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Problems of the hair
Dry hair
Once the scalp suffers from dehydration and dryness, normally also the hair is affected. Frequent cleansing, a harsh and dehydrating shampoo, styling aids, bleach, perm, frequent and too hot hair drying, sun and dry air - all can dehydrate the hair. Due to a porous surface structure damaged hair is more vulnerable. Indications for damaged hair are the lack of luster, a strawy structure, increased electrostatic loading, a higher difficulty to comb the hair and a rough hair surface. With a mild shampoo, like sebamed Moisturizing Shampoo, and by avoiding the above listed causes the problem can be solved.
Greasy hair
A strong tallow production of the scalp, which can be genetically determined, influenced by hormonal changes, medication or stress, leads to a greasy film on the surface of the hair. This makes hair heavy and cloggy, thus the hairdo appears lank and without volume. Greasy hair has a higher tendency to create dandruff. A mild shampoo (sebamed Every Day Shampoo) combined with the waiving of heavy conditioners, hairdos which leave the hair tight at the scalp and hats or caps are promising measures in order to get a grip of the problem. Unfortunately, no external measure can influence the tallow production. Shampoos with strong de-greasing effects should be avoided in order not to further irritate the scalp.
Thin hair
The thickness of hair is genetically determined. Thin hair shows little volume and clings straight onto the scalp. Nevertheless, with cosmetic products and styling more volume can be achieved. But these products should not make the hair heavy or attack its structure. Thin hair is sensitive and susceptible to dehydration and damages in structure and should therefore always be washed with a mild shampoo. Changes at the hair root which can lead to disorders in hair growth can occur due to malnutrition, illness, medication, age, hormones, etc.
Thick, intractable hair
Thick hair looks great when brushed well, but can also easily come to look messy. Also this kind of hair can be put in form with the right styling and care. Conditioner in the shampoo makes the hair smooth and smoothen its surface so that it can be combed more easily. Dehydration and a roughened surface increase the intractability of this kind of hair but can be avoided by using an extra mild shampoo.
Hair vertebra
Even totally straight hair can show local hair vertebras due to deviations in its determined genetic make-up. With a suitable haircut and good styling these vertebras can be well-integrated and even hidden.
Spliced and broken hair
Is the external hair layer (cuticula) damaged by mechanical influences spliced hair occurs and the underneath situated cortex is affected. The hair tips and the hair structure are mainly exposed to mechanical or environmental influences. Once spliced, the problem can affect the whole hair. Severe stress on the hair structure can lead to a total breaking of the hair. The broken end is then especially susceptible. Dehydration, sun, styling products left overnight in the hair, coloring, perm, aggressive shampoos, hot hair dryer and curl irons, sharp edged combs or hair barrettes can cause spliced hair. Mild shampoos with a pH value of 5.5 and protective active agents can increase the ruggedization, thus smoothen damaged hair. However, are the damages outweighing only a new haircut can help.
Lank hair
Too much skin own tallow and/or styling substances can put weight on the hair, make it stick together and give it a lank appearance. With greasy hair, only frequent washing with an extra mild shampoo can help. Shampoos with a strong degreasing effect attack the hair structure and can excite the scalp. In spite of all promises made by advertisement active agents of shampoos are not able to effectively diminish the tallow production of the scalp. An also hair waters have only a limited effect and excite the scalp with its alcohol content. Hair which has a tendency for being lank needs shampoo with little conditioner.
Blunt and lackluster hair
Dehydration and swelling as well as damages in the hair structure roughen the hair’s surface. In such a case hair cells are not flat and adjoining; they spread themselves of the hair cuticula just like a fir cone on dry days. Light is reflected unevenly giving the hair a lackluster and brittle appearance. During combing the spread out hair cells can increase the risk for damage of the hair’s structure. In such a case pollutants can penetrate and water can leak more easily, thus dehydration of the hair can occur. Careful cleansing can protect the hair. By using a mild and moisture contributing shampoo, low water temperature and by avoiding a hot hair dryer or curling irons the hair can be protected and luster restored.
Hair loss
A daily loss of 100 hairs is normal. During hair cleansing and washing even more hair is lost, leading to a decreased loss on the following day. Only when 100 hairs are lost daily over a longer period of time one should start to worry. Infections in combination with fever as well as medication can lead to hair loss. Due to changing hormones during pregnancy women grow more hair, which is then again lost after having given birth, i.e. when the hormone level is stabilized. New-borns with thick hair usually lose their hair within their first year of life and only slowly regain hair again. Hair loss normally occurs gradually with age for both men and women, but is typically more pronounced for men. Here, hair loss is caused by an overproduction of testosterone. Thinner and shorter hair is produced until the production of hair is totally stopped. The process of becoming bald differs for men and women. Whereas women show regular loss of hair on their whole head, men first only show hair loss on certain areas. The so-called circle round hair loss that can occur in different ways – from small spots to the loss of the entire body hair including eyelashes and eye brows - still is a medical miracle. But it is known that stress contributes to its aggravation, perhaps also to its outbreak.
Based on approved investigation methods, dermatologists can determine whether hair loss is existent and if so which type of hair loss it is. Consequently, effective and suited treatment can be advised.