Dermatologist names three things you should never do to your hair
Three things not to do with your hair (photo: Freepik)
Dermatologist and skin cancer specialist Neera Nathan shared three "controversial" things she would never do with her hair. Many people make these mistakes with their hair.
What should you never do with your hair
Dr. Neera Nathan, a Harvard University specialist and skin cancer surgeon, has gained millions of followers on social media, where she shares her skincare wisdom.
She recently released a list of things not to do for hair health.
Never go more than 3 days with unwashed hair
"I would never go two or three days without washing my hair, because if we spend days without shampooing, sebum builds up on our scalp, which leads to inflammation and causes hair loss," the expert said.
Despite the widespread belief that regular hair washing is harmful, the dermatologist dispelled this myth in the comments to her post, clarifying that frequent cleansing does not lead to hair loss. She drew an analogy between a healthy scalp and fertile soil, which is essential for strong hair growth.
"Our scalp is like soil and our hair is like flowers - you need healthy soil to grow flowers," she said.
Unwashed hair for several days leads to the accumulation of skin cells, oil, and products that irritate and inflame the follicles, which can lead to hair loss.
Never do Brazilian hair straightening
It is a popular semi-permanent hair straightening treatment.
"This method of straightening contains carcinogenic and toxic chemicals that can cause permanent trauma and damage to the hair follicle. I used to do this every six months, and I'm convinced that my thick hair has become thin," the expert said.
The Belgravia Center, a globally recognized hair treatment clinic, said that excessive exposure to harsh chemicals on the scalp can lead to chemical injury, where the scalp and hair follicles suffer severe damage from chemical burns, resulting in the expected hair loss.
Never wear your hair in a tight hairstyle
Wearing a very tight hairstyle all the time can lead to hair breakage or even hair loss.
This idea is echoed by Hair Made Easy, which warns that sleek ponytails, braids, and buns can lead to brittle hair due to the constant tension on the hair shaft.
This, in turn, can cause split ends, general hair damage, and ultimately noticeable thinning and weakening of the strands.
Read also about the hairdresser revealing all truth about "therapeutic shampoos".
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