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  Hair Questions
I'm lucky - my hair is in good condition. How do I keep it looking great?
My hair is always so greasy! What can I do to control the oil - it's so gross!
I'm losing the battle with my frizzy hair! What types of products can help me control this beast?
Will chemical-straightening solutions damage my curly hair?
I am currently undergoing chemotherapy. Are there alternatives to the wigs that I see in the store? I'm mortified by my options!
My friend's hairdresser told her to wash her hair every second or third day. Why?

I'm lucky - my hair is in good condition. How do I keep it looking great?
Hair is a barometer of your general health. When you're fit and happy, your hair will swoosh, bounce, and shine just like in the ads. If you're ill, tired, stressed out, or eating poorly, it will show in your hair just as it does in your skin.
Genetics also play a significant role in the growth or loss of hair. We are born with a specific number of hair follicles, which cannot be changed, and we typically lose 100 strands per day. Hair grows an average of half an inch each month, faster in the summer than the winter.

If you would like your hair to grow faster or are experiencing hair loss, start with the basics: proper nutrition, lots of water, and good digestion. Don't discount sleep and the effects of stress either.

If hair loss is sudden and is not responsive to lifestyle changes, see your doctor. There are things that you can do to help. Sudden hair loss can be attributed to conditions such as anemia, thyroid disorders, poor nutrition, hormone imbalances and stress. After ruling out these possibilities, see a stylist - many times the proper cut can disguise thin areas. In some cases coloring the hair will expand the follicle, making hair appear fuller. Don't overdo it - collaborate with your stylist and be kind to the hair you have left. Many find that Rogaine works very well, but this is a treatment you must use on a continual basis.

Products that may stimulate hair growth:

Phytothérathrie Phytocyane Revitalizing Lotion for Women - Thinning Hair

Phytocyane activates root irrigation and keratin production. It restructures and fortifies hair, slowing down the appearance of white hair. Clinical tests show that it has an 83% effectiveness rating.

Phytothérathrie Phytopolleïne Botanical Scalp Stimulant - Thinning Hair

Phytopolleïne slows down thinning hair and helps regulate sebum production. It is completely natural and is composed of the active principles of essential oils chosen for their antiseptic, scarring, anti-inflammatory, and vascular properties associated with phytostimulants and biostimulants. These essential oils easily penetrate through the external layers of the scalp's skin. Four months of treatment is recommended.

Phytothérathrie Phytophanêre Dietary Supplement - Hair & Nails

Phytophanêre is a dietary supplement for lifeless hair and weak, brittle nails. Super nutrients like carotene, wheat germ oil, and brewer's yeast nourish, protect, and help maintain healthy hair and build strong nails.

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My hair is always so greasy! What can I do to control the oil - it's so gross!
According to celebrity stylist, Kevin Murphy, you want to treat the scalp as you would the skin on the rest of your face and body. Do not over-wash your hair or your scalp will produce even more oil to compensate for the dryness caused by excessive shampooing.
In order to regain the balance your scalp is lacking; try washing your hair every other day with a mild shampoo formulated for oily hair. If your ends need conditioning, treat only the ends with conditioner, not your scalp. Though your hair may be slightly oilier at first, persevere, and it will balance so that the oiliness will be less apparent.

Here are some great products to try:

Philosophy Clearing the Hair

One thing your hair and head share is disdain for build-up. Clearing the Hair is a deep cleansing shampoo that removes residue and build-up that weigh on your hair. Great for oily problem scalps and necessary if you have problem skin.

Frederic Fekkai Apple Cider Clarifying Shampoo

Good for all hair types, but especially oily hair. This new shampoo rids hair of product buildup, chlorine, and environmental impurities. Real apple cider vinegar clears and clarifies the hair while apple, rosemary, verbena, and kukui nourish and protect hair. Its deep cleansing does not strip the hair of its essential oils.

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I'm losing the battle with my frizzy hair! What types of products can help me control this beast?
Leave-in conditioners will add weight and texture to frizzy hair, says Marcy Harmon of Cowboys and Angels in San Francisco, and it's a great treatment too. If you don't mind styling products or prefer the messy, tousled look, try professional pomades or waxes which come in a variety of weights and are easy to wash out. But beware! Until you are familiar with them, less is more - and too much will look greasy.
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Will chemical-straightening solutions damage my curly hair?
Unfortunately, yes. Chemical-straightening solutions wreak havoc on colored-processed hair and once that happens, there's no going back. Marcy Harmon of Cowboys and Angels in San Francisco suggests using styling products that are made to help straighten curly hair, or occasionally using a flat iron.
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I am currently undergoing chemotherapy. Are there alternatives to the wigs that I see in the store? I'm mortified by my options!
Make sure your stylist is aware of your chemotherapy treatments, says Marcy Harmon of Cowboys and Angels Salon in San Francisco. Then bring in a wig similar in style and color to your natural hair. Your stylist can shape the wig to your specifications. Marcy recommends doing this as early as possible so that you will have the time to try a few different wigs if necessary. "It's nice to have two pieces," she says. Have one for everyday wear and one for occasions - take them to the salon to be styled for special events.
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My friend's hairdresser told her to wash her hair every second or third day. Why?
According to expert Marcy Harmon, of Cowboys and Angels in San Francisco, your hair needs a full 24 hours to restore its natural balance after washing. If you shampoo it every day, you won't give your hair the opportunity to restore itself, resulting in dryness or even breakage. If the thought of waiting between washings doesn't appeal to you, try rinsing and conditioning one day then shampooing and conditioning the next. If you workout daily, try vinegar rinses - available at most salons - instead of shampooing, and follow with a conditioner.
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