Hair Product Ingredients that are Bad for Your Hair

Author: KKrofton

There are many products out there claiming to treat dry, damaged, chemically treated African American hair; and while most of these products receive popular acclaim or are created from trusted hair care lines, be wary. Not all products are created equal and not all products provide what they promise. As a salon stylist and former research and development associate for a beauty product conglomerate, here are things you should look for when purchasing a hair care product for your damaged or chemically treated hair.

NO CHEMICALS
The last thing you want to place on your head after it has been ravaged by chemicals is more chemicals. Unfortunately, however, that is exactly what you do when you purchase traditional drugstore and beauty supply shampoos, conditioners, and hairdressing products. Avoid the following:

1.Isopropyl alcohol:

This is a solvent and denaturant, which changes substances natural qualities. It is found in many hair and skin care products, especially hair rinses and finishing sprays. Isopropyl alcohol is a petroleum derived substance that is used in wood lacquer and antifreeze. It can cause headaches, dizziness, nausea, and comas.

2.Propylene glycol:

This is a surfactant and solvent that is used as an emulsifier in creams, butters, shampoos, body washes, and conditioners. It actually breaks down protein and the cellular wall, or your skin. It is a synthetic petrochemical that at first, makes the hair and skin look smoother, but ultimately ravages the strands and accelerates aging. It can denature the skin, causing it to sag. When included in products, workers must wear not only gloves, but also protective googles and clothing. Skin contact with propylene glycol can cause liver, brain, and kidney damage.

3.Polyethylene glycol:

A petroleum based based product actually used for oven cleaning.

4.Sodium Laurel Sulphate and Sodium Laureth Sulphate:

One of the most dangerous ingredients in all personal care products. It is approximately in 90% of all shampoos or conditioners that produce foam.

5.DEA(diethanolamine), MEA (momoethanolamine):

Often referenced asCocamide and Lauramide are known substances thato form cancer causing nitrates. A study at the University of Illinois actually found that repreated applications of DEA and TEA detergents resulted in a major increase in liver and kidney cancers.

6.Parabens:

Preservatives used to inhibit microbial growth in hair care products even though they are known to be highly toxic.

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Shampoo Cleansing Ingredients To Avoid:

Extremely common ingredients:

1.Sodium Laurel 2.Sulfate/ Sodium 3.Laureth sulfate
4.Ammonium Laurel Sulfate
5.Ammonium Laureth Sulfate
6.Ammonium Xylene Sulfonate
7.TEA Lauryl Sulfate
Sulfur (in dandruff shampoos)
8.Selenium Sulfide (in dandruff shampoos)

Less common ingredients:

Magnesium Sulfate
Sodium Thiosulfate
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Alkyl Sodium Sulfate
Alkyl Benzene Sulfonate
TEA-Dodecylbenzene
Sodium C12-15 Alkyl Sulfate
Sodium Dodecyl Sulfonate

Ayurvedic Dietary Recomendations for Hair Loss Treatment :

As hair fall is considered a problem of pitta dosha , you need to identify the bad eating habits that are contributing to the increase of pitta in your body.

Pitta is increased by excessive intake of tea, coffee, alcohol, meats and excessive smoking. Pitta is also aggravated by eating too much fried, oily, greasy, spicy, sour, and acidic foods.

Useful Dietary Tips:

-- Aloe vera: Take 1/3rd cup of aloe vera juice. Instead of this, you can also take 1 tbsp of aloe vera gel with a pinch of cumin thrice a day for 3 months for hair fall control.

 Drink fresh juices of carrot, alfalfa, lettuce and spinach for aiding in hair growth.

-- Sesame seeds: A spoonful of white sesame seeds each morning can be a great source of magnesium and calcium. They are very effective hair loss checkers.

-- Yoghurt: Consuming yoghurt everyday reduces hair fall to a large extent. It is a trusted remedy for hair related problems.

-- Green leafy vegetables and fruits: No one can underestimate vegetables and fruits for preserving hair fall, as they are rich in fiber which are an excellent in preventing hair fall.

-- Vitamin C, vitamin B-complex, zinc, sulphur and some important fatty acids are very important to make the roots of your hair strong. You can find these nutrients in sprouts, yeast, buttermilk, nuts, milk, soy beans and whole grains. Include these in your diet and you can expect to reduce your hair fall in a few months.

-- Drink plenty of water. You do need to flush out the toxins that have accumulated in your body and drinking water is the best of doing it.

-- Alcoholic drinks have animosity with good hair so you should better avoid it.

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Ayurvedic Herbs recommended for Hair Loss Treatment:

Bhringaraaja: known as king of the hair, promotes hair growth on the head and effectively stops and reverses balding and premature graying. It helps to calm the mind promoting sound sleep. Bhringaraaja (Eclipta prostrata) is taken internally and used externally as Bhringraj oil and is an excellent rejuvenator

Brahmi: This hair pack is available in most Indian grocery stores and used with curd is an excellent hair pack.

Amla: Indian gooseberry is packed with Vitamin C and thus loaded with antioxidants. In powdered form it can be mixed with henna, brahmi powders along with curd to make a great hair pack.

Neem: This is a natural remedy against dandruff and lice and also has blood purifying abilities. Use in powdered form with coconut oil or curd to massage scalp.

Ritha: These are natural soap nuts that are used for cleaning hair without stripping off the natural oils. Use in powdered form to massage scalp and wash off thoroughly.

Ashwagandha: weakened immune system is one of the fators for hair loss.Ashwagandha makes you feel energized and healthier. It stops stress, increases vigor and helps regrow lost hair.

Yoga and Meditation for Hair Loss Treatment:

Inverted asanas such as Sarvangasana that tend to reverse the gravity on the body are best suited for treatment of hair loss. They stimulate the flow of blood to the head. Make sure you pratice such asanas under the guidance of a yoga teacher. What you must additionally do is practice deep breathing exercises to control stress, anxiety and keep your mind balanced.

Even the Worst Cough can be stopped with in 5 -15 minutes.

To stop nighttime coughing in a child (or adult as we found out personally), put Vicks Vaporub generously on the bottom of the feet at bedtime, then cover with socks.
Even persistent, heavy, deep coughing will stop in about5 minutes and stay stopped for many, many hours of relief.

Works 100% of the time and is more effective in children than even very strong prescription cough medicines. In addition it is extremely soothing and comforting and they will sleep soundly. 

Magical Remedy for Cough, Cold and Flu .

In winters people and specially children suffers from cold, cough, flu and winter fevers. If you facing any of these try this easy home remedy and your cough, cold and flu will run and never come back.

Hand beat 1 organic chicken egg with 1 tablespoon of sugar in a cup so that sugar dissolves in egg. Now in pan boil 1 cup milk with half table spoon of turmeric powder in it as it gets boiled pour the milk into the cup with the egg and sugar solution, while adding the milk to the cup keep mixing the all the ingredients with a spoon. Now start to sip this egg and hot milk drink. Repeat this method for three days and your cough, cold and flu will vanish.

Get Rid of Grey Hairs with this Remedy!!!

1. Take 1 cup up of potato peels

2.Pour two cups of cold water into a pan
 and add the potato peels.

3.Bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for five minutes.

4.Take the  pan off the stove and let it cool completely.

5.Strain the liquid out and save the liquid

6.Use this as a hair rinse after shampooing your hair.

7.Shampoo as normal, rinse out the shampoo, then massage the potato peel water into the hair. Do not rinse it out.

8.Dry and style as normal.
So make it, try it and get rid of grey hair forever!