I need advice. I am sure there are a ton of threads on this topic but the advance search never works for me.
I need direction. I do not know what to do for long care hair health.
I have fine hair, slight wave, some of it straight, a few curls at temple. My hair is colored and has bleach highlights.
Hair is very easily damaged. I would say lacks proper moisture, and snaps immediately when strand is pulled. I blow dry hair 3/4 times a week.
I use natural oils but I also use silicones.
I have been reading about mineral oil, cones and oils and all it has done is left me confused, I want to grow healthy hair. As healthy as it can be while still being colored and blown out.
Do I need the cones for heat protection?
If so how often should I clarify?
Are cheap SLS shampoos enough to clarify so do I want to use a proper clarifying shampoo?
Are SLS free shampoos enough even?
Does anyone have advice to offer on what I should use to get hair in best shape. Can you tell me what you use and why?
I would like to start incorporating some more co washes into my routine so I am wondering if cones are a good idea anymore. At the same time they do help make my hair look better.
I do not want to get crazy and add oil and cones and get buildup too often.
I need ideas, information and comments. What is you full routine and most importantly WHY? If you stopped cones, Can you tell me what old routine was and what you switched it to?
Also, are certain oils enough to protect with blow drying? I read Grapeseed protects up to 400 degrees but I have not read and reviews or experiences. Does oil get to hot and fry hair from blow drying?
PLease answer any you know answer to
How does one use oil as antifrizz and heat protectant. Which oils are best?
Do oils need clarified out also?
Do silicones really dry out hair or build up? How often must one remove theses?
Do oils seal as well as cones?
Is mineral oil bad for occasional use? I read it is really good for heat styling but once it is on you must clarify to remove
arrgh so much info and no experience stories. Google only takes me to ethic hair care via curly nikki and i do not know if I should be reading those types of regimes if they wont help my hair type.
I am really really confused on how to take care of my hair. It is in fine shape but I want better since I do heat style and do use chemicals.
Sorry if I am rambling. I have't slept in 2 days.
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