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Posted on July 14, 2010 with No Comments
Just the other day a photo of Naomi popped up, and it looks like she is losing her hair. So we did some research to see if the picture was legitimate and if it was to see why this may be happening. The first thing we found out is that the photo is real, it was shot by Dennis Basso for a fashion shoot.
So we researched some reasons she might be losing her hair, medication, stress, alopecia, or DHT. All of these could be potential causes. To us it looks like alopecia due to wearing braids for years and years. This can weaken the hair and cause it to break and thin, if not treated it can lead to hair loss, lucky for her it is not permanent. It can come back if treated right.
Posted on February 2, 2010 with 1 Comment
February 2, 2010 - Atlanta, GA - Today Sfree® hair products announces its new line of sulfate-free and paraben-free hair products.
After extensive research and evaluation, Sfree® announced today it has launched its new line of color-safe products developed specifically for improved hair and scalp health.
Sfree Sulfate-Free Hair Products
The products are headlined by a solution for maintaining and improving moisture, a gentle deep-cleaning clarifying shampoo, and a light-weight conditioner.
Sulfates (SLS) and paraben preservatives have long been considered by styling and salon professionals as sources for hair and scalp damage. SLS, most commonly used as a surfactant in OTC , chain, and large discount retailer hair products help save costs, but does little for genuinely improving health.
To the contrary, SLS and parabens are thought to be responsible for many problems women, men and children have with hair growth, scalp diseases, breakage and acute damage. Common problems such as scalp psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, dandruff and scalp inflammation are also thought to be triggered in large part by the chemicals found in many store-bought products.
Sfree® new sulfate-free products have natural and organic-based ingredients developed specifically for providing necessary cleansing, protection and conditioning. The use of 20+ botanical extracts help nourish the scalp and hair for improved circulatory delivery of nutrients while helping build volume and protecting from heat and chemical treatment damage.
Sfree®’s three new products - Sfree® MOISTURE Hydrating Shampoo, Sfree® CLARIFY Clarifying Shampoo, and Sfree® LITE CONDITION conditioner are all color-safe and are recommended for use to extend color life and add brilliance.
Posted on July 13, 2009 with No Comments
Innovation has never been the strong suit of the hair care industry. Instead, companies rely mostly on taglines, bylines, smooth talking salesmen, pretty commercials, and emotion-based marketing tactics to promote their wares that, more often than not, use the exact same formulas and chemicals.
Moroccan Oil
Strip away all the hype, cover your eyes, randomly pick a shampoo, and you’d end up with exactly the same product with only slight differences in ingredients more often than not.
Therefore, the introduction of the Moroccan Oil® brand and its “Series” of products is a refreshing change in a market swamped with bland, over-hyped shampoos, oils, treatments, conditioners, 2-in-1 shampoos and conditioners, and many other miscellaneous formulas that offer the same end via the same means. However, could it be that Moroccan Oil® itself is an overrated product as well? We’ll find out in this review.
One of the things that separate Moroccan Oil® from other brands is its manner of dosage and treatment. In order to get a natural, silky softness that whole generations of hair care brands claim to provide, you need only apply a few small drops (Argan Oil) to clean, wet hair from its roots to its tips. Say goodbye to the greasy feel of other serums that weighs down.
Moreover, this truly revolutionary product line works its concentrated magic by nourishing your scalp with valuable antioxidants like Vitamins F and E, penetrating deep into the roots and repairing all its split ends in one fell swoop. Considering that it does all this in just a few drops, it may not be an exaggeration to refer to this product as a super serum of sorts that works well on all types - especially for shine, faster drying and improved smoothness.
One of the things I think is now so great about their line is that in addition to their best selling Argan Oil treatment, they have now introduced the “Moroccan Oil Series” that includes: a Moisture Repair Shampoo and Conditioner, an Intense Curl Cream, Gold Glimmer Shine, and a Restorative Hair Mask - all with Argan-based formulations or with the use of unique and pretty effective ingredients.
The true test to Moroccan Oil®’s mettle is, of course with its shampoo, how it handles two extreme types—the coarse, dry ones and the thinning, breakage-prone ones. Considering its potency, it won’t really help in restoring follicles that have begun to shed, especially considering the fact that it contains no DHT blockers in its formula.
Furthermore, it caters more to the latter dry type because untangling knots and curls is its specialty. It can be used on any hair type, but the puffier and more unruly, the better it performs.
As for the drawbacks, its subtle, incense-like smell may not be for everyone, especially those who prefer a tropical aroma over its spicy Caribbean coconut smell. Although its benefits reach panacea-like proportions (it protects against ultraviolet rays and pollutants, leaves no build up or residue, and so on), its results may vary from person to person.
Regardless of its shortcomings, Moroccan Oil® remains styling and hair care products of choice for types ranging from thin, (but not thinning) normal to thick and coarse. As such, until a better product comes along, it gets a nigh-perfect 9.5 out of 10 star rating.
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Category: Damage, Dense, Thick & Coarse, Shampoo, product reviews
Posted on April 26, 2009 with 1 Comment
Many of us have lengthened the time between stylings and haircuts in the past year or so. As a result, many of our 
friends (and stylists who work with us) report increase in problems - particularly dryness, frizziness and increased breaking.
Basically there is a fundamental cause. Flat irons and curling can reduce moisture content in the follicles. Additionally, a periodic cut trims spit-ends and frizz. Though we may have some “cut shock” following styling, it does help keep hair smoother and easier to manage (usually within a week). But, with many of us postponing the $45-$125 treatment due to economic issues, paying a bit more attention to cleansers and conditioners, may keep our healthier.
- Keep your moisture up - Normal moisture content for follicles is about 8%. Below that you will experience dryness and lack of control. While inexpensive shampoos are especially appealing when you walk down the Wal-Mart beauty aisle, consider many products may not give your hair the nutrition and hydration necessary for prolonged health. A more expensive shampoo is generally that way for a reason. Most manufacturers price their products competitively. Excessive pricing is generally a result of either packaging or marketing. Find a manufacturer where you can buy “direct” and you will usually find the best products at the best price.
- Conditioners help (a lot) - Many conditioners can help repair damage as well as provide protection. Most of us have just gotten back from Spring Break - so, we probably have been in the sun, ocean or possibly on the slopes. UVA/UVB damage combined with Chlorine from pools or salt water can dry out locks and make styling pretty difficult. Again, the best conditioners are generally pretty expensive, but they are best because of the ingredients. Emu Oil, Jojoba Oil, Panthenol and various proteins proven to moisturize and improve control are top of the line ingredients used by manufacturers - because they work.
While more expensive products are not a panacea, they tend to last longer, require less application, and are best at improving scalp and follicle health. In a time where we are all watching our pennies, a little investment in hair care can reduce costs in the short and long run.
Tags: conditioners, hair damage, Hair Products, healthy hair, inexpensive, recession, Shampoo, shampoos, spend less
Category: Controlling Hair Care Costs, Damage, Hair Care Products
Posted on April 19, 2009 with 3 Comments
We recently reviewed Moroccan Oil along with several other products that contain Argan Oil. Our review will be published in the coming week.
Argan Oil is derived from the Argan plan (bush, shrub?) indigenous to Morocco. Marrakesh Oil and “Miracle Oil” are also names you will see, but they all have their primary base in Argan.
We found drying times to be reduced by as much as 50%! That’s a lot. It reduced blow drying time significantly. Our test stylist said…
I was stunned by how fast hair dries, it was softer, and made the hair shine more! My clients love it and have begin using especially with long and curly hair. J. Brown - Stylist and Salon Owner
This isn’t a sales pitch, but rarely do we come across a product that works so well and actually does what it says - in a way that is immediately noticeable. While quicker drying time has the obvious benefit of shortened styling time, the greatest advantage is its’ ability to help avoid heat damage caused by dryers, flat irons and curlers. We see many clients, customers and some stylists use tools to style and dry; while this is part of their use, over-styling can lead to split-ends, pre-mature breaking and tearing of the follicle shaft.
If you interested in trying some of these products, follow the “Hair Products” link to the right and type in “Argan Oil” in the search bar. Or, purchase at HealthyHairPlus.com by clicking on this link >> Moroccan Oil.
Posted on April 16, 2009 with No Comments
For all the effort and wonderful outcome (eventually), my wife usually has to endure a month or so of hair damage after she gets her hair colored or permed. She doesn’t have treatments too often, but when she does, we (the family) sluff through a few weeks of a disgruntled Mom. Here are a few ideas we recommend to our customer and a few things that she has come up with.
- After a new cut and color - don’t blow dry. In fact, for a few days following, air-dry and be gentle with a brush. If you have gone ”short”, the exposed follicle shaft can be harmed by excessive heat. FYI - we get calls daily from folks walking out of a salon after getting a big cut and color and finding out their hair looks like the end of an old broom!
- Stay out of the sun - We just got back from the beach for Spring Break. Kids and wife spent a lot of time in the sun (while I worked much of the week in Atlanta). Everyone had rosey cheeck and my son’s hair is starting to turn blonde. Sun affects your hair. It’s effects can be amplified by styling products, increasing damage. Try to wear a hat when outdoors or use a shampoo with SPF protection.
- We recently began carrying Argan oil products - may have heard of Morrocan Oil, Miracle Oil or Marrakesh Oil. This is not a pitch - these are great. They greatly increase drying time, moisturize and improve shine. We had a friend and large salon owner in yesterday. Unsolicited, he went on for 15 minutes about Argan oil and how he and his staff use daily for most of his clientle. I’m writing a post on this in a few weeks…stay tuned.
- Find the best moisture shampoo and conditioner possible - sounds to obvious…but most hair breakage and damage is caused by stipped moisture.
We are posting a short series on repairing dmage and a few products you might consider in June…but, these will help out. Thx.
