my hair is colored and very dry. I've been home from work now and will be for a month, I was wondering if it would be good for me to let my hair go unwashed for awhile to let the natural oils get all over.. has anyone any input on this?? and how long is long enough.. probabally until my husband cant stand it anymore. hahaha.. just wondering if this is a good thing??
thank you
2006-08-19 09:59:35 · 10 answers · asked by vicsters 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Hair
If it is really dry only wash it every other day!
2006-08-19 10:04:47 · answer #1 · answered by Ariel 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shampoo, then condition. Proper shampooing is the first step to a healthy scalp and manageable hair, but don't use a conditioning shampoo. Two-in-one products that combine shampoo and conditioner really can't do a good job of either cleansing or conditioning. After all, how can a product effectively remove and add substances at the same time?
Instead, use a gentle shampoo to cleanse, then follow with a conditioner specifically geared for dry hair every time you shampoo. Don't worry about shampooing too often. Today's gentle shampoos are designed for frequent use.
Deep-condition regularly. To fill nicks and chips in the hair's damaged outer layer and restore shine, deep-condition. Depending on the condition of your hair, once a week or once every few weeks is all that is needed. Consisting of various combinations of natural and synthetic ingredients (including proteins, polymers or other additives), deep conditioners don't "feed" your hair; they just fill in defects and coat the hair shaft, resulting in a smooth, flat surface that will reflect light and restore shine to your hair.
For maximum effectiveness apply a deep conditioner before you shampoo. Gently work the conditioner into your hair with your fingertips and allow it to be absorbed for a few minutes. Then shampoo and follow with your regular conditioner.
Pat your hair dry. Hair dryers and blowers--and even vigorous towel-drying--can rough up the outer layer of hair cells. So whenever possible, pat or gently squeeze your hair dry with a towel and avoid rough handling.
Use thermal styling conditioners. If you must blow-dry your hair, spray it with a thermal conditioner such as HeatSafe before you plug in your dryer. HeatSafe combines four different types of moisturizers designed to both treat and prevent dry hair.
Protect your tresses. To prevent the sun from drying your hair or exacerbating hair that's already dry, mist your hair with a sunscreen made for hair before you hit the beach or head for the pool. Or wear a hat whenever you're out in the sun.
Good luck. :)
2006-08-21 13:32:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same problem a few years ago so I stopped coloring my hair immediately. I continued to wash it everyday because I'm one of those people that has to but I trimmed off like 2-3 inches of badly damaged hair. I used a deep conditioner or hot oil treatment when I felt like my hair needed the extra boost. My hair is extremely healthy now and I do color it again but I stay away from blond highlights. I use Redken All Soft shampoo & Smooth Down conditioner. They rock!
2006-08-19 10:27:15 · answer #3 · answered by frazermint 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is good not to wash your hair everyday because your stripping natural oils from your hair. It's good for 2 days max to go with your hair unwashed. It's also good to try deep-conditioning hair mask once every month to help restore hair.
2006-08-19 10:06:26 · answer #4 · answered by Like a dream 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nononononono keep washing it, just dont do anyhting to fry your hair. dont dye it, dont use any hot irons or hair dryers or anyhitng if ur just gonna stay home. and start using conditioner if u havent already. try a moistureizing shampoo too. Whatever you do dont go without washing your hair. That just lets it get all dirty and overly greasy and it looks really gross. Just give it time and lay off the styling stuff and let nature take its course.
2006-08-19 10:31:08 · answer #5 · answered by The Ren 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with reducing your shampooing though you could probably use something mild every couple of days. I would also brush it a lot to spread the natural oils around. Deep conditioning is good too.
2006-08-19 10:44:30 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ok, well I think you should wash your hair every other day, condition it every day. And I think that you shouldn't do any damaging things to it, like straightening, using a blow dryer, etc. I always notice that when I start doing these things it makes my hair sorta dry. Good luck!
2006-08-19 10:16:44 · answer #7 · answered by sweetthang93 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try washing it with sulphuric acid or nitric-oxide, then stand on one leg and sing the rifles of the IRA.
or just scoop ur eye out with a spoon, u lonely steamer.
I bet ur husbands a queer anyway. he wouldnt give a shite.
2006-08-19 10:21:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Umm.... wtf. Not washing your hair is only going to clog up your pores. Wash it you freak. And if it is dry and damage trim it before the split ends travel to your roots and break off.
2006-08-19 10:05:13 · answer #9 · answered by Ohay 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
shower daily and wash your hair evreyother day unless you've been particularly dirty and sweaty! ;)
2006-08-19 10:15:56 · answer #10 · answered by ktay 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋