FYI: I'm not saying that all frizz near the root is breakage! What I'm referring to is what you see on Kim K in the thumbnail of this video. Lots of short broken pieces that at first glance look like frizz. You'll commonly see this on people with over-processed hair because their hair is already extra fragile. So using styling tools can make their hair snap easily. Some hair types are definitely just prone to frizz at the root and small hairs at the root could also be new growth- but that's a different convo 😊
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Hey Abbey ! my hairdresser tells me that you should never use coconut oil on bleached hair. I'm afraid to use ogx oil because I bleach my hair every 4 months. can you help me ?
I am glad you have mentioned that it is potentially new growth. I've not processed my hair in well over ten years and I also dealt with telogen effluvium a few years ago in the midst of a nexus of stressful events. It's been a long process but I have a lot of these short hairs at varying lengths but my hair journey is legit and intentional. I am certain that it is new growth. I try to remember to take photos of the progression and it shows in my photos.
Please could you do a haircare routine for those of us who have to wash our hair daily? There is a lack of information and guidance on this online as most people advise against washing daily and you are one of the few that have said it is ok to wash daily if that is what your scalp needs. Thanks so much!! ♥️♥️♥️
Thank you Abbey! I’ve been binge rewatching all your haircare videos and am trying to incorporate everything you’ve said into a daily wash routine so that would be amazing ♥️
I have to wash daily one week before and during my period. Sometimes I still do, but then, every other day. I've been looking for online advice for 10 years now, and the only thing helping is to just wash it... I will try chasteberry for hormone regulation soon tho, maybe it will help
I'd recommend looking for that information from someone with curly hair. Straight-haired people rarely suffer from issues with that, or even know about it
It's down to how it feels, there is a few detailed videos on the glamfam channel. Some products build up on hair and need clarifying, so there is a cycle you follow. Rotating products and observing results 🧐
I have been doing hair for 15 years. To add to the “frizz” discussion: it could also be new growth. I’ve seen many times people who are dealing with this, and I ask them if they went through a period of intense shedding 6months to a year prior. Often the answer is yes. They had a baby, they had surgery or an illness or intense stress. Many different things can cause us to shed excess hair, and then once we are healthy and able it (hopefully) regrows. That can look/ act like frizz because it’s a lot of hair that isn’t the same length as the rest of the hair.
Yes!! After my emergency total hysterectomy at 53, I was fine. I was fine, I was fine. 3 months post operation, I was NOT fine. My hair was falling out in clumps. I habe very fine, thin grey hair. My pink scalp was much more noticeable. I went to my OBGYN and got on hormone replacement therapy. She told me, my hair loss was normal after a stressful situation. I said, I wasn't stressed, I was fine with the surgery, I'm much happier without the pain, cramping, bleeding, etc. She said, no, the surgery was stressful on the body, not mentally for me, but physically. Two years later, my hair is now back to it's normal, still thin but actually has a little more density. I believe it's because of balanced hormones! Thank you so much for all your help over the years!! I appreciate your knowledge more than you know!! Thank you again and many blessings!!!💖💖💖
Can i ask you about your hysterectomy I have fibroid tumors my bladder has dropped a lot my hair was falling out before it's starting to do better now but there going to have to do the incision where I had my C-section they can't go in with the small incisions robotic because they're going to have to take everything out and the doctor explained it'd be better that way just dreading it im 52 yrs old
The hair loss is extremely common after anesthesia. Some common theories are that less nutrients go towards growing hair because your body makes the surgical wounds priority. Others point to oxygen drops and cell division. Totally normal! Glad you’re doing better!
Love this video. Would you consider doing a video on post menopausal hair and/or naturally grey hair? I am sure that many of us would appreciate your insight. It gets tricky with minoxidil use, regrowth, dry hair, yellowing from hair oils, lack of shine, knowing when to use bond repair treatments, too much protein, not enough protein...for hair that is so inherently different.
I’m glad you mention Biotin. As someone with a thyroid imbalance, it’s very common to lose lots of hair because of it. I’m hyperthyroid so my shed and growth cycle is sped up resulting in lots of shedding but also a lot of new growth which looks like frizz at my crown. Many people with thyroid issues take Biotin thinking it will help from losing the hair…the danger is taking Biotin 3-4 days before a thyroid test can give false testing results. Most people with a thyroid condition don’t need Biotin, they need to get their thyroid numbers dialed in (which is it’s own monster)
Oh my goodness I had thyroid cancer and had it completely removed and I have never heard this! Thank you so much! I will stop taking my biotin the week before testing from now on
I agree but unless you have curly hair ( even then all of the regrowth is not at the hair parting on the top of your head) your new growth will be healthy and settle when it’s a longer than an inch. Breakage looks more like the pictures she showed.
I think it’s sooo important to consider climate when talking about skin and I wish I was researched more. I live in a mountainous dry climate, but grew up in a humid environment and my skin changes significantly in both.
As a former swimmer, even if you don’t have an oil or something, wet your hair with normal water from the water fountain or those outdoor showers. Keep it from absorbing chlorinated water and add a bit of conditioner (just a little) before jumping in
Itchy/flaky scalp problem is very complicated in my opinion. I’ve tried many shampoos for sebum control, dandruff, calming shampoos, clarifying and so on, non of them helped. But then i’ve tried a more nourishing shampoo that ir more milky in color than clear, and also without sls. Helped instantly, and did not had to wash my hair this often too. Also gentle scalp scrub once or twise a month helped me aswell to go longer between washes :)
@@janjay3319 Honestly I am still experimenting 😁 I’ve tried The Rituals- Rituals of Hammam shampoo (really liked it, but not every Rituals store has this line tho), and also The Rituals scalp scrub was amaziing on my hair (highly recommend! It also foams like a shampoo). Other one i want to try is the Davines Nourishing shampoo (yellow line), it claims to be for dry, dehydrated scalp and damaged hair (which sounds exactly what i’m looking for). I have also tried Maui nourish & moisture shampoo (blue one), and it was not bad but it definitely felt weird washing my hair because the shampoo is very thick, but in my opinion if you have the money you could try their line since it is not that expensive (where i am from at least). And my last recommendation would be Oro Del Marocco Nourishing shampoo and conditioner, this duo made my hair feel so lightweight and bouncy while still being nourished, especially if you have fine hair and low to medium porosity you might love it since the conditioner detangles very nicely but also is very lightweight!
@@janjay3319I’ve just replied but the comment vanished for me, so just in case i’ll write again 😅 1) The Rituals - rituals of hammam shampoo; 2) The Rituals scalp scrub - highly recommend! Foams like a shampoo too, and gets me longer between washes; 3) Davines - Nourishing shampoo (yellow line) - haven’t tried this but it claims to be for dry and dehydrated scalp and damaged hair, so i look very forward on trying this! 4) Maui - Nourish&moisture (blue one) - currently trying this one out and honestly it definitely feels weird when washing because the shampoo is veery thick so i don’t know if i recommend this one but it was very cheap from where i came from and so far did not notice anything very noticably bad so 50/50; 5) Oro Del Marocco - Nourishing shampoo and conditioner - this duo made my hair feel so clean, bouncy, lightweight and nourished! The conditioner ir very light but detangles very well, that’s why i think it works great with the shampoo. Perfect if you have fine hair low to medium porosity!
I needed to hear all of this. Thank you Abbey, your my hair angel. 😊💘 I was losing so much hair that my husband remarked while cleaning the drain. For me, after using the bond treatment literally instantly it stopped. Then when I picked up the L'Oréal Clarifying it just clicked 💡. It started 9 yrs ago when I moved into my first (and only) home. We have hard water. Very hard. So that shampoo, plus taking my time to cleanse my scalp has had a miraculous effect. I barely shed at all and it's been 3 weeks now. Just wanna sincerely extend my thanks for sharing your knowledge. I honestly was afraid I was going to go bald, but I can tell I am on the right track now of what my scalp needs to be healthy. Ty! ❤
Vegamour has been a game changer for me. I got it for my mom too and it helped her a lot too. Hair loss is devastating. I will pay whatever to always have this product
I have hashimotos low ferritin low vitamin D low vitamin B12 perimenopause liver problems all of these things can cause hair loss, hair breakage and dry, unhealthy hair
I'd love to hear your take on "no poo"/"historical" hair cleansing methods! Did women used to have an easier time growing their hair super long? I would think some of the things that I hear about (and have tried a few) would create scalp issues and breakage, but idk.
Thank you for mentioning Covid as a causative factor for shedding!! That said, could you please make a video specifically targeting people with thinning hair from long covid or other medical conditions that cause hair loss? There are lots of us!! Maybe you could recommend appropriate hair care products & explain how we can style our hair without damaging it/making it fall out? I appreciate your dedication to evidence-based science very much 😊
Thanks a lot. I took your recommendation. I used Dove intense duo, my hair feels soft after ages. It’s better than Kerastase to take away frizziness. Drugstore are better 👍
Before rinsing, add water to hair and massage it into a light creamy lotion or light creamy foam and rinse with very warm water before your final cool rinse. This helps the emulsifiers in the conditioner remove excess from the surface.
could you make a video about what hair products you would travel with? I know there are a lot of people who travel bc of vacation in the summer, and I think a video about the most important products to bring would be super helpful!
I am 60 and have long hair. I find if I wet my hair and put it up/braid it, then rinse again after swim it tangles less. Hair can only absorb so much water. So if it's wet before entering it pulls less pool water.
Ps, you can use a conditioner or an oil. Please do it at least an hour or so before going into the water because the oil freshly applied to hair will immediately come off and float in the pool, and if everyone does this the water will get an oily film floating on to and will cause build up on the sides of the pool and filtration system. Not enough for you to really worry about but as a pool employee, I can tell and i get to clean it. But if you allow the product to absorb in you hair for a while before hand: It will help your hair be protected from the chemicals in the pool and the sides of the pool won't get so much build up. Also, same applies for sunscreen. It needs time to absorb into your skin 10 or so minutes. Otherwise, you are just rinsing it off.
Yes , I use to use the shower before getting in the pool then adding a heavy conditioner then pull it up and braid it, kept the damage away, we were always at the pool when I was younger and I have fine hair that would get tangled and break easily.
Usually when the ends of my hair are really sticky it’s build-up from leave-in products, and I just solve that by squeezing excess shampoo from my roots all the way down to my ends and very gently massaging it the next time I wash it. I use a super gentle shampoo for this. I’ve never found that applying too much conditioner (or even a mask) can do that, if it’s a rinse-out product, and I have very low-porosity hair. About your second point: I don’t think your advice is wrong necessarily, but sometimes I wish you addressed the fact that people with very sensitive skin or allergies may not be able to use those sulphate shampoos etc., sometimes because of the sulphates themselves, sometimes because those shampoos typically contain other irritants and allergens, such as fragrances, and the same can be said of the conditioning products from those same brands. I also want to say that silicones don’t work for everyone. My experience has been the exact opposite of yours, I used to use silicones and my hair started feeling dry and brittle and actually breaking off at the ends. I remembered that when I had really damaged hair (from bleach) in high school I used to use ‘all natural’ products with incredible results. I have recently switched back to those kinds of products and seen a huge improvement (I did also chop off almost 3 inches of dry, damaged ends). 🤷♀️ For people who might have a similar hair type and skin concerns, I want to recommend this ingredient: coco-caprylate. Look for it in serums and oils especially. It’s an ester derived from coconut oil and it’s a very good ‘natural’ alternative to silicones, as well as to coconut oil, if you find that it’s too heavy on your hair and/or can clog your pores. You can also buy it pure if you like to make your own hair oil by mixing different oils together, and add it to your mixture. It’s really good if you want to create an oil-based serum to apply on dry hair that won’t make it look greasy or weigh it down too much. You can use it pure, by itself, as a serum as well. I’ve never tried that, but if you find that all oils, no matter how little you apply, make your hair somewhat greasy this might be a good alternative. Also, the best oil that I’ve found for hair that can’t usually absorb pure oils very well is Camellia oil, if you want something that can be applied to dry hair without making it greasy. I literally use one to two drops and apply it to the ends and lengths of my hair, focusing on the tips and working my way up. I brush it through with a boar-bristle brush and I don’t find that my hair is greasy at all, just shiny and conditioned. I still use other oils, like Argan and sweet Almond oil, at night, so that’s another tip for low-porosity hair: apply your oils at night (still, only use a couple drops, as described above) so that they have time to absorb. Usually when I do this my hair isn’t greasy in the morning, there is no visible residue from the oils. I do it every night, as it also helps protect my hair from friction etc. If that still doesn’t work for you but you want the benefits from those oils you can try looking for/making a coco-caprylate based serum as I mentioned above, or just using them as a pre-shower treatment, which will help protect the ends and lengths of your hair when you wash it. Be careful though, still only use a few drops, you don’t want to create build-up! That can lead to the sticky hair issue mentioned at the beginning of the video.
Thank you this is very helpful! I had really severe scalp psoriasis (controlled by medicine injections now) and I still have to be careful with my scalp or I’ll be sooo itchy. SLS and other primarily strong surfactant shampoos dry out my scalp just way too much. Silicones don’t work for me either, especially dimethicone. It’s so heavy on my hair and makes my curl pattern appear looser too. I’ve tried to go back to silicones and it just doesn’t work for me.
Thank you so much for taking me out of this « natural products, sulfate free, silicone free » pipeline cause in only a month or so my hair has never looked better. Thank youuu 🥰
Great tips, on biotin. If you have conditions that cause hair fallout. Hormone issues, pcos etc. Biotin helps. For me, if I ran my fingers through my hair, lots of hair came out. After s few months of taking biotin "b complex" my hair isn't falling out, and now baby hairs are filling in the bald spots.
I second this! I’ve taken biotin the last month for hair growth due to losing a massive amount of hair to B12 and folate deficiency. My bald spots are noticeably better and they weren’t getting better before the biotin.
The idea of a hair blower brush is great but unfortunately it causes a lot of breakage especially when you have fine hair. So I put mine away and I got another hair dryer.
@lorimoore5589 for me I do have very wavy hair. I usually blow dry with a round brush and sometimes I'll use a flat iron afterwards if I want more of a pin straight look.
Ugh! I thought it was just me doing something wrong. I have very fine, type 1/2A hair(very straight when below the bra strap length and slightly wavy with a layered hair cut/ above the bra strap length). I used the blow out brush and got major breakage from one usage, even with leave in conditioner and heat protection. The only way I don't see breakage when styling is letting my hair air dry 75%+ and then round brush/blow dryer on low. Takes FOREVER with my length now(at the middle of my butt but I'm only 5'2").
Hi Abbey, regarding Biotin supplements (as in the oral tablets), what a lot of people don't know is that they can throw-off your thyroid function and lead to an over-active thyroid. So, as you correctly pointed out, you really need to be advised by your GP to take biotin orally. This happened to me recently, I had been taking biotin supplements daily for about 2 months and when I got my regular bloods done my results came back indicating an overactive thyroid. My clever GP - guessing that I, like many peri-menopausal women, might be taking biotin to help with hair loss - asked me if I had been taken biotin supplements and immediately told me to stop. She said I would be better off taking iron (as my ferritin levels were low) in addition to vitamin D (in Ireland we are all chronically low in Vit D as the sun NEVER visits us!). I am about 2 months in and already my hair/skin feel and look healthier AND my anxiety/mood has improved dramatically. So just a quick side-note for everyone (not just peri-menopausal women!!). xxx
Biotin doesn't actually affect your thyroid, but it does interfere with the results of thyroid tests (the markers they use) - so your doctor can improperly adjust your medication, which would definitely affect your hair (and everything else) (edited for clarification)
Regarding scalp itching, I also get that from products that contain ingredients I’m sensitive to like sodium chloride, anything comedogenic and coconut oil. I have a dry scalp but immediately get itchy and also break out on my scalp and face when I use these products. Unfortunately almost every drugstore conditioner has sodium chloride in it so I’m struggling to find a budget friendly conditioner I’m not allergic to but also makes my hair soft.
You’ve helped me heal my hair. I use many of your tips. I now scrutinize ingredients. I started dealing with androgenic alopecia a couple of years ago. Minoxidil helped, but wouldn’t get me back to a good place. Menopause is a bitch. Finally went to a derm and got topical combo of monoxidil/finesteride and a separate topical of Spiralactone. So much going on now! In 6 more months I know my hair will be in a much better place. In 6 months down, I have so much growth and it’s getting long. But, I have to use one in the am and one in the pm. So now I have to wash every other day. Using the ogx coconut oil prior to shampoo and using k18 and good conditioners have helped make my hair so soft, and keep my new growth healthy.
@@joannew6697 no it’s topical. It’s compounded by a pharmacy and I use it in the am and Minoxidil/finasteride at night. I have to wash my hair every other day because both are very oily. They also smell like marajuana!!! I had to tell my coworkers since we work so closely at times (vet office) and it smells like I’m sparking up!!!
I absolutely am so happy to be alive during this time to see you help the world of hair care 💖🦋💫 you may not have some brand name or celebrity, but you are GENUINELY helping the future of hair care. You are helping THESE few generations now and they will pass on this knowledge 🎉 You're a legend in that way 🦋💫🌞 Bless you for being you 💞
I love when you talk about scalp health ✨ I think we have a lot of content/knowledge on taking care of our strands but often times the scalp is neglected! It'd be interesting to know about what you think about popular methods like scalp oiling or microneedling (as I've seen some claming it is a "miracle" hair growth method for both men and women with bald spots or for someone who wants to increase the general health of their scalp)
Hi! I am a swimmer and I would love a hair care routine that helps protect my hair from chlorine. I have tried a lot of different products but I don’t really know the science behind it.
For those with naturally wavy hair: I alternate between gentle shampoos and once a week or every two weeks a sulfate shampoo and this works well for my wavy (2B, low porosity, somewhat fine) hair. The only ingredient I avoid at this point is the accumulating type of silicone - dimethicone (this really is not good for my wavy hair). So I follow Abbey's recommendations and leave out what I know does not work for my hair. what I still haven't figured out is that my hair really does not seem to like blowdryers, it almost looses the waves if I blow dry and becomes very very dry, but becomes almost curly when left to air dry and looks much better - now this has some obvious issues interfering with lifestyle and etc. btw when it comes to "natural hair care" - conditioners containing shea butter are too heavy for my hair for example.
The scalp flaking point was so true. I spent far too long trying to ‘train’ my scalp to be less oily and my oh my the flakes were bad. I’ve transitioned to washing my hair 2-3 times a week and it’s never felt better, more healthy and no more flakes
Hi Abbey - swimming with chemicals on hair while in the ocean is not reef or animal safe. Do you have any suggestions that would be more eco friendly to protect hair in the ocean that would not cause harm to the eco system?
I will say this too about a dry flakey scalp… sometimes it’s ingredient sensitivity or allergies! I’m one of the lucky folks actually allergic to SLS & it took me sooooo long to figure it out. In soaps it made me dry and itchy, I’d even get a rash around my mouth with some toothpastes (yes it’s in tons)… so sometimes switching to a gentle shampoo (I double cleanse) can help narrow down ingredients that are better tolerated.
To add more possible confusion but solutions to the mix, another reason for itchy scalp is dietary. Many many MANY people range from intolerant to allergic to things they consume daily. If you do it long enough you may not even realize diet is the issue. And unless you do an elimination diet, you’re not likely to figure out the culprit. That said, common aggravators: egg whites, coffee, grains (oat, wheat, rye, rice, etc.), raw vegetables (cooked less likely to trigger), et cetera. If you regularly get flashes of hives or intermittent itchy scalp, pretty strong indicator of dietary issue. Something to test. ❤❤
I have dry hair and scalp and I made the worst mistake of going sulfate free and silicone free. I also put coconut oil on my hair (not pre-poo). OMG my hair was straight up straw!!! I thought it was damage, turns out I just needed a good wash. I got rid of gentle sulfate/silicone free shampoos and only used coconut oil only as pre-poo on ends, magical soft hair! Dry doesn't mean not using a real cleansing shampoo!!
If you have what looks like frizz on the top of your head, it could actually be new hair growth. I suddenly got a ton of those on the top of my head once I started really diving into hair care. Plus I don’t have split ends so there’s no way it’s damage. If a bunch of those hairs come out of nowhere and the rest of your hair is healthy congrats its probably new growth
Okay I have a question about the breakage. I have that “frizz” looking breakage near my roots, but I rarely use any heat or styling. Like I use a blow dryer maybe 5-10 times a year. Haven’t colored or chemically treated it in over 10 years. I don’t sleep on wet hair. I do use a silk pillowcase. Any idea what it could be from if it’s not from heat/styling? PS. I love your videos and so appreciate your informative and super knowledgeable approach. Thank you so much for all the info! 🫶🏼
Are you able to recommend some fragrance free substitutions? I hate that everything has Parfum or fragrance, and there are so many of us that have sensitivities.
I wish I knew sooner that I have low porosity hair.. would save me so much time and money for products that are way too heavy for my hair, made it brittle and left me confused. Now I know to stay away from coconut oil and proteins and my hair has never been better. Tell it to 5 years ago me!
This is all super helpful! I would love to see you talk about shampoo bars… They seem to be all the rage right now. I tried one and ended up with that really dry but sticky and heavy hair so I went ahead and washed again with a salicylic acid, scalp treatment shampoo which is very clarifying! Problem solved. I am also one who tends to have truly dry scalp, and it is almost all over. I have noticed that some shampoos and conditioners will exasperate and I will feel itchy almost immediately after my hair dries. Other shampoo I can use and go days before I start To itch. Baby shampoo has actually been the best option for me so far. My face is very dry also and I need layers of a richer moisturizer. I am also postpartum…😅 and also acne prone! I would love to see more information about choosing a shampoo for those who have a dry scalp, and skin care for the scalp!
The shampoo called Monday or Sunday, can't remember which one right now is a really wonderful product if you have frizzy or dry hair. It leaves your hair like silk and it's only $5.99 each.
Years ago i was taking biotin in the hopes of getting my hair and nails stronger. Turns out it was breaking me out causing really painful cystic acne. Once i got off it the acne was reduced significantly
My hairdresser told me if I’m coloring my hair that means it’s damaged. But every time I use a shampoo and conditioner for damaged hair or a bonding product, my hair feels even drier and lifeless. Also every time I use products with a lot of protein my hair feels drier yet I’m told damaged hair needs more protein. But when I use products without protein or it only has one protein like argan oil, my hair feels softer. So I’m confused. Does that mean I’m really not damaging my hair from coloring it? I’m also 57 and have dry hair from hormones, post menopause and medications.
I don't believe colouring your hair necessarily means it's damaged. I've coloured mine for years and it's shiny and healthy. I just use any shampoo and conditioner only on the lengths
Abbey I Love your videos! I was wondering if you have a video about Unscented fragrance free hair products you recommend. I am super sensitive to fragrance and will get migraines and skin problems from added fragrance. Thank you so much!
I don't use biotin but I do take collagen and I can really see the improvements it makes in my hair and nails. The kind that I take is the quick dissolve peptides by great lakes wellness. You can mix it into any drink like a smoothie or your coffee and it doesn't have a taste. . It's one of those supplements I don't want to go without after seeing the difference it makes superficially, also good for the joints plus, as a bonus, it contains protein.
I’m trying to start a hair care routine. What products do you recommend I start with, besides shampoo, conditioner, and heat protectant? I have fine, thin hair for reference. There’s so many products on the market, it’s overwhelming
I'm so happy that you freed me from the shackles of sulfate free/silicone free products. It's just a bit unfortunate as a Type 4 natural haired black woman bc the majority of black owned products are marketed as sulfate/silicone free. To be honest my hair is growing more & is easier to manage with the products I was using when I had a relaxer (containing sulfates & silicones). While I will be natural forever, I think the natural hair products aren't for me as they caused a lot of breakage & scalp issues. I think if you have Type 3-Type 4 hair try experimenting with adding sulfates & silicones back into your routine & see if you get positive results. I actually used to use Pantene & Aussie Moist when I 1st when natural (in 2013) bc all these products were't out at the time. I regret making the switch to natural products bc I lost a lot of hair. It's growing back but the past 2 years of using these products took me from brastrap length to chin length bob.
100% agree about biotin supplementing BUT when I went to an animal based diet and started eating a lot more protein, collagen(in the form of ground beef) and animal fats (help heal/regulate female hormones) my hair started growing in the thickest it's ever been in my entire life. I've always had super fine hair that's embarrassingly thin and it's finally starting to have natural thickness to it without volumizing products 😊
Oh my God this is so eye-opening. I truly thought that my hair can get used to a shampoo or a conditioner. by the way today I used the strength cure shampoo and conditioner for the first time ever, and I am literally in love with them❤ thank you for your suggestions!
I would love to hear what you suggest for people with wavy/curly hair that is frizz-prone because of its texture. Thanks to your advice, my hair looks great when I heat style it, but I don't want to always heat style. Yet even with all your advice, it's still frizzy when I air dry it :( It makes me want to cut it all off to be rid off it.
I recently started hair masking weekly and my hair started shedding and breaking off. I’ve now got super thin hair and I don’t know how to recover from this this
I bought the Miracle 10 Biotin Deep Conditioner. I LOST so much hair! 😭Recently, I made a hair oil with rosemary, flaxseed, fenugreek seeds, amla powder, vitamin E, castor oil, argan, and jojoba oil and my hair can't handle it! More hair comes off! 😭 I had thicker hair and now it feels so light! IDK what to do anymore!
Actually when you have frizz on the top of your hair it’s new hair growth. It’s only at the bottom of your hair that when u see frizz it’s usually breakage
Yeah, usually if it’s breakage it’s all in the same spot and the same exact length, e.g. right around the crown, from tight ponytails, but that’s very easy to spot, especially because usually you’ll find hair stuck in your elastic when you take it out.
If you've experienced hair loss, this can definitely be the case. But for what I'm referring to, no. That's why it's really common to see people with severely over processed hair have a lot of this on the top of their head, because their hair is extra fragile & snaps easily when using styling tools.
I have a question you may know the answer, if Latisse is successful growing our lashes & eyebrows wouldn’t it hypothetically stimulate hair growth on our heads? I know for sure it works on lashes, and off label on brows depending on individual people. I used on brows after chemo but did so a year later to thicken them. I also know you can’t stop or you loose what you have grown. Let us know if you have any ideas on this subject. Thanks!
So I have some of that breakage and I can see why my Revlon styler probably is causing it, but I stopped. I also did the curly girl method for a while and had all that conditioner in my hair every day and I stopped so stopping blow drying and stopping all that it’ll it’ll heal it. It’ll stop sticking up. 😢
Re: hair loss / shedding, I’ve been using the Ordinary multi peptide serum for 3 bottles (however long that is I’m not sure) - since seeing your video review - and I definitely notice a significant difference. When I fall out of the routine of using it regularly the amount of hair I shed increases again. Would you include that product in the overall advice that most products are falsely marketed?
Amazing!!! do you have any tips for someone who grew out their colour to natural grey? my friend did and now after having it grey for several years it has started to go brown underneath and in some areas? Could this be metallic toners she played around with or heat? Any tips to bring it back grey please? She is only 30 xxx
After having covid, my hair fell out in CHUNKS. Which was very devastating for me bc I've always had pretty long thick hair and lots of it, I went from using a JUMBO hair tie to a childs elastic to hold a ponytail. I have tons of new growth of different lengths looks terribly frizzy but I'm thankful for it 😄🙌🫶🏼
It happened to me that I was using only sulfate free shampoos and my hair was misbehaving after a while. I bought a clarifying shampoo and voilà, I discovered my hair needed a reset once in a while. It works.
The shampoo spot treatment it makes absolute sense. Because I also have a spot in the back of my head but i was using the head n shoulders all over my head and even though it was working on that spot i have issues on, i was feeling the other sides of my head irritated feeling it very dry and harsh.
Could you do a video about hair cair products aimed at people who swim in chlorinated or salt water, e.g. Ultraswim or Aquaguard? Are they any better then just a pre-oiling with a swim cap?
Thank you so much for always posting amazing videos. You are one of a kind as far as being a UA-cam influencer goes! Hands down, THE BEST for any beauty issues.❤
I get so excited when I see a new video from you! Great info as always. 👍 I recently started shedding more hair than normal; not an alarming amount but it’s enough to be concerned. I’m sure it’s due to a small surgery I had about three months back. Love your tips about hair loss; it’s so encouraging to know that most of the time it’s self correcting and you don’t need all these supplements/treatments that don’t help anyway!
Abbey - your content is so helpful! Thank you for your research and explanations. Could you please cover hair spray? Both lighter hold for everyday and high hold for special occasions. Thanks in advance!
I have very hard water so I'll cleate my hair taking the lather through my lengths. My hair grows fast so I'll get baby hairs. I do have some minor breakage as well. Getting your hair stuck in a door will make that happen.
I have been using dove intensive repair shampoo and conditioner and im lovinggg it (wallet loves it too). I was nervous to try it because I’ve been using the Redken acidic bonding range but my hair feels just as good with the Dove. Also started k18 and notice major improvements in my hair. 🧡🧡
This is exactly what I experienced. I love the Redken Acidic Bonding products but to tell you the truth the Dove Bond Repair products make m hair even look better
I lost my hair due to an overdose of Vitamin A. I took a multi vitamin with high amount of A. I took a hair vitamin with 900 msg of A. I took a vitaminA supplement for acne. And other supplements that contained vitamin A. But the thing that put me over the top was. I started using Retin A . I used the pea size recommended, but used a pea size on my face. a pea size on my neck chest and hands. Anyway I had vitamin A toxicity. And luckily my hair has all grown back in. It is short. But I am happy to learn it is one of the hair lose issues that you can fully recover from.
Agree on biotin! For nearly 3 years I rigorously used both biotin and methionin supplementation from various brands. Zero results, I have lost more hair than ever before.
I never knew about using a silicone oil before swimming. I wish I knew that when I was a swimmer, I used to swim a few times a week for many years during my uni days and late 20s. i no longer swim now, but will keep that tip in mind. I don't use hair masks, I only use conditioner as I find masks to heavy for my hair and it makes my hair so greasy as I have very fine, thin and straight hair.
It’s not true about the sticky hair because my hair gets sticky even if I skip conditioner. I already recognised a pattern that it’s ALWAYS products with guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride that leave my hair sticky afterwards without fail.
My hair might have looked like I had a lot of breakage/frizz but two years ago I lost A LOT of my hair and its been growing back so for many many months I had tiny baby hairs all over my head and its still not grown to my full length. 😢 its getting there tho 😊
Hi Abbey! Your info is SOOO helpful and I've changed up so many things in my routine and have found a lot of success. One thing that I'd love for you to touch on our this hair care brands that come out with supplements: Are they worth it? Do they provide any value? Which ingredients (if any!) are good for hair growth? For example, I'm talking about Act + Acre, Nutrifol, Vegamour, and Wellbel. Thank you so much!! :)
There's a topic that is talked about very little, I think, and many hair problems are incorrectly "diagnosed" because of this. HARD WATER! I recently had a terrible experience with this. I went to my stylist in a panic because my hair was dry, brittle, like straw. I use hydrating shampoo and conditioner, a leave in conditioner, heat protectant, hair oil. Nothing worked. My stylist even told me my hair was completely stripped. I came home and changed the water filter in the shower and..., voila. Problem solved. So, many people will say your hair problems are because of product build up, heat damage, or what have you... but they aren't necessarily. Something as simple as hard water can cause the same symptoms as other hair problems without it being those problems. I'd say the first step to good hair care is a good shower filter to address hard water.
Hi! I’ve been following you for a while but I’ve never heard you talk about keratin or Botox for the hair. I live in Florida where most people here do some form of these treatments as the humidity is so bad. 6 months ago I stopped as I had a feeling the Botox was actually thinning my hair. Can you please do a video discussing these treatments? Thank you!
FYI: I'm not saying that all frizz near the root is breakage! What I'm referring to is what you see on Kim K in the thumbnail of this video. Lots of short broken pieces that at first glance look like frizz. You'll commonly see this on people with over-processed hair because their hair is already extra fragile. So using styling tools can make their hair snap easily. Some hair types are definitely just prone to frizz at the root and small hairs at the root could also be new growth- but that's a different convo 😊
Hey Abbey ! my hairdresser tells me that you should never use coconut oil on bleached hair. I'm afraid to use ogx oil because I bleach my hair every 4 months. can you help me ?
I am glad you have mentioned that it is potentially new growth. I've not processed my hair in well over ten years and I also dealt with telogen effluvium a few years ago in the midst of a nexus of stressful events. It's been a long process but I have a lot of these short hairs at varying lengths but my hair journey is legit and intentional. I am certain that it is new growth. I try to remember to take photos of the progression and it shows in my photos.
Great video Abbey, thank you!! I'd love to hear that convo about new growth vs frizz or breakage!
Thanks Abbey! Could you link your videos on how to fix this? I don’t want to shave my head 😭
Abbey how to you shampoo differently for colored treated hair so it does fade? Thx
Please could you do a haircare routine for those of us who have to wash our hair daily? There is a lack of information and guidance on this online as most people advise against washing daily and you are one of the few that have said it is ok to wash daily if that is what your scalp needs. Thanks so much!! ♥️♥️♥️
I'd keep it the same as my current wash routine! I'll do an updated one soon xx
can you please keep everything about your hair the same and make it lighter and let it straight too?
Thank you Abbey! I’ve been binge rewatching all your haircare videos and am trying to incorporate everything you’ve said into a daily wash routine so that would be amazing ♥️
I have to wash daily one week before and during my period. Sometimes I still do, but then, every other day. I've been looking for online advice for 10 years now, and the only thing helping is to just wash it... I will try chasteberry for hormone regulation soon tho, maybe it will help
@@AbbeyYungshampooing twice as well?? Is it possible to overwash?
Would love a video that discusses how to determine if your hair needs PROTEIN or MOISTURE in hair care products.
I'd recommend looking for that information from someone with curly hair. Straight-haired people rarely suffer from issues with that, or even know about it
@@sciencemeetscosmetics is a curly haired creator and scientist who has great Instagram posts on this
I would love this too…and not the hair strand in the glass of water test.
It's down to how it feels, there is a few detailed videos on the glamfam channel. Some products build up on hair and need clarifying, so there is a cycle you follow. Rotating products and observing results 🧐
this is a myth babe 🥲
I have been doing hair for 15 years. To add to the “frizz” discussion: it could also be new growth. I’ve seen many times people who are dealing with this, and I ask them if they went through a period of intense shedding 6months to a year prior. Often the answer is yes. They had a baby, they had surgery or an illness or intense stress. Many different things can cause us to shed excess hair, and then once we are healthy and able it (hopefully) regrows. That can look/ act like frizz because it’s a lot of hair that isn’t the same length as the rest of the hair.
I was about to say i have a lot of this “frizz” but im still having hair regrowth after baby
Omygoodness thank you 🙄
Yes!! After my emergency total hysterectomy at 53, I was fine. I was fine, I was fine. 3 months post operation, I was NOT fine. My hair was falling out in clumps. I habe very fine, thin grey hair. My pink scalp was much more noticeable. I went to my OBGYN and got on hormone replacement therapy. She told me, my hair loss was normal after a stressful situation. I said, I wasn't stressed, I was fine with the surgery, I'm much happier without the pain, cramping, bleeding, etc. She said, no, the surgery was stressful on the body, not mentally for me, but physically.
Two years later, my hair is now back to it's normal, still thin but actually has a little more density. I believe it's because of balanced hormones!
Thank you so much for all your help over the years!!
I appreciate your knowledge more than you know!!
Thank you again and many blessings!!!💖💖💖
Can i ask you about your hysterectomy I have fibroid tumors my bladder has dropped a lot my hair was falling out before it's starting to do better now but there going to have to do the incision where I had my C-section they can't go in with the small incisions robotic because they're going to have to take everything out and the doctor explained it'd be better that way just dreading it im 52 yrs old
Absolutely! Stress comes in so many forms even if we aren't mentally feeling it. So glad you saw improvement! xx
@@AbbeyYung can you please demo your every day routines with your hair and everything else regards to that?
Were your ovaries also removed? HRT becomes a lifetime treatment for cases like yours.
The hair loss is extremely common after anesthesia. Some common theories are that less nutrients go towards growing hair because your body makes the surgical wounds priority. Others point to oxygen drops and cell division. Totally normal! Glad you’re doing better!
Love this video. Would you consider doing a video on post menopausal hair and/or naturally grey hair? I am sure that many of us would appreciate your insight. It gets tricky with minoxidil use, regrowth, dry hair, yellowing from hair oils, lack of shine, knowing when to use bond repair treatments, too much protein, not enough protein...for hair that is so inherently different.
Yes please. You described my hair woes exactly. There is so much going on for us.
Yes yes yes 👏
Yes! Where did my shine go??
I’m glad you mention Biotin. As someone with a thyroid imbalance, it’s very common to lose lots of hair because of it. I’m hyperthyroid so my shed and growth cycle is sped up resulting in lots of shedding but also a lot of new growth which looks like frizz at my crown. Many people with thyroid issues take Biotin thinking it will help from losing the hair…the danger is taking Biotin 3-4 days before a thyroid test can give false testing results. Most people with a thyroid condition don’t need Biotin, they need to get their thyroid numbers dialed in (which is it’s own monster)
I have a thyroid condition and I stop taking biotin or multi’s with biotin in them one week before thyroid tests.
Oh my goodness I had thyroid cancer and had it completely removed and I have never heard this! Thank you so much! I will stop taking my biotin the week before testing from now on
Peaces sticking out on top of your head could also be new growth of hair. Does not always have to breackage
I agree but unless you have curly hair ( even then all of the regrowth is not at the hair parting on the top of your head) your new growth will be healthy and settle when it’s a longer than an inch. Breakage looks more like the pictures she showed.
I think it’s sooo important to consider climate when talking about skin and I wish I was researched more. I live in a mountainous dry climate, but grew up in a humid environment and my skin changes significantly in both.
As a former swimmer, even if you don’t have an oil or something, wet your hair with normal water from the water fountain or those outdoor showers. Keep it from absorbing chlorinated water and add a bit of conditioner (just a little) before jumping in
Itchy/flaky scalp problem is very complicated in my opinion. I’ve tried many shampoos for sebum control, dandruff, calming shampoos, clarifying and so on, non of them helped. But then i’ve tried a more nourishing shampoo that ir more milky in color than clear, and also without sls. Helped instantly, and did not had to wash my hair this often too. Also gentle scalp scrub once or twise a month helped me aswell to go longer between washes :)
Oh definitely! Takes some trial and error to figure out
Can you tell me the name of shampoo that helped? I’ve never seen one like that.
@@janjay3319 Honestly I am still experimenting 😁 I’ve tried The Rituals- Rituals of Hammam shampoo (really liked it, but not every Rituals store has this line tho), and also The Rituals scalp scrub was amaziing on my hair (highly recommend! It also foams like a shampoo). Other one i want to try is the Davines Nourishing shampoo (yellow line), it claims to be for dry, dehydrated scalp and damaged hair (which sounds exactly what i’m looking for). I have also tried Maui nourish & moisture shampoo (blue one), and it was not bad but it definitely felt weird washing my hair because the shampoo is very thick, but in my opinion if you have the money you could try their line since it is not that expensive (where i am from at least). And my last recommendation would be Oro Del Marocco Nourishing shampoo and conditioner, this duo made my hair feel so lightweight and bouncy while still being nourished, especially if you have fine hair and low to medium porosity you might love it since the conditioner detangles very nicely but also is very lightweight!
@@janjay3319I’ve just replied but the comment vanished for me, so just in case i’ll write again 😅 1) The Rituals - rituals of hammam shampoo; 2) The Rituals scalp scrub - highly recommend! Foams like a shampoo too, and gets me longer between washes; 3) Davines - Nourishing shampoo (yellow line) - haven’t tried this but it claims to be for dry and dehydrated scalp and damaged hair, so i look very forward on trying this! 4) Maui - Nourish&moisture (blue one) - currently trying this one out and honestly it definitely feels weird when washing because the shampoo is veery thick so i don’t know if i recommend this one but it was very cheap from where i came from and so far did not notice anything very noticably bad so 50/50; 5) Oro Del Marocco - Nourishing shampoo and conditioner - this duo made my hair feel so clean, bouncy, lightweight and nourished! The conditioner ir very light but detangles very well, that’s why i think it works great with the shampoo. Perfect if you have fine hair low to medium porosity!
I needed to hear all of this. Thank you Abbey, your my hair angel. 😊💘 I was losing so much hair that my husband remarked while cleaning the drain.
For me, after using the bond treatment literally instantly it stopped. Then when I picked up the L'Oréal Clarifying it just clicked 💡. It started 9 yrs ago when I moved into my first (and only) home. We have hard water. Very hard.
So that shampoo, plus taking my time to cleanse my scalp has had a miraculous effect. I barely shed at all and it's been 3 weeks now.
Just wanna sincerely extend my thanks for sharing your knowledge. I honestly was afraid I was going to go bald, but I can tell I am on the right track now of what my scalp needs to be healthy.
Ty! ❤
Vegamour has been a game changer for me. I got it for my mom too and it helped her a lot too. Hair loss is devastating. I will pay whatever to always have this product
I have
hashimotos
low ferritin
low vitamin D
low vitamin B12
perimenopause
liver problems
all of these things can cause hair loss, hair breakage and dry, unhealthy hair
I'd love to hear your take on "no poo"/"historical" hair cleansing methods! Did women used to have an easier time growing their hair super long? I would think some of the things that I hear about (and have tried a few) would create scalp issues and breakage, but idk.
Nooooooooooooooo
Thank you for mentioning Covid as a causative factor for shedding!!
That said, could you please make a video specifically targeting people with thinning hair from long covid or other medical conditions that cause hair loss? There are lots of us!! Maybe you could recommend appropriate hair care products & explain how we can style our hair without damaging it/making it fall out? I appreciate your dedication to evidence-based science very much 😊
Yessssss experiencing post covid hair loss … and it’s super dry and the texture has changed to be more coarse ! Insane !!!
Thanks a lot. I took your recommendation. I used Dove intense duo, my hair feels soft after ages. It’s better than Kerastase to take away frizziness. Drugstore are better 👍
Before rinsing, add water to hair and massage it into a light creamy lotion or light creamy foam and rinse with very warm water before your final cool rinse. This helps the emulsifiers in the conditioner remove excess from the surface.
Is it just me or is the sound quality of this video not as good as it usually is? 🤔 content quality is great as usual though ;-)
Yeah kinda echoey
Yes it's bothering me a lot.
could you make a video about what hair products you would travel with?
I know there are a lot of people who travel bc of vacation in the summer, and I think a video about the most important products to bring would be super helpful!
Great information. To those taking Biotin supplements, it can alter the results on blood tests.
I am 60 and have long hair. I find if I wet my hair and put it up/braid it, then rinse again after swim it tangles less. Hair can only absorb so much water. So if it's wet before entering it pulls less pool water.
I work at a pool. You are correct.
Ps, you can use a conditioner or an oil. Please do it at least an hour or so before going into the water because the oil freshly applied to hair will immediately come off and float in the pool, and if everyone does this the water will get an oily film floating on to and will cause build up on the sides of the pool and filtration system. Not enough for you to really worry about but as a pool employee, I can tell and i get to clean it. But if you allow the product to absorb in you hair for a while before hand: It will help your hair be protected from the chemicals in the pool and the sides of the pool won't get so much build up. Also, same applies for sunscreen. It needs time to absorb into your skin 10 or so minutes. Otherwise, you are just rinsing it off.
yes i used to do oil, then braid, then wet! i’m too lazy now but it works like magic. you can use conditioner too
Yes , I use to use the shower before getting in the pool then adding a heavy conditioner then pull it up and braid it, kept the damage away, we were always at the pool when I was younger and I have fine hair that would get tangled and break easily.
Usually when the ends of my hair are really sticky it’s build-up from leave-in products, and I just solve that by squeezing excess shampoo from my roots all the way down to my ends and very gently massaging it the next time I wash it. I use a super gentle shampoo for this. I’ve never found that applying too much conditioner (or even a mask) can do that, if it’s a rinse-out product, and I have very low-porosity hair.
About your second point: I don’t think your advice is wrong necessarily, but sometimes I wish you addressed the fact that people with very sensitive skin or allergies may not be able to use those sulphate shampoos etc., sometimes because of the sulphates themselves, sometimes because those shampoos typically contain other irritants and allergens, such as fragrances, and the same can be said of the conditioning products from those same brands.
I also want to say that silicones don’t work for everyone. My experience has been the exact opposite of yours, I used to use silicones and my hair started feeling dry and brittle and actually breaking off at the ends. I remembered that when I had really damaged hair (from bleach) in high school I used to use ‘all natural’ products with incredible results. I have recently switched back to those kinds of products and seen a huge improvement (I did also chop off almost 3 inches of dry, damaged ends). 🤷♀️
For people who might have a similar hair type and skin concerns, I want to recommend this ingredient: coco-caprylate. Look for it in serums and oils especially. It’s an ester derived from coconut oil and it’s a very good ‘natural’ alternative to silicones, as well as to coconut oil, if you find that it’s too heavy on your hair and/or can clog your pores. You can also buy it pure if you like to make your own hair oil by mixing different oils together, and add it to your mixture. It’s really good if you want to create an oil-based serum to apply on dry hair that won’t make it look greasy or weigh it down too much. You can use it pure, by itself, as a serum as well. I’ve never tried that, but if you find that all oils, no matter how little you apply, make your hair somewhat greasy this might be a good alternative.
Also, the best oil that I’ve found for hair that can’t usually absorb pure oils very well is Camellia oil, if you want something that can be applied to dry hair without making it greasy. I literally use one to two drops and apply it to the ends and lengths of my hair, focusing on the tips and working my way up. I brush it through with a boar-bristle brush and I don’t find that my hair is greasy at all, just shiny and conditioned.
I still use other oils, like Argan and sweet Almond oil, at night, so that’s another tip for low-porosity hair: apply your oils at night (still, only use a couple drops, as described above) so that they have time to absorb. Usually when I do this my hair isn’t greasy in the morning, there is no visible residue from the oils. I do it every night, as it also helps protect my hair from friction etc. If that still doesn’t work for you but you want the benefits from those oils you can try looking for/making a coco-caprylate based serum as I mentioned above, or just using them as a pre-shower treatment, which will help protect the ends and lengths of your hair when you wash it. Be careful though, still only use a few drops, you don’t want to create build-up! That can lead to the sticky hair issue mentioned at the beginning of the video.
Thank you this is very helpful! I had really severe scalp psoriasis (controlled by medicine injections now) and I still have to be careful with my scalp or I’ll be sooo itchy. SLS and other primarily strong surfactant shampoos dry out my scalp just way too much. Silicones don’t work for me either, especially dimethicone. It’s so heavy on my hair and makes my curl pattern appear looser too. I’ve tried to go back to silicones and it just doesn’t work for me.
I love how you are so bold to explain everything Thank you!, Hairloss was an eye opener, forgot about the COVID shedding fact!
Thank you so much for taking me out of this « natural products, sulfate free, silicone free » pipeline cause in only a month or so my hair has never looked better. Thank youuu 🥰
Great tips, on biotin. If you have conditions that cause hair fallout. Hormone issues, pcos etc. Biotin helps. For me, if I ran my fingers through my hair, lots of hair came out. After s few months of taking biotin "b complex" my hair isn't falling out, and now baby hairs are filling in the bald spots.
I second this! I’ve taken biotin the last month for hair growth due to losing a massive amount of hair to B12 and folate deficiency. My bald spots are noticeably better and they weren’t getting better before the biotin.
Just have to shout out your sisters editing lately, love having a lil chuckle at the videos she inserts 😂❤👏
The idea of a hair blower brush is great but unfortunately it causes a lot of breakage especially when you have fine hair. So I put mine away and I got another hair dryer.
How do you get it smooth or waves out if you have them?
@lorimoore5589 for me I do have very wavy hair. I usually blow dry with a round brush and sometimes I'll use a flat iron afterwards if I want more of a pin straight look.
A hot air brush caused loads of breakage in my fine hair! I would never use one again.
Same. I bought one, used it once and never used it again. I have fine fragile hair.
Ugh! I thought it was just me doing something wrong. I have very fine, type 1/2A hair(very straight when below the bra strap length and slightly wavy with a layered hair cut/ above the bra strap length). I used the blow out brush and got major breakage from one usage, even with leave in conditioner and heat protection. The only way I don't see breakage when styling is letting my hair air dry 75%+ and then round brush/blow dryer on low. Takes FOREVER with my length now(at the middle of my butt but I'm only 5'2").
Hi Abbey, regarding Biotin supplements (as in the oral tablets), what a lot of people don't know is that they can throw-off your thyroid function and lead to an over-active thyroid. So, as you correctly pointed out, you really need to be advised by your GP to take biotin orally. This happened to me recently, I had been taking biotin supplements daily for about 2 months and when I got my regular bloods done my results came back indicating an overactive thyroid. My clever GP - guessing that I, like many peri-menopausal women, might be taking biotin to help with hair loss - asked me if I had been taken biotin supplements and immediately told me to stop. She said I would be better off taking iron (as my ferritin levels were low) in addition to vitamin D (in Ireland we are all chronically low in Vit D as the sun NEVER visits us!). I am about 2 months in and already my hair/skin feel and look healthier AND my anxiety/mood has improved dramatically. So just a quick side-note for everyone (not just peri-menopausal women!!). xxx
Biotin doesn't actually affect your thyroid, but it does interfere with the results of thyroid tests (the markers they use) - so your doctor can improperly adjust your medication, which would definitely affect your hair (and everything else) (edited for clarification)
@@yeahumkay thanks for that! Interesting to note that supplements can have a massive effect on your health. Appreciate that explanation. x
Thanks for explaining the reason for the breakage on the top of the head from heat tools. Blowout brush, bye-bye.
Regarding scalp itching, I also get that from products that contain ingredients I’m sensitive to like sodium chloride, anything comedogenic and coconut oil. I have a dry scalp but immediately get itchy and also break out on my scalp and face when I use these products. Unfortunately almost every drugstore conditioner has sodium chloride in it so I’m struggling to find a budget friendly conditioner I’m not allergic to but also makes my hair soft.
You’ve helped me heal my hair. I use many of your tips. I now scrutinize ingredients. I started dealing with androgenic alopecia a couple of years ago. Minoxidil helped, but wouldn’t get me back to a good place. Menopause is a bitch. Finally went to a derm and got topical combo of monoxidil/finesteride and a separate topical of Spiralactone. So much going on now! In 6 more months I know my hair will be in a much better place. In 6 months down, I have so much growth and it’s getting long. But, I have to use one in the am and one in the pm. So now I have to wash every other day. Using the ogx coconut oil prior to shampoo and using k18 and good conditioners have helped make my hair so soft, and keep my new growth healthy.
Oral spironolactone? You said topical which I never heard of🤔 I have an oral rx but afraid to start it
@@joannew6697 no it’s topical. It’s compounded by a pharmacy and I use it in the am and Minoxidil/finasteride at night. I have to wash my hair every other day because both are very oily. They also smell like marajuana!!! I had to tell my coworkers since we work so closely at times (vet office) and it smells like I’m sparking up!!!
I absolutely am so happy to be alive during this time to see you help the world of hair care 💖🦋💫 you may not have some brand name or celebrity, but you are GENUINELY helping the future of hair care. You are helping THESE few generations now and they will pass on this knowledge 🎉 You're a legend in that way 🦋💫🌞 Bless you for being you 💞
I love when you talk about scalp health ✨ I think we have a lot of content/knowledge on taking care of our strands but often times the scalp is neglected!
It'd be interesting to know about what you think about popular methods like scalp oiling or microneedling (as I've seen some claming it is a "miracle" hair growth method for both men and women with bald spots or for someone who wants to increase the general health of their scalp)
So true! Or with current social media trends, people believe they're caring for their scalp when they're making it worse!
Hi! I am a swimmer and I would love a hair care routine that helps protect my hair from chlorine. I have tried a lot of different products but I don’t really know the science behind it.
For those with naturally wavy hair: I alternate between gentle shampoos and once a week or every two weeks a sulfate shampoo and this works well for my wavy (2B, low porosity, somewhat fine) hair. The only ingredient I avoid at this point is the accumulating type of silicone - dimethicone (this really is not good for my wavy hair). So I follow Abbey's recommendations and leave out what I know does not work for my hair. what I still haven't figured out is that my hair really does not seem to like blowdryers, it almost looses the waves if I blow dry and becomes very very dry, but becomes almost curly when left to air dry and looks much better - now this has some obvious issues interfering with lifestyle and etc. btw when it comes to "natural hair care" - conditioners containing shea butter are too heavy for my hair for example.
Hello, Abbey! Could you, please, show us your dyeing routine? I'm curious what products do you use to bleach and tone your hair?
Do you know any AntiInflammatory scalp treatments? What Sal Acid do you use..? That's anti-inflammatory! 💖
The scalp flaking point was so true. I spent far too long trying to ‘train’ my scalp to be less oily and my oh my the flakes were bad. I’ve transitioned to washing my hair 2-3 times a week and it’s never felt better, more healthy and no more flakes
Hi Abbey - swimming with chemicals on hair while in the ocean is not reef or animal safe. Do you have any suggestions that would be more eco friendly to protect hair in the ocean that would not cause harm to the eco system?
I will say this too about a dry flakey scalp… sometimes it’s ingredient sensitivity or allergies! I’m one of the lucky folks actually allergic to SLS & it took me sooooo long to figure it out. In soaps it made me dry and itchy, I’d even get a rash around my mouth with some toothpastes (yes it’s in tons)… so sometimes switching to a gentle shampoo (I double cleanse) can help narrow down ingredients that are better tolerated.
To add more possible confusion but solutions to the mix, another reason for itchy scalp is dietary. Many many MANY people range from intolerant to allergic to things they consume daily. If you do it long enough you may not even realize diet is the issue. And unless you do an elimination diet, you’re not likely to figure out the culprit. That said, common aggravators: egg whites, coffee, grains (oat, wheat, rye, rice, etc.), raw vegetables (cooked less likely to trigger), et cetera. If you regularly get flashes of hives or intermittent itchy scalp, pretty strong indicator of dietary issue. Something to test. ❤❤
I have dry hair and scalp and I made the worst mistake of going sulfate free and silicone free. I also put coconut oil on my hair (not pre-poo). OMG my hair was straight up straw!!! I thought it was damage, turns out I just needed a good wash. I got rid of gentle sulfate/silicone free shampoos and only used coconut oil only as pre-poo on ends, magical soft hair! Dry doesn't mean not using a real cleansing shampoo!!
My grandma mixed vinegar and water for a rinse when we were kids. Shiny clean hair every time.
acidity closes the cuticle!
If you have what looks like frizz on the top of your head, it could actually be new hair growth. I suddenly got a ton of those on the top of my head once I started really diving into hair care. Plus I don’t have split ends so there’s no way it’s damage. If a bunch of those hairs come out of nowhere and the rest of your hair is healthy congrats its probably new growth
Okay I have a question about the breakage. I have that “frizz” looking breakage near my roots, but I rarely use any heat or styling. Like I use a blow dryer maybe 5-10 times a year. Haven’t colored or chemically treated it in over 10 years. I don’t sleep on wet hair. I do use a silk pillowcase. Any idea what it could be from if it’s not from heat/styling?
PS. I love your videos and so appreciate your informative and super knowledgeable approach. Thank you so much for all the info! 🫶🏼
Are you able to recommend some fragrance free substitutions? I hate that everything has Parfum or fragrance, and there are so many of us that have sensitivities.
I wish I knew sooner that I have low porosity hair.. would save me so much time and money for products that are way too heavy for my hair, made it brittle and left me confused. Now I know to stay away from coconut oil and proteins and my hair has never been better. Tell it to 5 years ago me!
So many hair care vids are for ladies with long hair. There are a lot of us who have short hair! We need tips and tricks for healthy hair too😊
This is all super helpful! I would love to see you talk about shampoo bars… They seem to be all the rage right now. I tried one and ended up with that really dry but sticky and heavy hair so I went ahead and washed again with a salicylic acid, scalp treatment shampoo which is very clarifying! Problem solved.
I am also one who tends to have truly dry scalp, and it is almost all over. I have noticed that some shampoos and conditioners will exasperate and I will feel itchy almost immediately after my hair dries. Other shampoo I can use and go days before I start To itch. Baby shampoo has actually been the best option for me so far. My face is very dry also and I need layers of a richer moisturizer. I am also postpartum…😅 and also acne prone! I would love to see more information about choosing a shampoo for those who have a dry scalp, and skin care for the scalp!
The shampoo called Monday or Sunday, can't remember which one right now is a really wonderful product if you have frizzy or dry hair. It leaves your hair like silk and it's only $5.99 each.
Years ago i was taking biotin in the hopes of getting my hair and nails stronger. Turns out it was breaking me out causing really painful cystic acne. Once i got off it the acne was reduced significantly
When was your hair care guide last updated? I'd like to get the newest info. Thanks!!
My hairdresser told me if I’m coloring my hair that means it’s damaged. But every time I use a shampoo and conditioner for damaged hair or a bonding product, my hair feels even drier and lifeless. Also every time I use products with a lot of protein my hair feels drier yet I’m told damaged hair needs more protein. But when I use products without protein or it only has one protein like argan oil, my hair feels softer. So I’m confused. Does that mean I’m really not damaging my hair from coloring it? I’m also 57 and have dry hair from hormones, post menopause and medications.
I don't believe colouring your hair necessarily means it's damaged. I've coloured mine for years and it's shiny and healthy. I just use any shampoo and conditioner only on the lengths
Abbey I Love your videos! I was wondering if you have a video about Unscented fragrance free hair products you recommend. I am super sensitive to fragrance and will get migraines and skin problems from added fragrance. Thank you so much!
I don't use biotin but I do take collagen and I can really see the improvements it makes in my hair and nails. The kind that I take is the quick dissolve peptides by great lakes wellness. You can mix it into any drink like a smoothie or your coffee and it doesn't have a taste. . It's one of those supplements I don't want to go without after seeing the difference it makes superficially, also good for the joints plus, as a bonus, it contains protein.
I’m trying to start a hair care routine. What products do you recommend I start with, besides shampoo, conditioner, and heat protectant? I have fine, thin hair for reference. There’s so many products on the market, it’s overwhelming
I'm so happy that you freed me from the shackles of sulfate free/silicone free products. It's just a bit unfortunate as a Type 4 natural haired black woman bc the majority of black owned products are marketed as sulfate/silicone free. To be honest my hair is growing more & is easier to manage with the products I was using when I had a relaxer (containing sulfates & silicones). While I will be natural forever, I think the natural hair products aren't for me as they caused a lot of breakage & scalp issues. I think if you have Type 3-Type 4 hair try experimenting with adding sulfates & silicones back into your routine & see if you get positive results. I actually used to use Pantene & Aussie Moist when I 1st when natural (in 2013) bc all these products were't out at the time. I regret making the switch to natural products bc I lost a lot of hair. It's growing back but the past 2 years of using these products took me from brastrap length to chin length bob.
YES FINALLY UR TALKING ABOUT SCALP ISSUES. HELP WITH SEB DERMATITIS. IVE TRIED Everything
Have you tried azelaic acid?
Before swimming you can also wet hair with plain water and use leave in conditioner :)
Is your hair colored/highlighted? It looks so soft and bouncy. I want my hair to look like this but I do not like my natural hair color. I bleach.
100% agree about biotin supplementing BUT when I went to an animal based diet and started eating a lot more protein, collagen(in the form of ground beef) and animal fats (help heal/regulate female hormones) my hair started growing in the thickest it's ever been in my entire life. I've always had super fine hair that's embarrassingly thin and it's finally starting to have natural thickness to it without volumizing products 😊
Im Asian and i've only ever associated itchy flaky scalp with oiliness. Thats why it is pretty common for us to shampoo on a daily basis.
Is it normal to have a straight hair side and a slightly curly hair side ? What can the causes be ? How to take care of it ?
Oh my God this is so eye-opening. I truly thought that my hair can get used to a shampoo or a conditioner. by the way today I used the strength cure shampoo and conditioner for the first time ever, and I am literally in love with them❤ thank you for your suggestions!
You’re hair doesn’t get used to products but your scalp will!
I would love to hear what you suggest for people with wavy/curly hair that is frizz-prone because of its texture. Thanks to your advice, my hair looks great when I heat style it, but I don't want to always heat style. Yet even with all your advice, it's still frizzy when I air dry it :( It makes me want to cut it all off to be rid off it.
I would recommend that you watch Swavy Curly Courtney. She has lots of videos on how to style wavy/curly hair.
I recently started hair masking weekly and my hair started shedding and breaking off. I’ve now got super thin hair and I don’t know how to recover from this this
I bought the Miracle 10 Biotin Deep Conditioner. I LOST so much hair! 😭Recently, I made a hair oil with rosemary, flaxseed, fenugreek seeds, amla powder, vitamin E, castor oil, argan, and jojoba oil and my hair can't handle it! More hair comes off! 😭 I had thicker hair and now it feels so light! IDK what to do anymore!
Actually when you have frizz on the top of your hair it’s new hair growth. It’s only at the bottom of your hair that when u see frizz it’s usually breakage
Yeah, usually if it’s breakage it’s all in the same spot and the same exact length, e.g. right around the crown, from tight ponytails, but that’s very easy to spot, especially because usually you’ll find hair stuck in your elastic when you take it out.
Good to know! Thank you 😊
If you've experienced hair loss, this can definitely be the case. But for what I'm referring to, no. That's why it's really common to see people with severely over processed hair have a lot of this on the top of their head, because their hair is extra fragile & snaps easily when using styling tools.
@@AbbeyYung but I don’t understand bc the hair is coming from the root so how is it not hair growth?
@@Lily-zq4ypbecause it is breakage.
I have a question you may know the answer, if Latisse is successful growing our lashes & eyebrows wouldn’t it hypothetically stimulate hair growth on our heads? I know for sure it works on lashes, and off label on brows depending on individual people. I used on brows after chemo but did so a year later to thicken them. I also know you can’t stop or you loose what you have grown. Let us know if you have any ideas on this subject. Thanks!
Can you add a hair care routine for colored hair…….especially to help prevent fading……
So I have some of that breakage and I can see why my Revlon styler probably is causing it, but I stopped. I also did the curly girl method for a while and had all that conditioner in my hair every day and I stopped so stopping blow drying and stopping all that it’ll it’ll heal it. It’ll stop sticking up. 😢
Re: hair loss / shedding, I’ve been using the Ordinary multi peptide serum for 3 bottles (however long that is I’m not sure) - since seeing your video review - and I definitely notice a significant difference.
When I fall out of the routine of using it regularly the amount of hair I shed increases again.
Would you include that product in the overall advice that most products are falsely marketed?
Amazing!!! do you have any tips for someone who grew out their colour to natural grey? my friend did and now after having it grey for several years it has started to go brown underneath and in some areas? Could this be metallic toners she played around with or heat? Any tips to bring it back grey please? She is only 30 xxx
After having covid, my hair fell out in CHUNKS. Which was very devastating for me bc I've always had pretty long thick hair and lots of it, I went from using a JUMBO hair tie to a childs elastic to hold a ponytail. I have tons of new growth of different lengths looks terribly frizzy but I'm thankful for it 😄🙌🫶🏼
How do I make my hair non-breakable?
How do I protect my hair from breakage?
It happened to me that I was using only sulfate free shampoos and my hair was misbehaving after a while. I bought a clarifying shampoo and voilà, I discovered my hair needed a reset once in a while. It works.
Your insights have helped me SO much, Abbey, thank you so much for being you. You have such great energy and I just love your approach!
The shampoo spot treatment it makes absolute sense. Because I also have a spot in the back of my head but i was using the head n shoulders all over my head and even though it was working on that spot i have issues on, i was feeling the other sides of my head irritated feeling it very dry and harsh.
Could you do a video about hair cair products aimed at people who swim in chlorinated or salt water, e.g. Ultraswim or Aquaguard? Are they any better then just a pre-oiling with a swim cap?
Thank you so much for always posting amazing videos. You are one of a kind as far as being a UA-cam influencer goes! Hands down, THE BEST for any beauty issues.❤
I get so excited when I see a new video from you! Great info as always. 👍 I recently started shedding more hair than normal; not an alarming amount but it’s enough to be concerned. I’m sure it’s due to a small surgery I had about three months back. Love your tips about hair loss; it’s so encouraging to know that most of the time it’s self correcting and you don’t need all these supplements/treatments that don’t help anyway!
Abbey - your content is so helpful! Thank you for your research and explanations. Could you please cover hair spray? Both lighter hold for everyday and high hold for special occasions. Thanks in advance!
of course! and I will add that to my list xx
@@AbbeyYungAre goddesses like you are created in a laboratory???
@@AbbeyYungAre goddesses like you are created in a laboratory???
@@AbbeyYungAre goddesses like you are created in a laboratory???
I have very hard water so I'll cleate my hair taking the lather through my lengths. My hair grows fast so I'll get baby hairs. I do have some minor breakage as well. Getting your hair stuck in a door will make that happen.
It would be nice if you could include cruelty free options in your product recommendations
Agree!
I have been using dove intensive repair shampoo and conditioner and im lovinggg it (wallet loves it too). I was nervous to try it because I’ve been using the Redken acidic bonding range but my hair feels just as good with the Dove. Also started k18 and notice major improvements in my hair. 🧡🧡
This is exactly what I experienced. I love the Redken Acidic Bonding products but to tell you the truth the Dove Bond Repair products make m hair even look better
I lost my hair due to an overdose of Vitamin A. I took a multi vitamin with high amount of A. I took a hair vitamin with 900 msg of A. I took a vitaminA supplement for acne. And other supplements that contained vitamin A. But the thing that put me over the top was. I started using Retin A . I used the pea size recommended, but used a pea size on my face. a pea size on my neck chest and hands. Anyway I had vitamin A toxicity. And luckily my hair has all grown back in. It is short. But I am happy to learn it is one of the hair lose issues that you can fully recover from.
Agree on biotin! For nearly 3 years I rigorously used both biotin and methionin supplementation from various brands. Zero results, I have lost more hair than ever before.
I never knew about using a silicone oil before swimming. I wish I knew that when I was a swimmer, I used to swim a few times a week for many years during my uni days and late 20s. i no longer swim now, but will keep that tip in mind. I don't use hair masks, I only use conditioner as I find masks to heavy for my hair and it makes my hair so greasy as I have very fine, thin and straight hair.
It’s not true about the sticky hair because my hair gets sticky even if I skip conditioner. I already recognised a pattern that it’s ALWAYS products with guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride that leave my hair sticky afterwards without fail.
My hair might have looked like I had a lot of breakage/frizz but two years ago I lost A LOT of my hair and its been growing back so for many many months I had tiny baby hairs all over my head and its still not grown to my full length. 😢 its getting there tho 😊
Hi Abbey! Your info is SOOO helpful and I've changed up so many things in my routine and have found a lot of success. One thing that I'd love for you to touch on our this hair care brands that come out with supplements: Are they worth it? Do they provide any value? Which ingredients (if any!) are good for hair growth?
For example, I'm talking about Act + Acre, Nutrifol, Vegamour, and Wellbel.
Thank you so much!! :)
There's a topic that is talked about very little, I think, and many hair problems are incorrectly "diagnosed" because of this. HARD WATER! I recently had a terrible experience with this. I went to my stylist in a panic because my hair was dry, brittle, like straw. I use hydrating shampoo and conditioner, a leave in conditioner, heat protectant, hair oil. Nothing worked. My stylist even told me my hair was completely stripped. I came home and changed the water filter in the shower and..., voila. Problem solved. So, many people will say your hair problems are because of product build up, heat damage, or what have you... but they aren't necessarily. Something as simple as hard water can cause the same symptoms as other hair problems without it being those problems. I'd say the first step to good hair care is a good shower filter to address hard water.
Thanks to you my hair is so healthy despite what it's been through!! Always love your videos!! Hope you and your doggie are happy and well
Yay! so happy to hear this xx
Ogx has a number of oil products that all seem REALLY similar-any chance you could do a comparison video?
Thanks so much, great video, very helpful!
She has a couple yt shorts where she compares 3 of the oils! She mostly recommends for hair thickness/density
I would've never thought about thinking about your face being considered into what issue your scalp is having.... crazy right. Thanks for the tip!!!!
So if conditioners and masks are essentially the same thing, why do you recommend applying conditioner after a mask? 🤔
Can pimples on the hair line be caused by a shampoo? Im starting to notice scalp irritation from using pureology hydrate sheer
Please please review Fenty Hair! I'm literally waiting for your stamp of approval😊
Hi! I’ve been following you for a while but I’ve never heard you talk about keratin or Botox for the hair. I live in Florida where most people here do some form of these treatments as the humidity is so bad. 6 months ago I stopped as I had a feeling the Botox was actually thinning my hair. Can you please do a video discussing these treatments? Thank you!