Hair! What's that?
It's that sometimes fuzzy, sometimes frizzy, sometimes flat mess on the top of your head...unless you're in a Garnier Fructis commerical, then it's flowing, shiny and strong enough to haul a semi.So how can one get this look? I'll let you in on a BIG secret. Listen closely. Lean in and take notes. Ahem! DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU SEE ON TV! Okay? That's a start. I always say try before you buy but you run a huge risk of jeopardizing the integrity of your hair. Why? Often consumers are not educated enough on which product to use for his/her hair type, lifestyle and texture. If you are low maintenance with fine, non color treated hair, why are you using Joice K-Pak Shampoo for color treated hair as your daily cleanser? Eventually the hair will become brittle and dull. Is this a bad shampoo? No. You simply picked a great shampoo for the wrong purpose. If you don't already have a professional that aids you in what styling putty or conditioner to use, you fall into the consumer trap and become a victim of well established, appealing marketing. No matter what commercial brand you use, they bank on most of their customers' lack of knowledge, Think about the most recent hair product in your possession. It either smelled good, someone gave it to you, it was on sale, you had a sample or your hairdresser told you to buy it. Everything that glitters is certainly not gold. The proof is in the pudding. Mmm puddin'!
Here's what to look for when you're considering which items to purchase to tame the mane.
- Short? Thick? Fine? Coarse?
- Curly? Wavy?
- Color treated? Chemically treated? Damaged?! Oh noooo! Call a hair doctor if you just don't have a clue and get a diagnosis. The hair doctor, a.k.a skilled stylist will write you a prescription dear.
- It's as simple as that folks. Do you like to spend an hour of glam in the morning, curling and twirling or do you throw your hair in a pony tail and go for a 6am jog?
- Moisture? Nourishment? Everyone's hair needs to be cleaned. The scalp needs to be fed nutrients to grow, remain strong and have luster and everyone's hair needs to be conditioned. If it feels too heavy you're either using too much, the wrong kind or it's not being rinsed out thoroughly.
- Narrow it down. Do you want length? Shine? Thicker, fuller hair? Long lasting color? Do you want more hold and less build up? The more you know, the more focused you are when you go to buy and you'll know what questions to ask.
- Finding great hair products is an investment. Yes, it may have only been a $1 but you get what you pay for. Often larger families cut corners by doing so. Consumers are welcome at Sally's Beauty Supply and you can purchase the most basic shampoo and conditioner in bulk and know that its better quality. The packaging may not be fancy but it will keep that 16 year old from pouring globs of your Healthy Hair Soy Milk conditioner down the drain. Also, don't be afraid to ask your stylist questions. Are they pushing a product to up their commission or do they really know why this $50 gift set is the best buy for your chemically treated hair. Budget in advance for your hair purchases and you will save money, time and you won't have buyer's remorse.
- Does the bottle claim to make the hair more manageable? If you're hair often tangles, specifically search for a detangler. Leave-in conditioners are great but its purpose is not to detangle but to condition the hair throughout the day. Condition, then apply detangler and you'll see a noticeable difference.
- Ignore the front of the bottle for a moment. If you can't pronounce the first five ingredients or they didn't come from nature, reconsider. This is often a sign that it's loaded with alcohols and polymers which can coat the hair and strip the hair of its natural moisture.
Well ladies and gents, I hope these helpful hints will give you a new set of eyes on your next haircare venture and remember, Keep It Simple Shug. K' Bye!
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