELL
lines of shampoos and conditioners, carefully crafted for various types of
hair.
When shampooing, concentrate your efforts on the scalp and roots of the
hair, massaging gently. When applying conditioners, focus on the ends first as
they’re the driest and are more vulnerable to the damage that comes from
exposure.
• CUT!
• Avoid Bad (Hair) Behavior
While everyone knows bad hair habits, it’s worth
reiterating as it’s easy to get lazy and the goal is to prevent hair breakage
and loss before it starts:
· Stay away from pulling hair back
tightly into braids, pony tails, and buns. This can actually pull hair out from
the roots! You can stop hair loss by not wearing these styles, or create looser
version of these styles. Hair can actually stop growing in areas where it’s constantly
being pulled from.
· Avoid too many chemical treatments
that can damage the hair: flat ironing, straightening, hot oil treatments, etc.
Spread them out as much as possible to give your hair a rest.
· Blow drying hair on a daily basis:
undoubtedly, this dries out the scalp and damages hair follicles. With summer
heat, keep this in mind as the sun adds insult to injury by drying out your hair
even more. Best practice? Allow hair to air dry whenever possible or if you
must, lower the heat setting on your hair dryer.
· Wet hair beware: treat hair gently
when towel drying and combing through wet locks—it can pull hair out by the
roots or break and stretch hair strands.
• Eating Healthy=Healthy Hair
Beauty from the inside out. Eating healthy foods – consuming
a balanced diet rich in protein, fruits, vegetables and consuming plenty of
water – all contribute to beautiful, healthy hair. Dull hair that’s falling out
can sometimes indicate a health issue that may require a visit to your
physician.
At Jesamondo
Salon & Spa, we’re passionate about hair, beauty and wellness. Our stylists
are trained to help you achieve the gorgeous locks you love, and can advise you
on how to keep them. Recently Medi Tresse
Medical Hair Rejuvenation for Women interviewed
a Jesamondo expert stylist regarding hair loss in women and came up with the
following questions and answers. We hope this will help answer some of your questions. Read on…
Interview by Medi Tresse
on June 9, 2016:
One area of questions that we often get is related to how
patients should style their hair. Many times patients are not only
concerned with styles that go well with thinner hair, but more importantly what
should be avoided to ensure they are not causing any damage to their
hair. To help answer some of the most common questions we get, we spoke
to the expert team at Jesamondo Salon &
Spa in Natick, an award-winning hair salon
that has been in business for over 35 years.
Q: If a woman is concerned with thinning hair
are there certain hair styles that you would recommend or ones they should
avoid?
A: We tend to recommend more one length
cuts, or fewer layers. Too many layers can make hair look flat. You also don’t
want to have your hair too long. The weight of the length can give your hair a
thinner appearance.
Q: In between hair styling appointments is
there anything a woman should do at home to help improve the look of her
thinning hair?
A: Thin hair still requires treatments in
order to look shiny and healthy. You just need to rinse the product out well so
that it doesn’t weigh the hair down. Apply any treatments or conditioners to
the ends more than the scalp area to avoid any excess weight. It’s always
a good idea to massage your scalp whenever possible to help stimulate your hair
follicles.
Q: There have been stories about over using
products, colors, or styling techniques that have led to hair loss, what types
of questions should a woman ask her stylist before proceeding with any product
or treatment?
A: You want to use “ammonia free” color if
possible, as it is gentler on your hair and scalp. Not going too light will
also help aide in the appearance of thinning hair. Try not to apply too much
heat when styling, as this can cause the hair to become weak and break off.
Q: What questions should a woman ask her
stylist to ensure they are experienced at styling thinning hair?
A: All you can do is ask. Even some of the
more experienced stylists may not know how to handle thinning hair. It’s always
good to have a consult before seeing a new stylist or trying a new style.
Q: Hair breakage is another problem women with
already thinning hair face. What would you recommend as far as product use or
avoidance to help combat breakage?
A: Try to use a nurturing and
strengthening shampoo and conditioner, as well as lighter styling products
(some gels and other products can be sticky and cause the hair to break when
brushing through). Gently comb when hair is wet, detangle from the ends of the
hair and work upward in sections to avoid ripping through the tangles. Finger
dry partially before beginning to use a brush to style. Use heat appliances
(blow dryer, curling iron) only as needed and be sure to use the lowest
temperature possible to get the job done.
These are just a handful of tips from the team at Jesamondo to take into
consideration. The team of stylists at Jesamondo have a ton more ways of finding the right cut and/or
color to improve the look and feel of your thinning hair. Regular professional
salon visits are recommended, especially while you are in the process of using MediTresse’s treatments such as PRP
and/or laser therapy at home.
More questions? Give us a call at (508) 907-7171 or visit us online to schedule an appointment to speak with one of our stylists. We'd love to help!
