Question about hair texture (women)
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This maybe a off beat question...but has anyone noticed a difference in the texture of their hair? I use to have the best hair. Not too thin, not to thick, straight but would hold a curl, etc. I am not sure if its menopause related (hormones) but the texture of my hair has changed dramatically. When I first wash it and its wet, it looks like I had a perm/wave. After it dries it looks frizzy. So far I haven't found a conditioner or hair product that will help. I was wondering if anyone else has this problem and wondered if anyone has found a solution. I thought about trying that Wenn shampoo to see if that helps. Has anyone tried it?
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This maybe a off beat question...but has anyone noticed a difference in the texture of their hair? I use to have the best hair. Not too thin, not to thick, straight but would hold a curl, etc. I am not sure if its menopause related (hormones) but the texture of my hair has changed dramatically. When I first wash it and its wet, it looks like I had a perm/wave. After it dries it looks frizzy. So far I haven't found a conditioner or hair product that will help. I was wondering if anyone else has this problem and wondered if anyone has found a solution. I thought about trying that Wenn shampoo to see if that helps. Has anyone tried it?
I have about half dark brown very fine hair and half silver much coarser hair so I guess the answer is yes. Instead of just coming in with the same texture in a different color, instead I seem to have two very distinct types of hair on my head. They are often at war, too!
My hairdresser says that it is quite common for this to happen. I'm not sure if the color as well as the texture has changed for you so I am not sure if I've helped at all! As for products, nothing seems to help and I live in Florida so humidity is always a problem and frizz is a way of life.0 -
Crazy huh! I didn't get a different color, just course hair. When it first happened it was in the back of my hair so I didn't pay attention to it to much. My daughter would comment about it. Then it just took over. Whats funny (not ha ha funny) my daughter who is 34 has one streak of course hair. My hairdresser says I should just wear it scrunchy, which I would except all the products I have tried makes my hair feel stiff. I hope someone knows of a product that well help.0
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I assume it's age related. I don't want to use a bunch of different products on my hair so I sort of work with what I have.0
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This maybe a off beat question...but has anyone noticed a difference in the texture of their hair? I use to have the best hair. Not too thin, not to thick, straight but would hold a curl, etc. I am not sure if its menopause related (hormones) but the texture of my hair has changed dramatically. When I first wash it and its wet, it looks like I had a perm/wave. After it dries it looks frizzy. So far I haven't found a conditioner or hair product that will help. I was wondering if anyone else has this problem and wondered if anyone has found a solution. I thought about trying that Wenn shampoo to see if that helps. Has anyone tried it?
When I first started eating at a deficit and swimming in the gym pool I had a lot of trouble with my hair. I think part of it was the deficit (a little too big but I learned) and part of it was the chlorine. I began using GNC's Hair, Skin and Nail Formula (I buy it on Amazon) along with a little Moroccan oil and now my hair is pretty much back to normal. I have thick curly hair, although you wouldn't know it from any of my profile pics.......I blow dry it straight. Sometimes it lasts and sometimes it goes crazy despite my best efforts....LOL
Another trick I learned because I workout so much and end up taking so many showers is to not wash my hair as often.....sometimes I just use a little conditioner on it. On days I swim I end up showering and getting my hair wet twice, not counting pool time..........ugggghhh.0 -
My hair has always been pretty thick, but it has gotten wavier as I aged. Not much gray yet, but definitely a little more frizz. Occasionally I use coconut oil to tame it, just not often b/c it is a pain to wash out. I also don't wash my hair everyday as it would definitely be worse. As a teenage it seemed to be oily every 20 minutes,0
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My hair has become possessed. The grays grow like mad and are a funky texture, my formerly thick lustrous hair is now thin and lank and barely shines anymore. I think I need a couple of weeks of Neutrogena's Clarifying shampoo to put it back into something that doesn't annoy me. I used to use this amazing shampoo from Seashore called Jonathan. It made my hair look like it never did before. Bit it was $20 a bottle and now I haven't seen it in a while so...0
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nikkib0103 wrote: »My hair has become possessed. The grays grow like mad and are a funky texture, my formerly thick lustrous hair is now thin and lank and barely shines anymore. I think I need a couple of weeks of Neutrogena's Clarifying shampoo to put it back into something that doesn't annoy me. I used to use this amazing shampoo from Seashore called Jonathan. It made my hair look like it never did before. Bit it was $20 a bottle and now I haven't seen it in a while so...
I am going to have to check on Amazon for the shampoo Jonathan. It sounds like this is common. I am not ready to give up on my hair yet....the search is on 0 -
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My hairdresser told me that hair texture like skin, etc. changes every 8 yrs. I was one of those people who gray early in life, 8th grade. I've been 100% gray for many years and color my hair. Right now, I'm going through menopause and noticed that it's changing my hair color, which is funny since the color hasn't changed in years. My hairdresser asked me if I was using new products or a rinse, but I haven't changed a thing.
I've noticed the products that I use from the towel to blow dryer to products make a huge difference. If I air-dry my hair it expanses, doesn't keep a wave and frizz. But if I use a hair towel/wrap and let it dry overnight it looks great. Use same products, a leave in conditioner and finishing spray.
It's almost like going through puberty again, lol.0 -
Who needs a second puberty? And I hate autocorrect. Because the shampoo I used to use was at Sephora not Seashore. My hair is just unhappy. I am thinking of shaving it off and starting over but I have a lumpy head so would look really bad as a bald lady.0
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Hair naturally gets coarser as we age. Hair doesn't have the same pigments and soft keratin as it did when we were younger so that affects the texture. My hair seems to get thicker every day (guess that's a good thing) and I was having some thinning done every other cut. Now my new stylist tells me that thinning the hair makes it even MORE coarse. UGH! I now only shampoo every 4 days and use a smoothing lotion/leave in conditioner when I blow dry. I hear apple cider vinegar rinses make it softer and shinier. Haven't tried that yet though.0
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debsdoingthis wrote: »Hair naturally gets coarser as we age. Hair doesn't have the same pigments and soft keratin as it did when we were younger so that affects the texture. My hair seems to get thicker every day (guess that's a good thing) and I was having some thinning done every other cut. Now my new stylist tells me that thinning the hair makes it even MORE coarse. UGH! I now only shampoo every 4 days and use a smoothing lotion/leave in conditioner when I blow dry. I hear apple cider vinegar rinses make it softer and shinier. Haven't tried that yet though.
I tired the apple cider vinegar and it didn't do anything for me except smell. I have also tried beer I think I am going to order the Wenn hair products and see if that works. Thanks everybody for your replies...I guess this is just a natural thing that happens ... which I am not happy with. 0 -
Mine got grey, and the brain under it got inflexible. Get off my lawn!0
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I use coconut water spray on my hair. After I wash it I spray a small amount & run it through u hair. Dry it & them run a bit more through. It keeps my hair in good condition & no frizz.. Result0
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I have been using a new shampoo this week. L'Oreal Evercreme Nourishing shampoo. It is a creamy texture and lathers beautifully. My hair has been much softer and shinier this week. We'll see.
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nikkib0103 wrote: »I have been using a new shampoo this week. L'Oreal Evercreme Nourishing shampoo. It is a creamy texture and lathers beautifully. My hair has been much softer and shinier this week. We'll see.
Let know know how it works for you. I cant seem to find a shampoo I like yet. I have heard mixed reviews on the Wen products so I think I will pass on them. I think I will try the coconut water.0 -
How you getting on? did you try the coconut water spray?0
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Ladies, that L'Oreal Evercream I was talking about is great! Been using it for a couple of weeks now and my hair is shinier, feels thicker, has a tad more body, feels softer and actually seems to stay cleaner longer. I recommend it highly. Available in drugstores and probably Target, etc.0
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nikkib0103 wrote: »Ladies, that L'Oreal Evercream I was talking about is great! Been using it for a couple of weeks now and my hair is shinier, feels thicker, has a tad more body, feels softer and actually seems to stay cleaner longer. I recommend it highly. Available in drugstores and probably Target, etc.
I will put it on my list to check out. I am going to get some coconut water today and try it.0 -
About a year ago I switched hairdressers, and starting using their products, called Healium, and it has helped, even here in the humidity capital of Florida. My hairdresser did sell me a different conditioner last night that she used while I was there, Macadamia Professional Weightless Moisture Conditioner. So far it does not really work any better than the Healium. My hair is much healthier since using Healium, I even started growing more hair, and the new hair is not gray. Go figure.0
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About a year ago I switched hairdressers, and starting using their products, called Healium, and it has helped, even here in the humidity capital of Florida. My hairdresser did sell me a different conditioner last night that she used while I was there, Macadamia Professional Weightless Moisture Conditioner. So far it does not really work any better than the Healium. My hair is much healthier since using Healium, I even started growing more hair, and the new hair is not gray. Go figure.
so glad to hear somethings are working. I will have to put it on my list to try.0 -
@klkarlen, I need to find some of that Healium! Mine is coming in grey all over. What there is left of it. I have lost so much hair in the last year or so, I feel almost bald (I have, and have always had, lots) But my single braid is now much less thick than when I had double braids, and I have wads of hair in the comb everyday. My doc basically said it was the aging, and there's nothing to do about it. *sigh*0
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@klkarlen, I need to find some of that Healium! Mine is coming in grey all over. What there is left of it. I have lost so much hair in the last year or so, I feel almost bald (I have, and have always had, lots) But my single braid is now much less thick than when I had double braids, and I have wads of hair in the comb everyday. My doc basically said it was the aging, and there's nothing to do about it. *sigh*
They don't have a way to sell directly to the consumer yet on their website, but your salon can order it: http://www.healiumhair.com/index.html0 -
The way it was explained to me from my doctor is: we don't produce as much oil as we age. So, our hair becomes dry and curly.
I use Paul Mitchell Skinny products when I want to blow it out and flat iron it, but Paul Mitchell also makes a curly hair mouse, shampoo & conditioner for the times when you just want to go au natural.0 -
Yep. Paul Mitchell is a great product line. Look for sulfate free products too, a lot less harsh than a regular shampoo.0
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I really dont mind the curly part. I have been using the coconut water, which makes it feel soft but it still looks frizzy unless I tone it down with a curling iron. I love the smell of Paul Mitchell. I haven't used any of their products in awhile.0
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nikkib0103 wrote: »Ladies, that L'Oreal Evercream I was talking about is great! Been using it for a couple of weeks now and my hair is shinier, feels thicker, has a tad more body, feels softer and actually seems to stay cleaner longer. I recommend it highly. Available in drugstores and probably Target, etc.
I will check it out! I am going on a cruise and will spending some time in salt water. That is never good for your hair.0
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