I too color my hair. It does indeed help. If i did not color my hair I seriously doubt I would have been able to grow my hair out after over two years. I often color my hair red. Jo is 100 percent right about ammonia and peroxide being the reason why it seems to help. Both Morgellons Disease is not fond of. I used to attend cosmetology school some years back and you actually learn alot. Not about just hair but nails, skin, light therapies and many other things. A few pointers on hair color: Permanent haircolor has ammonia and peroxide in it. Do not do semipermanent or permanent haircolor after permenanet , nor metallic dyes (like Dark And lovely haircolor) or Just for Men. Why? It will break too many bonds in the hair and you will have breakage. A 24 patch test is important to make sure you are not allergic to the dye. Usually the instructions are on the box on how to do this. If you have grey hair it is more resistant to dye and you might have to leave the dye on longer. My temples are white so I have to. Regarding shampoo: Sulphur based shampoos are a good choice. Also those which contain essential oils or menthol. Selsun Blue medicated shampoo I used alot in the beginning. Some say Nizoral shampoo is good as well. If you can get this shampoo it is VERY good and soothing to the scalp. It also keep the hair from becoming too brittle. It is called Dr. Miracles 2 in one shampoo. It can be found in the ethnic haircare section for black people. I must say it smells real good for either men or women. Here is why it is so good:
Promotes strong, shiny, healthy, growing hair.
Excellent on braided, locked, twisted, weaved or natural hair.
My. Dr. Miracle's 2 in 1 Conditioning Shampoo is my prescription for those stubborn scalp problems and the way to end dry lifeless hair.
Feel It Formula's tingling sensation supports strong growing hair and healthy scalp.
Thermalceutical complex penetrates scalp, healing dryness, flaking and itching.
Promotes blood flow to the scalp helping to end slow growth problems.
Moisturizes, conditions and shines.
Strengthens hair and scalp.
Most shampoos are just a lot of suds.
Dr. Miracle's 2 in 1 Conditioning Shampoo cleanses, strengthens and shines plus you'll feel it working on your scalp.
Here is a link which shows you the shampoo I use. It also makes a good bodywash by the way: Feel It Formula 2 In 1 Tingling Shampoo & Conditioner | Dr. Miracles | Beauty & Spa | Walgreens .
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