The Lowdown on Luscious Locks: Brush with Care!
Daily hair care regimen may potentially damage your tresses, according to experts' advice.
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For those sporting a fabulous hairdo, a brush is indispensable, but you may be jeopardizing the health of your tresses if you brush while your coif's still drenched.
That's right! Dr. Mehmet Erdogan, co-founder and hair transplant surgeon at Smile Hair Clinic in Istanbul warns that wet hair—due to its vulnerable state—can easily fall victim to damage from brushing.
In a 2022 study conducted by the University of Manchester, it was discovered that moisture can upset hair's stress response, making it more susceptible to breakage as strands become stretched beyond their capacity and remain damaged at a molecular level. Yikes!
With that being said, what’s a girl or guy to do? Embrace these tips to maintain those coveted, healthy strands:
- Style Sensibly: Steer clear of brushing wet hair when it’s at its most swollen and vulnerable. Angle for a gentle approach like using your fingers to detangle or opting for a wide-tooth comb or flexible detangling brush.
- Be Gently Patient: Remember that wet hair doesn't return to its original state after it's damaged, so take things slow and be extra careful.
- Product Prescription: Apply a leave-in product to help soften and hydrate strands, making them easier to manage during the detangling process.
- ** Technique Tricks:** Start at the bottom of your locks and work your way up to prevent breakage. And remember, less is more when it comes to heat styling—go easy on those locks!
- ** Stress Less:** Our daily grind can take a toll on our 'dos. Be mindful of factors like stress, diet, hormones, and harsh hair treatments that could exacerbate damage.
Pro tips from Ashley DiMatteo, owner of Ashley Lauren Beauty Lounge in Westchester, New York: "Hair loss or damage often comes from a combination of factors like stress, hormones, heat styling, or chemical treatments. Don’t feel embarrassed or shy to speak to your stylist or local salon—we’re here to help!"
In conclusion, with a bit of TLC and the right tools, there's no reason your gorgeous mane can't live a long, lustrous life!
- Researched by Angelica Stabile, lifestyle reporter for our site Digital.
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