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StarStriker
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Sun Jul 22, 2012 6:03 am  |
I'm a male and I've bleached my hair for a few years now and find that my hair has recently shed a lot (although there are no bad patches) and is going grey.
I ideally want to be able to dye my hair darker but am worried about the effects on my hair which is thinner.
Are there any ways I can thicken the hairs on my head to make them more rigid and so there is less chance of the hairs molting once I dye them? |
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Sun Jul 22, 2012 7:09 am |
Welcome!  Do you have dandruff at all? I would suggest you visit a dermatologist to find out if you have 'male pattern baldness', damage to the follicles from bleaching/ sulphate shampoo or some other issue. The treatment varies depending what the cause is but one shampoo you might consider is Regenepure. This is sulphate-free and contains certain actives that research suggests may be beneficial in hair loss. http://www.regenepure.com/
You can't repair damaged hair as such because it is dead, so the only long term solution is to concentrate on growing new healthy hair. You might be able to make hair feel thicker and stronger with a hydrolysed protein treatment followed by a coconut oil soak. But IMO lay off the permanent dye until you have a diagnosis. Final thought is to review your diet and lifestyle - hair growth can be affected by stress, systemic inflammation and nutrient deficiencies. |
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Sun Jul 22, 2012 9:33 am |
Welcome StarStriker,
It can take 6 months to a year to notice a difference with nutrition for hair, this can different for each individual. I’m currently using nutritional supplements and deep conditioning with a hood dryer hair. To help thicken my I’ve recently had my hair cut in layers which helps. I stopped eating meat 5 years ago, my diet included fish and vegetables to name a few. I’ve restarted eating meat.
I’m about a month into changing my diet and using supplements like msm, iron, vitamin b complex omega 3, vitamin e, multi vitamin, vitamin c, protein drink, and starflower oil and calcium. I have definitely started to notice a big difference with my hair thickness.
Here’s some articles that might be very helpful to you:
Hair Nutrition for thinning hair, hair growth
http://www.the-healthy-diet-paradise.com/hair-loss-diet.html
http://www.ehow.com/facts_4812042_amino-acids-fast-hair-growth
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/hair-loss/news/20060516/hair-loss-may-be-iron-deficiency
Deep conditioning
http://www.long-healthy-hair-advisor.com/hooded-dryer.html
http://www.self.com/beauty/blogs/beyondthebeautypages/2012/04/why-coconut-oil-is-amazing-for.html |
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Sun Jul 22, 2012 11:15 am |
| I've heard that castor oil might be beneficial. |
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Mon Jul 23, 2012 2:02 am |
I know what you are going through with the bleach damage. A hairdresser used bleach on my hair just over a year ago which really messed it up. A few weeks after it was done I was malting big time and it was so dry. I have always had relatively long hair but had to have it cut short as it was in such bad condition. Have been struggling ever since to get it back to the same length.
Generally it is a really bad idea to use bleach particularly on fine hair. You will find hairdressers who will use a "mild" bleach which is better but it is still pretty damaging. The best way to dye hair is using the INOA system by l'oreal. This is a much gentler version of hair colouring as it contains no ammonia. You have to get it done at a salon as you cannot buy it in shops but if you are going to lighten your hair again I strongly advise you to use this instead.
If you want to use the INOA system to go darker over your bleached hair you will probably find that it takes a few colourings before the hair permanently catches on to the colour as bleach is very hard to dye over. I am guessing if you use a normal permanent hair colour to dye over the bleach it is easier to get it to stay dark however considering the condition your hair is in I am not sure using more chemicals on it is a good idea. I would therefore advise you to focus on getting your hair healthy again and waiting for the bleach to grow out.
With regards to thickening hair and making it healthier I do not think it is possible to repair hair as it is already dead (Whatever the ads may tell you) however doing what you can to prevent further damage is a good move. The biggest thing I have done to get my hair back to looking healthier and growing faster is to stop using any heat products (including hair drying) and only occasionally, if ever, using chemical products on it. I also only use organic natural shampoos and conditioners bought from health food shops (The ones bought from commercial shops tend to be loaded with chemicals even the ones which claim to be "natural") or even better still DIY shampoos and conditioners.
Using oils such as coconut oil or almond oil is a good way to make hair look healthier and some people swear that oiling their hair at night and washing it in the morning not only makes it look healthier but also grow faster (which is a good thing particularly if you are wanting to grow out bleach and general damaged hair). Supplements may also be helpful - MSM and biotin to name a few. Hope this helps |
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Mon Jul 23, 2012 2:36 am |
Nutritionally I've read great things about increasing the amount of chlorophyll rich foods/beverages in the diet- e.g. Kale, wheatgrass shots. There is quite a considerable amount of anecdotal evidence that say it has helped to thicken up hair.
Topically, there is Regaine (or in the US Rogaine). There is also Propecia (for men), but there is quite a vast amount of users who have suffered side-effects from the drug and avow never to touch the stuff again- so I would undertake some serious research and consult your doctor before going down that route.
You may also like to know that there are several developing technologies- such as Histogen and Replicel. A quick google will lead you to links on those two in particular. |
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Mon Aug 06, 2012 4:42 am |
Use more protein in your hair, or do a heavy protein treatment (such as Aphogee's 2-step or Dudley's DRC-2 every 6 to 8 weeks. Many women have increased their hair's fullness by doing this. |
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Mon Aug 06, 2012 8:15 am |
| My husband try rosehip oil and it is work. |
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Mon Aug 06, 2012 8:50 am |
| VeronicaM wrote: |
| Use more protein in your hair, or do a heavy protein treatment (such as Aphogee's 2-step or Dudley's DRC-2 every 6 to 8 weeks. Many women have increased their hair's fullness by doing this. |
Be careful... too much protein can make your hair very brittle. My hairdresser told me NOT to use shampoos/conditioners that contain protein. Only to use a protein treatment occasionally as Veronica suggests. |
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Mon Aug 06, 2012 9:44 am |
Yes, thanks for those tips. I just wanted a reader of this thread to understand more protein is NOT better. It can ruin your hair. |
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Mon Aug 06, 2012 9:46 am |
Erg,
As with everything else, moderation is the key. |
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