Frequently Asked Questions
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"What's the best way to keep my hair moisturized?"
The best way to keep your hair moisturized involves a consistent routine tailored to your hair type. Some examples include using a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner, deep conditioning, applying a leave-in, protective styling, avoiding excessive heat, etc.
Consistent care and the right products will keep your hair hydrated, healthy, and more manageable.
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"Will trims make my hair grow?"
While trims don't speed up hair growth, they are essential for keeping your hair healthy and reducing damage, which helps ensure that your hair can grow longer and stronger over time.
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"How can I achieve thicker hair?"
By maintaining a healthy hair care routine and nourishing your body, you can encourage stronger, thicker hair over time. Here are some effective strategies to help promote thicker, fuller hair:
Choosing the right shampoos and conditioners, incorporating scalp care, using thickening products, minimizing heat and chemical treatments, trimming regularly, avoiding tension hairstyles, and maintaining a proper diet.
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"How often should I trim my hair?"
It's recommended to trim your hair every 4 to 6 or 6 to 8 weeks to help remove split ends and prevent further breakage.
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"Can hair oils grow hair?"
Hair oils can support growth by improving scalp health and strengthening hair strands. However, they are not a cure-all for hair loss or significant hair growth concerns.
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"How do I know my hair's porosity, and why does it matter?"
Hair porosity refers to how well your hair can absorb and retain moisture. Understanding your hair's porosity is extremely important in selecting the right products. You can determine your hairs porosity by taking a strand of clean, product-free hair and placing it in a glass of water.
High porosity: Hair will sink quickly, indicating it absorbs moisture easily but may lose it just as fast.
Normal porosity: Hair will float in the middle or sink slowly, indicating a balanced ability to absorb and retain moisture.
Low porosity: Hair will float on the surface for a long time before sinking, indicating it’s resistant to moisture absorption.
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"Are protective styles really beneficial for hair health?"
When done correctly, protective styles can be an excellent way to maintain and promote hair health. As long as they are well maintained, free from excessive tension, and not worn beyond the recommended duration.
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"What's the difference between a hair mask and hair conditioner?"
A hair conditioner is normally used to add moisture back into the hair to make it smooth and shiny. However, a hair mask penetrates the hair deeper and can target numerous types of hair problems like discolored hair, oily scalp, and dandruff.
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"How do I know if my hair needs hydration or protein?"
If your hair feels dry, frizzy, and lacks elasticity, it's likely in need of moisture. Chemically damaged hair that feels mushy or cotton candy-like can benefit from a protein treatment. Very fine or thin hair can also benefit from added protein, which can help make strands look thicker and stronger.
Did you know...
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Hair is Mostly Protein:
Hair is made up of a protein called keratin, which is also found in your nails and the outer layer of your skin.
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Hair is Made of Bonds:
Hair is made up of different kinds of bonds (hydrogen, ionic and disulfide), that impact the strength and elasticity of our hair. These bonds are damaged daily by environmental stressors, chemical treatments, heat styling, and more.
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Hair Grows Faster in Warm Climates:
Warmer climates increase blood circulation and promote hair growth, which is why your hair may grow faster in the summer.
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Hair Sheds Daily:
On average, a person sheds between 50-100 strands of hair per day as part of the natural hair growth cycle.
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Hair is the Second Fastest Growing Tissue:
The only tissue that grows faster than hair is bone marrow.
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Hair Can Stretch:
When wet, a healthy hair strand can stretch up to 30% of its original length.
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Hair is Mostly Dead:
The part of the hair you see is actually dead. The living part of hair is within the follicle under the scalp.
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You Can’t Heal Split Ends:
Once hair splits, the damage cannot be reversed; the only way to get rid of split ends is to trim them.