Ask the Hair Doctor 6-2-11
Click "show more" to jump to specific questions!! Lisa Akbari begins her new series: Ask the Hair Doctor! Submit your questions on the following link: www.lisaakbari.com 0:28 i need help with my hair!!! It is breaking off or shedding not sure which!!! It just doesnt seem to grow! 2:36 Are the single strand knots due the shedding and layering of natural hair? I tend to get these knots often. They are not big knots. They tend to be very tiny. You can barely see them. I get my hair trimmed often bc of them causing me to not retain length. What should I do? 4:48 What does an itchy scalp mean? 6:05 Can you please compare the benefits of deep conditioning using a hooded dryer (with a plastic cap) vs. a hair steamer (w/oa plastic cap). 7:24 what would you recommend for my two daughters that have different hair textures? One has thick hair and the other has thin hair. I keep their hair in braids but I worry about their hair being too dry after a few days. 9:27 Dr. Lisa, quick question, you say to try and stay away from silicones, what do you recommend we use to protect our hair when blow drying or flat ironing as most heat protectants contain silicones. 11:20 clarifying shampoos? 12:53 I'd like to know what you should do if you notice your hair is thinning. A friend of mine has been chemically treating her hair with a relaxer. She is in her early fifties (not sure if age plays a role). She uses three conditioners on her shoulder length hair. I told her her excessive conditioning ...
Ask the Hair Doctor June 24, 2011 allotment II
Click "show more" to jump to specific questions!! Lisa Akbari begins her new series: Ask the Hair Doctor! Submit your questions on the following link: www.lisaakbari.com Ask the Hair Doctor: June 24, 2011 part II 0:17 Hey there 1. I wanted to ask about protein. I read that we should be looking for hydrolyzed proteins in our products because these molecules are small enough to fit in the gaps in the hair strand. Is this true? 2. 0:57 Also, Is there a particular type of protein we should be looking for? 3. 1:09 Also, I have very porous hair and thought because of this I will need a lot of protein. Is this a theory I should be working with? 4. 1:59 When I used the GPB Glycogen Protein Conditioner (by Aubrey Organics) my hair seemed to get really dry and I was told it was a protein overload. Other then shine, should my hair be doing any more to show me that it protein/moisture balanced? Thank you :) 5. 3:19 sorry I have another question about regiments. At the moment I am detangling my hair and twisting it up before I shampoo and deep condition - is this ok or should my hair be loose to ensure that every strand can soak up the shampoo and conditioner? 6. 7:01 Also I alternate conditioners each week. For example one week I'll Repair Deep Conditioner and the following week a moisturizing deep conditioner. I have been doing this as I dont want to get a protein overload - do you think this is ok? Thanks again :) 8:16 Is castor oil a good oil to use on the hair? 9:20 I see your ...
Ask your doctor hair Allocation June 21, 2011 III
Click "more" to skip specific questions! Lisa Akbari has started its new series: Ask Dr. hair! Post your questions on the following link: Questions www.lisaakbari.com Hair Doctor: June 22, 2011, Part III, which are 1:25 to change shampoos and conditioners or alternative British Columbia, the hair, which means no more efficient? 3:32 My scalp is very dry. I washed my hair and scalp very very clean and came back two hours after the itchy scalp. The back of the scalpnear the neck is very painful. Finally I put some peroxide on the scalp, in an attempt to relieve the itching. Suggestions? With 7:00 in the first place, I thank you for your book. Why are there so many barber in my neighborhood, they know they do not know much, if any, natural hair blacks. 8.27 1. How often should I use a conditioner on your hair? Daily, weekly, if it is dry, etc.? 2. 09.44 The product is used as a natural moisturizer for the plot? I thought, but I want to knowspecific. 3. Unlike rotary 10.16 or braids, what can be done to natural hair in evening dress? Thank you in advance and we continue to educate. 12:13 Dr. Akbari, thanks for your knowledge with us. I have natural hair and I want bright colors into small pieces 2 or 3 sessions instead of the double handling of the past. How long after my first job I have a different color? I want to go to color every 2-3 weeks is too soon? 03:08 If a regular cleaning...
Psoriasis Scalp Treatment - The Best Way to Keep Your Doctor Away
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Scalp psoriasis is a quite common skin disorder that presents itself as spots or scabs on the scalp. Initially the spots may be very minute and are often confused with dandruff. Due to lack of treatment, sores and spots expand and can hinder the growth of new hair. In most cases can cause thinning or lasting loss in affected areas. Psoriasis scalp treatment includes repairing injured tissue that leads to itchy and flaking and protect against outbreaks, localized inflammation and hair loss.
Psoriasis of the scalp is not infectious so there's no need to fret about exceeding it from one individual to another. It is supposed to be inherited so you may be at greater risk if someone in your family has it.
There are various psoriasis scalp treatment options available other than prescription medications that can reduce the severity of the symptoms and recover tissue health. It can be treated with natural herbal remedies, home remedies and dietary modifications. A general treatment for more severe cases is exposure to sun light. You can also use a fiber optic brush to focus sun light on the influenced area.
Creams and shampoos that are particularly prepared to battle scalp psoriasis are most effective and convenient way to treat it. The most effective have been exposed to include ingredients such as Vitamin E concentrate, Emu Oil and Mint. These all are anti-inflammatory as well as anti-bacterial and act together to calm the inflammation and alleviate itchiness.
Diet can also affect the severity of your symptoms. It is considered that eating foods high in omega-3 fatty acids can efficiently reduce the severity of the symptoms. Also, a diet rich in antioxidants is beneficial to the scalp health.
Above herbal remedies and dietary modifications are entirely safe and extremely effective to psoriasis scalp treatment.