your hair, use a shampoo designed
for color-treated hair. If your hair
is damaged or
chemically treated,
consider a "2-in-1"
shampoo. Regardless
of cost, many
shampoo and
conditioner brands
provide the same
benefits.
As you get older,
your scalp makes
less oil, so you
may not need to
shampoo as often.
• Protect hair when
swimming. Protect
your hair from the damaging
effects of chlorine by wetting and
conditioning your hair before
swimming. Wear a tight-fitting
swim cap and use a specially
formulated swimmers shampoo and
deep conditioner
after swimming
to replace lost
moisture.
“A dermatologist
can address any
questions or concerns
that you have
about caring for
your hair,” said Dr.
Draelos. “Be sure to
see a dermatologist if you are experiencing
unexplained hair loss as this
may be a sign of a serious medical
condition.”
Academy of Dermatology (AAD). “Dermatologists' top tips for
maintaining smooth, shiny hair.” News release, July 10, 2012.
Hair Care Myths
Shampooing makes your hair shed | Shed hair is more
noticeable in your drain, but if your hair is ready to fall out,
it's also falling in other less obvious places—you're just not
seeing it. Clean hair is healthier hair—don't cut back on
shampooing because you think you'll lose less hair!
Dandruff means a dry scalp | We think those flakes are from excessive dry
skin—but dandruff usually comes with an overly oily scalp. That's because
it's caused by a type of yeast that thrives in an oily environment. Use an antidandruff
shampoo and don't skimp on washing your hair.
You should towel-dry your hair | Rubbing your hair vigorously with a towel
can be rough on your hair and cause breakage. Squeeze it gently with your towel,
and comb it out with a wide-toothed comb to help remove additional water.
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