|
|
Goldi Locks
Understanding the risks of hair fashion
Before you decide to change your hair colour, straighten it or curl it, you better think twice! While changing your looks every now and then might sound like fun, it is a torture for your hair. Many of the options offered by salons to twist your hair into some new shape or colour, could have disastrous results, especially if you are in unskilled hands.
The worst hit are probably models and actresses, who being under bright lights are prone to dandruff and probably have to get their hair styled every second day. But perming, dyeing and straightening hair seem to be becoming increasingly popular and before going in for these, it is best to recognize the risks involved.
Perming and straightening
Today, nobody seems to be happy with his or her hair. If their hair is curly, they want it to be straight and silky and vice versa. The result is that salons are flooded with requests to change the appearance of the hair and many people go away with damaged hair. To change the shape of your hair, tremendous heat is applied so that the protein Cystine of which the hair is composed of is converted into Cysteine and then manipulated into a certain look, before changing back. However, in the process some amount of Cystic Acid is generated. So, if you want to perm your hair or get is straightened, make sure you don't do so too frequently.
Hair colouring
Regular streaking and dyeing your hair can cause cumulative damage, although it may take years before there are obvious signs of hair breakage. Permanent chemical dyes may damage the hair by breaking through the cuticle shield to invade the cortex. They may also cause an autoimmune reaction leading to alopecia or a skin disease called dermatitis. Instead of using a permanent dye, try a rinse or a temporary dye.
Hot rollers and dryers
Applying excessive heat to the hair can damage the scalp and cause the hair follicles to weaken. High heat and the length of time high heat is used on the hair will also reduce the structure of the hair. The hair will lose its elasticity. Damage to the cuticle of the hair will make it more breakable. Steam will form inside the hair shaft, which in turn will cause hair breakage. This is why we need to limit the amount of heat as well as the length of time you dry your hair.
If you use a blow dryer, use a moderate heat setting and never over-dry. Cold hair dryers are the best. It is also advisable to towel dry your hair gently before blow-drying.
Hair styling
Certain hairstyles are like torture to the hair. Avoid tight braids and ponytails as these may lead to breakage and tearing of the hair shaft.
Diet
Although it is often said that 'thin is in', it may not be the best thing for your hair. The hair root may be too weak to sustain the pressure of the hair, leading to a form of hair loss called Anagen Effluvium. If you want to lose weight, do so under qualified supervision.
Lastly, if you have gone in for the above processes and notice worrying changes in your hair - such as hair loss, itchy scalp, and split ends - contact a Trichologist immediately. You may be too fashionable for your hair's liking.
Dr. Apoorva Shah is India's First Certified Trichologist and consults at the Richfeel Trichology Centre.
|
|
Dr. Sonal and Apoorva Shah
|
|
|
|
|
| |
 |
|
|
|
|
|
| | Wills Lifestyle Casual Top For Women | Wills Lifestyle Casual Top For Women | John Players Casual T-Shirt for Men | | | | | | Rs.1,395 ($28.98) | Rs.1,495 ($31.06) | Rs.995 ($20.67) | |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Ask our Experts :
Personality Development, Immigration (US), Tarot, Hot Couture, Face Value, Matrimonial Laws, Infertility, Life, etc, Gender Wars, Shaping Up. |
|
 |
|
Furl it
Reddit
Readers comment
