5 Hair Care Myths That You’ve Probably Heard Before

There are so many stories, myths, and pieces of advice about hair care out there, that the list of those we heed and those we should probably do some more research on gets longer every day. 

In this article, we will debunk some of these myths and clear up any doubts that you may have, but above all, we will highlight how important it is to leave hair care in the hands of the experts.

Cutting your hair according to lunar phases

Some people believe that the moon can tell you what the best time to cut your hair is: if cut it during a full moon, it will grow thick, shiny, and strong; if you cut it during the third quarter, it will grow quicker; the first quarter is for those people with a lot of hair who want it to grow a little slower… But there is no actual scientific evidence that this is true.

Activated charcoal shampoo to fight excess oil

In recent years, activated charcoal has been a staple component of all kinds of products that promise to detox, cleanse, and purify your body, skin, and hair. 

Due to its porous nature, charcoal products are highly absorbent, leading various skincare brands to claim that their products “eliminate” all types of “harmful” elements, but what they do not say is that these products provide no filter to allow nutrients, vitamins, or healthy oils to remain. 

When it comes to hair care, shampoos that contain activated charcoal promise to “eliminate oil, toxins, and dirt,” but remember that our scalp is a complex ecosystem where various processes take place, and charcoal could absorb the cells needed for this ecosystem to thrive.

Being vegan or vegetarian is bad for your hair

As we mentioned before in previous articles, a healthy diet is fundamental in order to have strong, beautiful hair, since blood takes nutrients to the follicles, where they are then absorbed.

For a long time, it was believed that people who do not consume animal products suffer from vitamin, mineral, or nutrient deficiencies, but studies have shown that removing these products from your diet with the help of a professional can bring great benefits to your health, the same way that other studies show that people who eat large amounts of animal protein may need additional nutritional supplements.

With or without animal products, your diet must be balanced and proportional to what your body needs; when it is, it will definitely show on your skin and your hair.

Dousing your hair in beer helps it grow

Many people believe that pouring some beer on your hair while taking a shower is good for your hair and scalp health, and a study published on the Journal of Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan demonstrated that hops increased hair growth rates in humans.

But let’s not forget that beer contains much more than hops, and alcohol can dry out your scalp, making the cure worse than the disease. In the same way, if you think that by drinking beer, the hops will reach your follicles directly and make your hair grow faster, think again.

Shaving your hair helps it grow better

This is one of the oldest and most prevalent hair care myths of all time. People shave their hair and even babies’ hair in the hopes of making it grow thicker and stronger.

Unfortunately, this myth can end up being counter-productive: shaving your head can irritate your scalp, so instead of strengthening your hair, it could have a thinning effect. This would also be a good time to point out that trimming your ends bears no impact on your growth, since growth starts at the roots, not the ends. 

We encourage you to come to Kaloni and talk to an expert who can evaluate your hair’s current state and recommend the right treatment for you.