Hair Aerobics
Can you imagine an existence with out hair on the head? The crowning glory gone! Would you be happy with that? For most of us, this is virtually impossible to even think of. It is a painful vision that we would never want to see translated. For that reason, the world is still enamoured with healthy and shining hair. Apart from functional uses that nature has assigned to our hair, now, it is also a fashion statement sampling different styles in existence.
The hair types of all of us differ and fall into some broad categories. These are what are normally called ethnic hair. As examples, there are in existence Caucasian, African American, Latino, Middle Eastern and Asian hair types. Depending on the hair type, hair needs to be taken care of differently. This is especially true if alternative treatments involving beauty products and beauty clinics are employed. Several factors determine how healthy the hair is. The stress levels, the care given, genetics, diseases are some of the factors in how hair types are affected. In fact, hair loss may be dictated by these factors among others not listed here. The ethnic hair type, which is essentially genetics in action, also has a major say in ethnic hair loss. For example, male pattern baldness may be more prevalent in some ethnic groups than others depending on genetic factors, health of the hair and care provided.
As a result, ethnic hair loss has assumed prominence in the recent past and studies are now being recorded in this area to understand the effect on hair of several of these factors. The idea is that if you understand the specific ethnic hair type better, then you would be able to deal with ethnic hair loss more effectively. There is of course truth in this reasoning.
CFor example, Asian ethnic hair type is considered to be stronger than the African hair type. The Asian hair type is usually straight with a slight wave sometimes and can be grown very long. It tends itself easier to razor cuts because of its texture though it requires stronger styling products due to the strength of the hair. African hair, on the other hand, has a tendency to tangle easily and has more potential for damage due to its twisted hair shaft. Now understanding these specifics on different ethnic hair types can lead to stronger research on ethnic hair loss resulting in better hair care products.
There are some simple tips whatever your hair type may be to ensure better care and lesser ethnic hair loss. These include washing you hair regularly with organic shampoos, combing it everyday, massaging or scrubbing softly rather than vigorously, untangling hair gently, refraining from excessive usage of hair dryers, tying your hair loosely, minimising chemical hair care products, maintaining a good and healthy diet, minimising stress levels and drinking lots of water. Taking care of your hair using simple but effective methods will ensure that you retain your crowning glory and minimise ethnic hair loss.
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