These 11 Myths Keep You From Having Healthy And Long Hair

Dec 10, 2018 by apost team

Do not let these hair myths prevent you from growing long, luscious, thick and healthy hair. You might be surprised which tales have some truth to them while others are entirely false.

Many people believe that men and women have different hair structure; however, the anatomical makeup of human hair is the same for everyone. Your genes also determine whether or not you will have full hair as you age or if you will have a receding hairline. The primary reason some men have better-looking hair for longer is that women treat their hair more harshly with chemicals, products, and treatments causing their hair to appear damaged with faster hair loss.

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You'll probably lose a large amount of hair twice a year. This is perfectly healthy and new hair will grow in place of the empty follicles. You should also lose a noticeable amount of hair each day when you brush it out. It is entirely normal to lose up to 200 hairs each day. If you are losing an excessive amount of hair more than a few times a year, it is a good idea to speak with a medical professional.

A ponytail or a bun can actually be good for your hair. These types of hairstyles can help to protect the scalp and hair from exposure to harsh elements. It is important to note that if you pull a ponytail or bun too tight, it can cause hair loss. But that's a result from the way you style rather than the style itself.

You can catch lice by trying on the hat or using the brush of another person; however, dandruff is not contagious. Dandruff originates from excessive gland work or inflammation. Both of such actions cannot be caught by someone else.

Many people are in search of miracle hair products; however, the speed of your hair growth is entirely dependent upon your genes. At this time, you will not find any products that will help to speed up the hair growth process. If you want long hair, it is best to just be patient and eat right rather than to waste money on empty promises. You could always invest in hair extensions if you are in need of immediate results.

Keratin once contained formaldehyde which is the same product used in autopsies. While the formula has been modified over the years, the chemicals used in keratin are still considered damaging to your hair structure. In fact, the components used in keratin today are the same as the chemicals used to make hair wavy 20 years in the past. This straightening product is strictly a way to make your hair look nice. It adds no health value.

Are you ready to save money and time on washing your hair? You should never apply shampoo or conditioner directly to the entire length of your hair. The shampoo is specially designed to clean your scalp rather than the rest of your hair. You should concentrate your shampoo to your scalp and allow the runoff from washing your scalp to be used to cleanse the remainder of your hair. The opposite is true for conditioners. You should concentrate conditioner to your ends and hair, and avoid applying it directly to your scalp.

Hair dryers and other heat-based styling devices can be bad for your hair; however, this is only true of hair that is not protected with a specialized product. You should always use a product that is specific to protecting hair from heat, such as thermal protection. If you do not use styling products designed for protection from heat, you can experience damage.

While it is important to cut off the bad ends of your hair so that your hair appears to be healthy and strong, this process does not have any direct impact on the length of time in which it will take your hair to grow. Your hair actually grows from your roots; therefore, no matter the way you care for your ends, this will not help your hair grow faster.

There is much speculation about when you should cut your child’s hair for the first time. Some people believe that if you cut it before they turn one, their hair will grow thicker and denser. The reality is that a child’s baby hair will become thicker with or without you cutting their hair before they turn one.

While it is true that blondes often have more hair than people with red or brown hair, their hair will not be as dense or thick as people with other colors of hair. If you see a blond with thick and dense hair, it is likely they are not a natural blond; however, it is not impossible.

As long as you protect your roots, wash your hair properly and use the right products, you, too, can have thick, dense and enviable hair. If you know of anyone who is looking to grow stunningly healthy hair, pass this along and share your newly acquired hair wisdom to those in need.

Our content is created to the best of our knowledge, yet it is of general nature and cannot in any way substitute an individual consultation by your doctor. Your health is important to us!