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11-25-2014, 09:30 AM | #1 |
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| Spray conditioner for dry winter hair I'm not sure If Lola has a silk or combo coat, but it's beautiful, strong, and usually doesn't knot. Until now at least, the heater must be drying her coat out because she's knotting like crazy and her hair is full of static after wearing clothes. We didn't have this problem last year because she was a greasy puppy. I'm looking for a spray conditioner to keep her hair hydrated between baths. I've been using my deep conditioner mixed with water, but it's not enough now. When she gets a bath I don't rinse the conditioner all the way out. I need something with a light fragrance, preferably fruity, and no silicones. |
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11-26-2014, 10:57 AM | #2 |
YT 2000 Club Donating Member | Try coconut oil, both inside ie a tsp given in dog food and outside on the hair. Coat the oil right to the hair shafts and right to the tips, then I would use a wrapping jacket (silk or satin) over her hair before putting on wool sweaters, jackets, coats etc. Do this coating of coconut oil for two weeks or so. Then wash and condition as you regularly would. But it might come down to, if you allow her to sleep over warm air vents as my Razzman loves to do, you might need to trade off a bit of greasy hair with no tangles versus luscious soft hair with lots of matts n tangles.
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11-26-2014, 11:11 AM | #3 |
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| Thanks. Lola loves coconut oil, so she'll be happy to get it more often. I did use it on her coat to get the matts out one day when it was bad, she had been wearing a t shirt that day, I couldn't believe it knotted her like that. I gave her a bath the next day. Her hair feels really nice right now, but I'm sure it'll dry out soon. I'm planning to cut her hair shorter for the winter, but haven't had the energy. I've been looking for some sort of silk shirt for her but haven't found one, guess I'll have to make something. I have radiators, so there are no vents for her to lay on, I'm going to try putting a tray of water on them. |
11-28-2014, 08:33 AM | #4 |
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| We are suffering sudden dryness here too. Human and doggy hair is like straw. I think it is the lack of humidity, and our terrible water. I'm going to try different conditioner. Island Girl posted about using a Pantene deep conditioning mask on Sachi's beautiful coat: http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...nditioner.html I may try that.
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11-28-2014, 08:46 AM | #5 | |
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11-28-2014, 09:02 AM | #6 | |
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I'm going to look at the Pantene and Garnier masks.
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11-28-2014, 06:48 PM | #7 | |
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| I'm looking for something for in between baths, she's ok for a bit after a bath then dries out. I don't like to bathe her too often in the winter because the blow dryer freaks her out, she doesn't like loud noises, she even runs if you sneeze. This is the conditioner I've been using, in the bath and mixed with water for a spray Ion Extreme Moisture Creme Quote:
Sachi has beautiful hair, but I don't like Pantene, it's full of silicone and will dry the hair out long term. My hair is much better since quitting silicones. | |
11-28-2014, 07:38 PM | #8 | |
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I put coconut oil on Max today because he needs a bath tomorrow. I'll see if it helps at all. Teddy's hair felt less like straw after a brief walk. I wonder if fresh, cool air can have that affect? We have been cooped up in the heated house because I was sick the last few days. The Ion Moisture Creme has alcohol as its second ingredient. That might be something to be concerned about in terms of drying. The third ingredient, glycerin, has mixed reputation for winter use: Why is Glycerin Bad for you in the Winter? - CurlTalk
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12-03-2014, 09:17 PM | #9 | |
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The coconut oil seems to have helped a little bit, it's been about a week and Lola's hair hasn't dried out yet (it still looks a little greasy, but that's preferable), I'm probably going to have to give her a bath twice a month to keep it under control. I think I'm going to try my hair stuff on her next (bed head moisture maniac), and I'll grease her up with the coconut oil the day before again. I took these pictures last night after brushing her, she's on my dining room (grooming) table in the first 2 pictures. Excuse the mess, it's Christmas related. This is also why I haven't cut her hair yet, she has pretty ombre hair. Last edited by ShowGirlLola; 12-03-2014 at 09:19 PM. | |
12-12-2014, 10:46 PM | #10 |
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| What a beauty that coat is! We just trimmed down for the winter and I'm a little depressed about it. The last time I did it I said I wouldn't do it again, lol. We are due for a coconut oil soak too!
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12-13-2014, 04:49 AM | #11 |
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| If you're looking for something in between baths, you could try Yorkie Splash & Shine's: "Yorkie Sheen" Detangler & Finishing Spray. You just shake it up, spray it on, and brush. Google: Yorkie Splash and Shine
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12-13-2014, 06:21 PM | #12 | ||
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| It's been about 2 weeks since using the coconut oil and Lola's hair is still pretty good, I may be able to get another week out of it before it's too dry. Quote:
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It's too expensive to order without being able to smell it first and they won't give me an idea how much the shipping would be until they have my credit card info, I hate that. Also it has protein in it and too much protein means dry, brittle hair. It's ok once in awhile but not for a daily spray. | ||
12-14-2014, 07:47 PM | #13 | |
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Poor Teddy was so dry again today. I greased him up with coconut oil and he has been happy ever since. Not pretty, but he is comfortable.
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12-14-2014, 08:44 PM | #14 |
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| I use Chris Christianson coat dressing. It is fabulous! Spray some on your hand ..it is foamy ...and just lightly pet your baby with it. Calms down that frizz beautifully..especially great on head and and face...hate those fly away hairs in her eyes.... |
12-15-2014, 05:30 PM | #15 |
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| When Cali gets dry hair in the winter I put a few drops of Argon oil on mynfinger and lightly rub it on her coat. Sometimes I use Vellus static stabilizer. I have a friend who swears by Fur Butter.
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