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Hair Myths (Secrets & Lies)
Pull one out and 7 grow back?
RHUBARB!
Gone white over night?
Certainly, some or all of the head hair could start growing white at the same time, but from the base of the hair folicle. The white hair would then take a month to 6 weeks to appear on the head, ans a further 2 weeks still to see it. Usually due to a shock or other nervous dissorder.
Cold water makes hair shinier?
Not unless it is rinsing a conditioner as warmer water will rinse more thoroughly.
Hair falls more due to washing and drying?
Impossible! Loose hair always comes out more easily when washed and, therefore, gives the appearance of more fall than usual - just a disturbing optical illusion!
Cutting the hair makes it grow thicker/faster?
RHUBARB!
No chemicals in perms and colours?
We must tread a little carefully here. The fact of the matter is,a chemical is necessary to "open" the hair and allow the hair to be permed, straightened or dyed. Any colour with less or no chemical will not be as permanent.
Over/under washing caused hair fall?
RHUBARB!
Hair loss is natural?
RHUBARB! - There is always a reason.
More washing means greasier hair?
NOT TRUE. It just seems to get oilier quicker because YOU expect it to stay cleaning with such regular washing. Another optical illusion!
Brushing 100 times every night is good?
RHUBARB! - And who can be bothered?
Eating bread crusts makes hair curly?
Well, what do you think!!!!!