Does Dyeing Your Hair Cause Hair Loss?
Hair dyeing is the practice of changing the color of hair. Hair dyeing is a popular salon treatment. Millions of dollars are spent on an annual basis on hair dyes and after-care products. But are hair dyes safe for your hair? Do they contribute to hair loss. This topic has been in debate for long and many hair experts are still researching on this.
According to Dr. Judith Reichmann, a regular on MSNBC there appears to be a link between hair dye use and hair loss, but this hair loss is not permanent. That’s a relief! So what should know about hair dyes before you consider changing your hair color?
Side Effects
Anytime you put a chemical into your hair there will be a negative side effect. Bleaches, coloring agents and other chemicals will cause the shaft to weaken and break. As the chemical irritation cease the root portion returns and your scalp returns to its normal appearance. So you can expect to lose some hair after you have colored it. The appearance of your hair might be weak and for a short time there might be increased hair all.
Misconceptions
After you have colored your hair, it might appear thicker and fuller. This is a misconception because the fizziness that appears after coloring is the real reason behind the appearance of fullness. The dye in your hair also attracts static electricity, which increases fizziness. So, it is temporary and will go after you have washed it twice and applied hair conditioner.
Time Frame
You should always wait at least for six weeks before undergoing another treatment. This will let your scalp and roots recover from the previous treatment. Consult your stylist to see if your hair and scalp appear ready for another treatment. Even if you trying dyeing your hair at home, always consult a stylist to make sure you have done it correctly and that you have not mistakenly damaged your hair.
Considerations Rest assured, dyeing does not cause permanent hair loss, but some side effects may appear which may result in some hair and itching of the scalp. Always abstain from scratching your scalp if you experience some irritation, in order to prevent scarring and further damage to your hair. [LINK]
Warning You might be allergic to the hair dye if you begin losing hair right away. Most dyes have paraphenylenediamine in them. Many people have reported having an allergic reaction to this chemical, which is why it is banned in hair dyes in many European countries. Should you experience itching, hair loss and or burning after 10 days from first use, discard it right away and seek medical attention.
Hair dyeing is a perfectly safe beauty treatment. There are many products in the market today that contain more natural ingredients that are a lot safer for your hair. Look for the color, brand and ingredients before you buy the hair dye.