Hair Care Myths

Every one of us is sensitive about ones hair to some degree. Most of us believe in hair related myths, few of those legendary myths are listed in this article for the sake of awareness as well as interest.

1. Most people believe that excessive washing of hair cause hair fall. this is false as right type of shampoo every time ensures cleaner hair. Infact, to get rid of different hair related problems three times hair wash in a week is suggested by dermatologist.

2. You might experience that by applying more shampoo your hair became softer. My dear, this myth is false as well. Do not waste your shampoo use as much shampoo as per requirement.

3. You might advise to apply conditioner on split hair. Conditioner is a good prevention but not a good cure for split hair it only smoothen the irregular cuticle of damaged hair so you feel better about your hair condition.

4. Most of us think that blow-drying of hair is a reason for hair loss. A number of persons told me that they had experience it first hand. But good news is this myth is also false to some extend as blow-drying might cause hair fall but it is not permanent.

5. One of hair care related myth is, sleeping with wet hair is a common reason for scalp fungus. The reason for believing in this myth is fungus grows on damp surfaces more like leather, fruit peels etc. This myth is false as to cause scalp fungus a prior source of spores is required. Your scalp should be contaminated first.

6. Once somebody told me to have more shine in your hair, brush 100 strokes. If you are told so believe me do Not believe in it. Excessive brushing only damages your hair, most of hair stylists advise to use comb instead of brush.

7. One myth, which is a proven fact, is that by sharing combs, brushes and other hair styling instruments you might become infected. These tools serve as vector to spread dandruff and other scalp infections or parasites like lice.

8. Most of people go for shorter hair cut if they are suffering from thin hair or hair lose problem. This myth is also false as by cutting your hair shorter will not affect biological growth rate of your hair. Naturally hair is thicker at base and thinner at ends, so by short hair cut you deceive yourself.

9. Most of us think that color treatments damage our hair. We are reluctant to go for hair color treatments more often. This myth is false but one should choose care fully any treatment as substandard treatments might cause damage. In market many good quality products are available to make you look fashionable.

10.Next myth is most of people believe Salon products are isotropic to pharmacy products. People believe salon or special hair care products by famous hair stylist are no different from medicated drugstore products, the difference lies only in price. This is not true salon products are actually formulated to deal with a particular hair care problem and contains more natural and expensive extracts.

11. Most of us believe that if we expose our hair more to sun it will lead to more hair fall. This myth has no worth, as our hair are a natural source of protection of brain from heat where as roots of our hair lies deep. Sunrays have to penetrate through our hair to effect roots.

12. It is commonly observed that diet do affect growth rate of hair. Protein rich diets with vitamin B complex do help to grow your health stronger and beautiful. So try to have a balance diet as "You Are What You Eat"

13. If you had experienced that stress caused your hair fall you are right. It is noticed that major surgeries and constant pressure of work or any problem in daily life may cause hair fall. This myth is true but this damage can be undone by proper care of your hair and diet.

14.One common problem in Africans and African Americans is hair fall due tight ponytails bands or other such tight hairstyles. This myth is true as due to constant tension on scalp hair roots experience stress and become weaker. You are advised to appreciate loose hairstyles.

15. Smoking is another cause of hair fall in many people and they are very right. All over the world in many research centers it is proven that smoking has bad effects on your hair and skin over all.

Conclusion:

Next time if you are told any hair care myth make sure is it true or false. DO not ask your grandma or friend; do consult a proper practitioner in this department. As you hair really worth it and you are bound to give your hair its due care.