Hair & Hair Products - Beauty Questions Answered http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/categories/hair-hair-products/p2/feed.rss Thu, 23 May 13 02:05:20 -0400 Click here to visit the Beauty Brains blog. Hair & Hair Products - Beauty Questions Answered en-CA How to Care for Swimming Pool Hair http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2782/how-to-care-for-swimming-pool-hair Sun, 03 Jun 2012 02:01:29 -0400 LeftBrain 2782@/bbforum/discussions Pinkxxcutie ponders…Okay so the pool just opened up and its getting really hot outside, meaning another season of dry, frizzy, dehydrated hair! Ive been looking online for some solutions to help keep your hair hydrated while, and after swimming. Are there any good products or remedies to help keep your hair in mint condition all [...] Read more: How to Care for Swimming Pool Hair]]> Can Baking Soda Make Shampoo Work Better? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2768/can-baking-soda-make-shampoo-work-better Thu, 24 May 2012 02:01:49 -0400 LeftBrain 2768@/bbforum/discussions Bella begs to know…I recently read on Eco-Chick  and a couple of other places that adding a little baking soda to shampoo can help get rid of styling residue and other gunk in your hair. How does this work? Is it safe for hair? The Right Brain responds: Adding baking soda to shampoo is a [...] Read more: Can Baking Soda Make Shampoo Work Better?]]> Do Salon Products Use Better Quality Ingredients? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2726/do-salon-products-use-better-quality-ingredients Wed, 02 May 2012 02:01:41 -0400 LeftBrain 2726@/bbforum/discussions Reylena asks…Talking with my hairdresser she suggested that I use Oribe products which they sold at the salon. I told her that I was very well pleased switching off between my Aveeno and Garnier products, and asked her what was so special about this Oribe line of hair care that justified the price outside of [...] Read more: Do Salon Products Use Better Quality Ingredients?]]> Is Earthly Delights Shampoo Made With Wheat Germ Oil Soap? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2750/is-earthly-delights-shampoo-made-with-wheat-germ-oil-soap Sun, 13 May 2012 02:02:25 -0400 LeftBrain 2750@/bbforum/discussions Byjo asks…After reading rave reviews on a German hair board there are several topics on the subject of Earthly Delight shampoo, some questions spring to mind. The Right Brain responds: We did take a quick look at Earthly Delights shampoo but we found very little info online. Still, we’ll try to answer your questions as best [...] Read more: http://thebeautybrains.com/2012/05/13/is-earthly-delights-shampoo-made-with-wheat-germ-oil-soap/]]> Conditioners: coating in silicon vs moisturising http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2749/conditioners-coating-in-silicon-vs-moisturising Sun, 13 May 2012 17:15:30 -0400 Ally E. 2749@/bbforum/discussions ]]> Will Follicleanse Shampoo Clean My Scalp Better? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2744/will-follicleanse-shampoo-clean-my-scalp-better Wed, 09 May 2012 02:01:21 -0400 LeftBrain 2744@/bbforum/discussions Technochocolate asks…I’ve recently been interested in a shampoo called Follicleanse. It claims to thoroughly cleanse dry scalp and lift more oil than other shampoos. I don’t have dandruff, but I always have had some flaking off the scalp. The supposed active ingredients are Zinc PCA, fenugreek, panthenol, sage, and thyme. Will this make a significant [...] Read more: Will Follicleanse Shampoo Clean My Scalp Better?]]> Why Does L’Oreal Solar Sublime Spray Contain Hair-drying Alcohol? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2743/why-does-loreal-solar-sublime-spray-contain-hair-drying-alcohol Wed, 09 May 2012 02:01:35 -0400 LeftBrain 2743@/bbforum/discussions Marysiaczek asks… I never use any “special” hair cosmetics to protect them during exposure to the sun. Recently I was given L’Oreal Solar Sublime Spray. Before I start using any cosmetic I always do some research. There is not a lot of reviews of that product, but those that I have found were really good. [...] Read more: http://thebeautybrains.com/2012/05/10/why-does-loreal-solar-sublime-spray-contain-hair-drying-alcohol/]]> L’Oréal Majicontrast – Which Ingredient Lightens Colored Hair? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2734/loreal-majicontrast-which-ingredient-lightens-colored-hair Sat, 05 May 2012 02:01:50 -0400 LeftBrain 2734@/bbforum/discussions Fancyvi says…Normal haircolours can’t lighten up coloured hair, as peroxide brought the pigments together and can’t split them up afterwards. Which ingredient helps Majicontrast to do so? It’s obviously a haircolour and not like Magma a bleaching product. I already checked the ingredients and couldn’t find out how the product does it. The Right Brain [...] Read more: http://thebeautybrains.com/2012/05/05/loreal-majicontrast-which-ingredient-lightens-colored-hair/]]> Gray Away: In the Beauty Brains Bathroom http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2721/gray-away-in-the-beauty-brains-bathroom Mon, 30 Apr 2012 02:01:29 -0400 LeftBrain 2721@/bbforum/discussions We’ve blogged before about oxidative hair dyes, the kind  that provide a permanent color change (well, permanent until it grows out, anyway ).  But there’s always the problem of what to do after a few weeks when your roots start to grow out. Here’s a new product that bridges the gap until you’re ready to [...] Read more: Gray Away: In the Beauty Brains Bathroom]]> Will A Mild Shampoo Clean My Hair? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2717/will-a-mild-shampoo-clean-my-hair Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:01:42 -0400 LeftBrain 2717@/bbforum/discussions Al asks…Okay, so here’s my question: I look for strong enough surfactants for my hair, that means, I search something that would clean my hair sufficiently but at the same time, I want the damage from my surfactant to be the less possible. There comes cosurfactants, how they work? As far as I know, cocamidopropyl [...] Read more: Will A Mild Shampoo Clean My Hair?]]> How Does Ammonia Free Hair Color Work? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2708/how-does-ammonia-free-hair-color-work Mon, 23 Apr 2012 02:01:33 -0400 LeftBrain 2708@/bbforum/discussions Mariano Hairdresser asks…The big trend is ammonia free hair coloring with an advertisement for being environmental free, less “HARSH” chemicals, More “NATURAL” and organic, green fresh air, none toxic, etc. the marketing extend so much that it becomes scientifically misleading to the general public and hairdressers off course whom believe anything the brands say and [...] Read more: how-does-ammonia-free-hair-color-work]]> Fresh Dog Dry Shampoo Powder – In The Beauty Brains Bathroom http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2707/fresh-dog-dry-shampoo-powder-in-the-beauty-brains-bathroom Sun, 22 Apr 2012 02:01:57 -0400 LeftBrain 2707@/bbforum/discussions It’s funny how ideas come together: The Beauty Brains have blogged about the top dry shampoos for years. And the Left Brain and I have joked on several occasions about creating a blog about to talk about all the cosmetics products for pets. Well, now there’s a new product that combines both those ideas: Fresh [...] Read more: Fresh Dog Dry Shampoo Powder – In The Beauty Brains Bathroom]]> Can I Dilute My Shampoo? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2704/can-i-dilute-my-shampoo Sat, 21 Apr 2012 02:01:36 -0400 LeftBrain 2704@/bbforum/discussions Missmonet must know…Do you have to wash your hair with SLS or sodium Laureth sulfate to get buildup of your hair? Is there a milder detergent…Also I dilute my shampoo because SLS is harsh with water 1 cup. I use a meduim amount that I would use for my hair. Do that make less effective [...] Read more: Can I Dilute My Shampoo?]]> Can I Turn My Shampoo Into A Perfume? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2695/can-i-turn-my-shampoo-into-a-perfume Tue, 17 Apr 2012 02:05:03 -0400 LeftBrain 2695@/bbforum/discussions Annette asks…Is it possible to discover the scents in a shampoo and turn it into a perfume? Or to turn a shampoo itself into a perfume? I’m crazy about the Matrix Biolage Hydrating Shampoo scent and want it all over me! The Right Brain responds: We’ve got good news and bad news for you Annette. [...] Read more: can-i-turn-my-shampoo-into-a-perfume]]> Does Xenna Curlaway Chemical Free Hair Relaxer Really Work? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2677/does-xenna-curlaway-chemical-free-hair-relaxer-really-work Wed, 11 Apr 2012 02:01:37 -0400 LeftBrain 2677@/bbforum/discussions Sidney says…Can your please review the product Curlaway Curl Relaxer by Xenna? It claims to use acetic acid to temporarily relax the hair. Is there truth to this product? The Right Brain’s relaxed response: I guess our answer depends on your definition of “relax.” Based on the chemistry of this product (yes, we know it’s [...] Read more: does-xenna-curlaway-chemical-free-hair-relaxer-really-work]]> how to get rid of dry scalp + product build-up? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2595/how-to-get-rid-of-dry-scalp-product-build-up Sun, 11 Mar 2012 21:37:13 -0400 busybee 2595@/bbforum/discussions Given that it has been winter (although, I know that it is Spring officially next week) my scalp has been really dry.  I also live in California and have to deal with hard-water - could this be causing dryness? How do I get rid of this (dry scalp)?  Additionally, I think that I also struggle with product build-up every once and a while.  I try switching up products for a few days, but are there any other solutions to help eliminate build up?

Thanks all!
]]> Why Is Sodium Hydroxide In My Conditioner? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2672/why-is-sodium-hydroxide-in-my-conditioner Mon, 09 Apr 2012 02:01:12 -0400 LeftBrain 2672@/bbforum/discussions Fitz is furious…Why is sodium hydroxide in my Herbal Essences conditioner? Will it take my hair out? YIKES!!! The Right Brain responds:  You can rest easy, Fitz. Herbal Essences won’t cause you to lose any hair (unless you’re pulling your hair out after trying to figure out all their overly cutesy names.) Sodium hydroxide is [...] Read more: why-is-sodium-hydroxide-in-my-conditioner]]> Regular conditioner as a leave in conditioner? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2638/regular-conditioner-as-a-leave-in-conditioner Mon, 26 Mar 2012 20:07:49 -0400 darkeyes 2638@/bbforum/discussions
Any recommendations or ingredients to look for? 

Thanks. 
]]> Shu Uemura. What makes their products work so well? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2657/shu-uemura.-what-makes-their-products-work-so-well Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:19:50 -0400 S 2657@/bbforum/discussions Is It Okay To Use Rinse Out Conditioner As A Leave On? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2660/is-it-okay-to-use-rinse-out-conditioner-as-a-leave-on Fri, 06 Apr 2012 02:01:44 -0400 LeftBrain 2660@/bbforum/discussions Dark Eyes asks…Is it ok to use a regular conditioner as a leave in conditioner? I have long, thick wavy hair that needs to be weighed down. Any recommendations or ingredients to look for? The Left Brain responds: Rinse off and leave-on products are formulated differently for a reason. Almost any oily material will provide [...] Read more: http://thebeautybrains.com/2012/04/06/is-it-okay-to-use-rinse-out-conditioner-as-a-leave-on/]]> Thick hair and fragrance from shampoo/conditioner http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2650/thick-hair-and-fragrance-from-shampooconditioner Sat, 31 Mar 2012 14:22:45 -0400 darkeyes 2650@/bbforum/discussions
Does thick hair not take fragrance well from a shampoo and conditioner? My hair is very thick and there's never a lingering nice smell from the shampoo or conditioner I am using. 

Does anyone know of very fragrant shampoos/conditioners that might work for me? I want my hair to smell delicious!

Thanks
]]> Is Bumble and bumble at home Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment safe?? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2471/is-bumble-and-bumble-at-home-concen-straight-smoothing-treatment-safe Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:47:08 -0500 angel19i 2471@/bbforum/discussions straightening it every once in a while. but just blow drying & flat
ironing only last a few days before my hair poofs up & according to
your post here http://thebeautybrains.com/2011/07/06/is-organix-brazilian-keratin-therapy-a-safe-way-to-straighten-hair/ 
other methods rearrange the bonds in your hair & aren't that safe,
And the Bumble and bumble Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment doesn't
have any of the ingredients listed on the post so what i want to know is
it safe for a temporary way to straighten my hair? & will my hair
return to normal after the treatment wears off?]]> Depilatory or Bleach: Which is Better For Hair Removal? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2656/depilatory-or-bleach-which-is-better-for-hair-removal Tue, 03 Apr 2012 02:01:57 -0400 LeftBrain 2656@/bbforum/discussions Vick asks…Bleach or depilatory – which lasts longer or is less toxic for facial hair? The Right Brain responds: Vick, I’m not sure what you mean when you say “less toxic” for hair. If you mean “toxic” in the sense of “poisonous” then you don’t need to worry about it because neither product will be [...] Read more: http://thebeautybrains.com/2012/04/03/depilatory-or-bleach-which-is-better-for-hair-removal/]]> Is The Remington Wet 2 Straight Iron Good For Hair? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2648/is-the-remington-wet-2-straight-iron-good-for-hair Sat, 31 Mar 2012 02:01:59 -0400 LeftBrain 2648@/bbforum/discussions Bluecatbaby  asks…Last year I bought a Remington Wet 2 Straight iron. It is marketed as an iron that can be used on wet hair without causing the damage that other irons cause when used on wet hair. I actually have hardly used it because I am skeptical of its claims and I hate damaging my [...] Read more: is-the-remington-wet-2-straight-iron-good-for-hair]]> Is It Okay To Use Soap On Hair? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2644/is-it-okay-to-use-soap-on-hair Thu, 29 Mar 2012 02:05:55 -0400 LeftBrain 2644@/bbforum/discussions Bunny Lake asks…Chagrin Valley Shampoo Bars are really popular with a lot of the people on the Long Hair Community, and I’ve been trying some sample bars out myself. I love some, but others give me that waxy feeling. I have soft water where I live, also. Is Chagrin Valley Soap the kind of “soap” [...] Read more: is-it-okay-to-use-soap-on-hair]]> Does Mira Oil Really Grow Hair? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2639/does-mira-oil-really-grow-hair Tue, 27 Mar 2012 02:12:05 -0400 LeftBrain 2639@/bbforum/discussions Fitz asks…Is mira hair oil really worth a try? The Right Brain responds: Before we answer your question, we have a question of our own: What the heck is mira oil?? What is mira oil? It turns out that this oil has been used in India for centuries. Apparently it’s a blend of several natural [...] Read more: does-mira-oil-really-grow-hair]]> Marc Anthony Dream Waves: In The Beauty Brains Bathroom http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2640/marc-anthony-dream-waves-in-the-beauty-brains-bathroom Tue, 27 Mar 2012 01:05:51 -0400 LeftBrain 2640@/bbforum/discussions Today we’re reviewing Dream Waves, Marc Anthony’s summery sulfate-free entry into the market.  Doesn’t it seem like EVERYTHING is going  sulfate free? And when that happens how will we tell these products apart? They’ll have to develop some kind of retronym to differentiate between the “old” sulfate free shampoo and the future shampoos that will [...] Read more: marc-anthony-dream-waves-in-the-beauty-brains-bathroom]]> How Can I Tell If My Shampoo Is Really All Natural? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2631/how-can-i-tell-if-my-shampoo-is-really-all-natural Sat, 24 Mar 2012 02:01:58 -0400 LeftBrain 2631@/bbforum/discussions Uma asks…I actually bought a Rustic Art shampoo that claims to be all natural , does not test on animals , is pH balanced, no sulphates, great for the environment and all those good things. I was skeptical as I thought since its so good it wont lather and might just clean my hair and [...] Read more: how-can-i-tell-if-my-shampoo-is-really-all-natural]]> Komenuka Bijin All Natural Shampoo: Look At The Label http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2625/komenuka-bijin-all-natural-shampoo-look-at-the-label Wed, 21 Mar 2012 02:01:45 -0400 LeftBrain 2625@/bbforum/discussions A look at a top-selling natural shampoo on Amazon.com…  This product costs $32 for 11 ounces it claims to be all natural and good at preventing dandruff. Is it worthwhile? Let’s take a look at the label. Komenuka Bijin All Natural Moisturizing Shampoo Ingredients Water As always, water is the main solvent in shampoo. Coconut [...] Read more: komenuka-bijin-all-natural-shampoo-look-at-the-label]]> Moroccan Oil Hair Treatment: Look At The Label http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2614/moroccan-oil-hair-treatment-look-at-the-label Sat, 17 Mar 2012 02:01:14 -0400 LeftBrain 2614@/bbforum/discussions Another look at a top selling Amazon.com beauty product… Moroccan Oil Hair Treatment has been in the top 100 Amazon.com beauty products for almost two years! (It’s currently ranked as the 17th best seller.) It’s obvious that people really love this product; let’s look at the label to see exactly what it is they like [...] Read more: http://thebeautybrains.com/2012/03/17/moroccan-oil-hair-treatment-look-at-the-label/]]>