Are silicone based hair products harmful in any way? Also, do they wash off well with shampoo?

I read somewhere that silicone can weeken hair shaft if used too often, as the layer of silicone oil prevents hair from ';breathing';. It's confusing.Are silicone based hair products harmful in any way? Also, do they wash off well with shampoo?
They are ok to use, but when washing your hair mix a little baking soda with your shampoo. That will strip your hair of any impurities and the silicone build up on your hair. I took a continuing edu. class once and they told us that products like Thermasilk that contain silicone is not good for your hair, but that it would not damage it beyond anything you could fix with a good moisturizing treatment. Silicone is great if you are using any kind of thermal styling aids ( such as a straightener or curling irons) because it saves the hair from any heat styling damage. So go ahead and use the silicone based products, you will be ok.Are silicone based hair products harmful in any way? Also, do they wash off well with shampoo?
the ONLY THING THAT SILICONE DOES IS COAT THE HAIR...AND NO, THEY DO NOT WASH OFF EASILY...YOU WILL NEED TO BUY A GOOD CLARIFYING SHAMPOO AND WASH YOUR HAIR WITH IT AT LEAST TWICE A WEEK
They aren't harmful, and they make your hair silky and shiny. Like any other product they can cause buildup though, so be sure to use a clarifying shampoo once in awhile. Otherwise your normal shampoo works fine for everyday.
Correct! Pantene products have lots of silicone so that the hair cuticle lays flat while killing it really. I tried it and at first it was heavan touching my hair and then it turned to straw. :-(

Ingredients in acidic shampoo and conditioner?

My hairdresser told me I should use an acidic shampoo and conditioner (opposed to a alkaline one). What ingredients would you find in acidic shampoo and conditioner?Ingredients in acidic shampoo and conditioner?
Stuff like citrus and vinegar.Ingredients in acidic shampoo and conditioner?
Hi,





I am a hairdresser...





A WONDERFUL acidic conditioner is called Ensure, and it's made by Nexxus. Nexxus recently went public (they sell it in places like Walmart now) so it's really easy to find. It has grapefruit, and things like that in it. It's different feeling than other conditioners.





Just make sure you squeeze your hair out (and possibly even towel blot your hair) before you put it in. I stumbled across it when I was at work, and started using it on color clients especially. It leaves the hair very soft, and shiney, very different from other conditioners. I would use a regular conditioner like once a week though.





Hope that helps. Not sure on a shampoo...

Saw palmetto shampoo for hereditary hair loss?

Hi I have started using saw palmetto shampoo which also contains wheat germ oil,avacado extract,chamomile extraxt, nettle leaf extract,jojoba oil extract.It has been 16-18 washes but I have felt an increase in my shed than decrease?should I stop using it?Saw palmetto shampoo for hereditary hair loss?
A quick internet search turned up the following list of side-effects experienced by saw palmetto users: stomach pains and diarrhea, severe bleeding during saw palmetto use, allergic reactions, difficulty with erections, testicular discomfort, decline in sexual desire, breast tenderness and enlargement and a warning that saw palmetto extract is not recommended for women who are pregnant or breast-feeding because of its possible hormonal activity. This shows that herbal substances may not be so harmless after all.





Based on this information, consulting with a specialist seems to be the way to go.Saw palmetto shampoo for hereditary hair loss?
Research has shown that the herb Saw Palmetto has the same effects as finasteride in treating patients with benign prostate enlargement.


There are many research and studies in Germany that confirm the effectiveness of Saw Palmetto in treating patients with prostatic disease.





Studies have shown that saw palmetto is an effective anti-androgen. It acts in a similar way that propecia does. Firstly it lowers levels of DHT in the body by Blocking 5 alpha-reductase. Secondly Saw Palmetto block receptor sites on cell membranes required for cells to absorb DHT.





Although no studies have been carried out on saw palmetto and its relation to hair growth. Studies have been performed on the use of Saw palmetto in the treatment of benign prostatic disease which similar to Androgenetic Alopecia also depends on the production of dihydrotestosterone(DHT).





More over I think its something else causing your hair-loss. You should talk to your dermatologist.
I would say not to use chemicals on your hair.Why don't you go for some home remedies. Egg whites, lemon juice, oil massages, reducing stress and diet changes can reduce hair fall and make it healthier. You can find more cheap, effective and natural home remedies for hair loss as well as for healthy hair at http://www.wellnesstalk.org/hairfall.htm鈥?/a>

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Is Hartz Shampoo bad for my dog?

I know Hartz flea products are really bad for pets but what about there shampoo?Is Hartz Shampoo bad for my dog?
Hartz is a horrible product...You want a good shampoo that is not drying to your dog skin a non soap based shampoo and one that dose not have alcohol in it.. I had a Pom that all most died from that brand....I use Tropiclean products in my grooming salon...www.tropiclean.net..Is Hartz Shampoo bad for my dog?
I would go to your groomer and have them recommend a shampoo for your dog. I did use the fleas stuff on a terrier mix dog and she got really sick, so I won't even use any of their products ever again. That has been like 30 years ago.





Mickey_ Don't say you are a vet when you are not. All we have to do is see all of the other answers you write and never in the Dog section, and you can't spell. You can harm someone if they take your word for something, so stop it.
Why the hell would a company that spends millions of dollars trying to engineer products specifically for pets actually, or knowingly, produce one that's bad for them? They have directions on the label for the use of the applications and shampoos. If there's something wrong with your dog's coat... or even its fleas... the problem is not Hartz... it's yours.
I know you're probably looking for a quick fix for flea shampoo but that's definitely the wrong choice. I worked in a vet clinic/hospital for e few years and if I were you just from what I've seen, just go to your local vet and get some flea preventative or ask them the best shampoo that's in your price range that won't cause any harm to your dog. Hartz is known for causing many health problems. Why they still sell the stuff I have no clue. But to keep your pet happy and healthy, stay away from it!! A loving pitbull breeder for 10 yrs. (And have never used it on my dogs, the risk is too high)
never used it but personally, i use the best of the best on my


';kids.'; i have 4 german shephard/husky mix (2 pups) and highly recommend ';the royal treatment'; products. all natural, lasting scent, no harmfull side-effects, and affordable. i purchased a 1 liter of honey banana oatmeal about a year ago. ive bathed them once a month, and im barely at half the bottle! definitely check it out, you wont be disappointed!
I would think that their non flea products would be reasonably safe. Personally I would go with human baby shampoo rather than Hartz products just because I think it would save you money. My favorite dog shampoo is the DVM Pharmaceuticals HyLyt shampoo. It's fairly expensive but the bottle will last you forever unless you are bathing your dog every week (which you shouldn't).
Anything relating to any product possible that is made by Hartz is bad for Dogs! or anything that inhabits this earth!
I am a vet and i have had several cilents with issues of the hartz products. It has caused many harms to animals such as hair loss, vomiting, allergic reactions, surgery, posioning and almost death. I personally would not use it but if you feel strongly about it, you can. Here is the website of it:


http://www.hartz.com/index.asp?fp=1





I hope I helped!
I use all their stuff never had one problem,even the drops for fleas--vet says what ever works ,Phoenix is a spoiled brat-bathed -dipped-heartguard once a month and ever since they had all the recall stuff I cook his own food too !!! add garlic to food for fleas works good.
Hartz ingredients are bad.....they use similar ingredients in all their products. See this link for info on them, they are specifically named, among others.





http://www.nrdc.org/health/effects/pets/鈥?/a>
I have used it, the puppy kind, and it had worked fine with my dogs. Just make sure to rinse it all off to prevent itching and drying of the skin.
wow, this is really news to me, I've never heard anything bad about their products... very informative!!
ive used Hartz products and i have never heard they were bad for your pets...

Any other shampoo that helps regrow hair?

I wanted to know if there were any other shampoos out there other than Nioxin that worked? Does Nioxin actually regrow hair or does it just make it look thicker? I have read about Rogaine and how when you stop using it, it quits working. I was curious if there were any other products that worked that were like the Nioxin but cheaper? ThanksAny other shampoo that helps regrow hair?
Nioxin is probably the best shampoo out there aimed towards hair loss. The shampoo has 3 natural anti-dht agents in it whether u believe it or not ( 1) serenoa serrulata which is nothing but sawpalmetto- an antidht agent 2) urtica dioca and 3 ) prunus africana ...the latter two being relatively mild anti dht agents. It also has copper petide and caffeine as growth stimulants. And there is scientific evidence to prove that these ingredients have contributed to hair regrowth.


However, the effectiveness of these agents in a topical application as in a shampoo ';MAY'; be quite limited, though topical nizoral shampoo (with ketoconazole as the chief anti-dht agent) has been shown to produce positive results.


I believe this shampoo does work wonders on women and men with mild hair loss. Heavy hair loss in men with significant dht damage should have to resort to something else.





After a month of using the shampoo and therapy (nioxin system 1) i had hair growing on my hairline like back when i was 16. After an year of use now i have the hair line of a 16 yr old and i'm 27. I will swear on this product with blood!!!!!!!!

Are Tresemme's styling products better than their shampoo and conditioner?

Idk.. i have only used the shampoo and conditioner.. but they worked really well so i guess they might?

A good shampoo/conditioner for naturally oily hair?

My roots are naturally oily but the rest of my hair tends to look dry and frizzy sometimes. I need something that will tame the frizz and help the oily roots. Any suggestions?A good shampoo/conditioner for naturally oily hair?
Look here for tips for oily hair shampoo. It has lots of useful info:


http://skinhairandnailstips.blogspot.com鈥?/a>





Also, maybe you should try to comb your hair more to spread the oil from the scalp to the whole hair length. Or apply conditioner to the hair ends but avoid the roots.





Hope it helpsA good shampoo/conditioner for naturally oily hair?
head and shoulders dries the hair. i have oily hair and it works well. after that i use mane n' tail shampoo, it stops split ends. its for horses and humans.
Shampoos and conditioners that thicken hair.


Look for the ones that say they're for Oily hair too.
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