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Maximo · 03-06-2010, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by capt_noonie

One of my bff's is the same. When we were in HS she had so much hair and nice and thick, and now it's thin and not a lot.

Me too -- my hair is straight and fine, but I used to have so much of it. Hairstylists always told me that I had the thickest head of fine hair they had seen. Now my ponytail is half as thick.

Then there is the issue of the ever-expanding territory of my forehead...arghhhh.

I should go back to using Kiehl's hair products.

yorkie_mama22 · 03-06-2010, 08:17 AM

Im using dove right now and I love the smells of both the shampoo and conditioner. Makes my hair feel nice for a few days.

margaritaville · 03-06-2010, 08:37 AM

My daughter is a beautician and my hair was getting dry and dull. She started me using Moroccan oil shampoo and conditioner. It's a little hard to find but it's great, at least for me.

cdawnfine · 03-06-2010, 08:48 AM

I am in the same place as you right now with my hair. I use Treseme but just as important as the shampoo and conditioner is the styling products. I use a heat protector by treseme as well. Some days I let it dry by itself and use a flat iron so it is pin straight, and other times I use the blow dryer (conair hand held with brush attachment) But I always make sure not to blow dry and iron on the same day and I do not always condition but always use a heat protector spray. I would suggest getting a good healthy cut of the ends you do not need to cut it all off, just get small trims more often until you notice a difference.

Britster · 03-06-2010, 08:54 AM

I have REALLY thick hair and when I let it air dry it becomes really curly naturally. But lately, my hair has been sooo dry. I think it's weather plus we have well water which SUCKS for hair!! My mom owns a salon so I've tried every "professional" shampoo's out there. Pantene is personally my favorite though. It makes my hair so silky and shiny and soft even in the well water. I always use the Malibu conditioner which is a conditioner specifically for well water. I also color my hair every month though (partial foil highlights) and flat iron almost every day so it's totally breaking my hair. I need to fix it too!

MaddiesMommie · 03-06-2010, 09:23 AM

My sis got me a set of Shampoo, Conditioner, and leave in Conditioner from Victoria's Secret. It is the SO SEXY line. OMGish I LOVE it. My hair smells delicious and feels incredible. (I am not in anyway afiliated with this company.

) You just have to use a little and it really works.

I have had the same $10 bottles for almost 3months and am just now almost out. The leave in doesn't make you hair oily either. I would HIGHLY recommend for anyone to try.

BellaBlue82 · 03-06-2010, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by capt_noonie

As much I want to believe the advertising that shampoos will change your hair, I just know they don't. I buy anything that says "volume" or "thickening" and my hair is always the same. You just can't beat genetics. If your mom already warned you of what's to come, I say just embrace it don't try to fight it. I hate my hair.

One of my bff's is the same. When we were in HS she had so much hair and nice and thick, and now it's thin and not a lot.

I would have to agree. I have used so many different shampoos it makes my head spin, and they're all the same. The only advice I can give is if you color your hair, make sure you get a color treated shampoo so that your color doesn't fade so fast, and get regular haircuts... it helps a lot! I had long hair all of my life (it almost touched my butt!) and finally last year I decided to chop it to my shoulders and get the "Victoria Beckham A-Line cut." I loved it so much, and it makes your head feel so much lighter, it's amazing!

DvlshAngel985 · 03-06-2010, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by JoshieBoy

You might want to try Garnier Fructis' Sleek and Shine products. I love those products.
FOR HAIR THAT SHINES WITH ALL ITS STRENGTH - Garnier

I used them for a while then they discontinued all my favorite products

cj125 · 03-06-2010, 11:45 AM

A GOOD cut is #1 (not just a haircut)

Vitamins - Prenatal vitamins are good

Good shampoo/conditioner with color protectant (I believe you get what you pay for so I do go to Ulta to get my sham/cond but hubby has a ton of thick hair and he uses Suave - go figure!)

Heat protectant for blow drying

Root lifter

For curly hair - use a diffuser and don't dry it all the way - use a curl activator and crunch your hair - use a pick - never brush

For straight hair - instead of flat ironing - try using a curling brush (the heat isn't as direct as a flat/curling iron and it will still staighten out most of the curls) (looks like a curling iron except it has a brush)

Don't keep your hair in a ponytail 90% of the time - it does pull on your hair

DvlshAngel985 · 03-06-2010, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by cj125

A GOOD cut is #1 (not just a haircut)

Vitamins - Prenatal vitamins are good

Good shampoo/conditioner with color protectant (I believe you get what you pay for so I do go to Ulta to get my sham/cond but hubby has a ton of thick hair and he uses Suave - go figure!)

Heat protectant for blow drying

Root lifter

For curly hair - use a diffuser and don't dry it all the way - use a curl activator and crunch your hair - use a pick - never brush

For straight hair - instead of flat ironing - try using a curling brush (the heat isn't as direct as a flat/curling iron and it will still staighten out most of the curls) (looks like a curling iron except it has a brush)

Don't keep your hair in a ponytail 90% of the time - it does pull on your hair

Good tips! Prenatal vitamins? Really??? I know I shouldn't keep my hair in a pony all the time but it's my quick fix for poofyness, I just don't deal with it.

JoshieBoy · 03-06-2010, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985

I used them for a while then they discontinued all my favorite products

Oh, that sucks.

I hate when companies discontinue my favorite products. I love Garnier Fructis’ leave in and deep conditioners. Have you tried Nexus? They make some nice products.

Maximo · 03-06-2010, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by cj125

Don't keep your hair in a ponytail 90% of the time - it does pull on your hair

This has been my weakness...and it does ruin a good head of hair.

mizzwanned · 03-06-2010, 01:23 PM

I use Aussie shampoo and I like it a lot. I also use Oscar Blande hair products from Sephora for shine, or Phyto...they are both great!!

Maximo · 03-06-2010, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by mizzwanned

I use Aussie shampoo and I like it a lot. I also use Oscar Blande hair products from Sephora for shine, or Phyto...they are both great!!

They must be great because your hair looked very healthy and shiny in the pictures you posted of your highlights.

Nico29 · 03-06-2010, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Maximo

This has been my weakness...and it does ruin a good head of hair.

My hair is 98% of the time in a low ponytail. I have heard that the elastics (the skinny ones) can really damage hair. So when I am at home I use the big fabric scrunci (like the 80's style velvet kind) and that has really helped. Also, if you wear your hair in a pony don't pull it too tightly because that can damage your hair too. I wear the skinny (Goody) elastics out of the house but I never wrap them too tight. Garnier has been known to cause breakouts on your forehead. It happened to me and several people I know but I love how it makes my hair look. Now I just wash my face after I shampoo. I think the Keratase hair care line is amazing. It works miracles for sure. Their products are very expensive but it will do wonders for your hair. JMO

03-06-2010, 08:37 AM	#18
margaritaville Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: west long branch, n.j. Posts: 4,457	My daughter is a beautician and my hair was getting dry and dull. She started me using Moroccan oil shampoo and conditioner. It's a little hard to find but it's great, at least for me. __________________ Joan, Bubba and Sissy-BEWARE OF PUPPY MILLS breathe in, breathe out, move on -jb

03-06-2010, 08:54 AM	#20
Britster Action Jackson ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,815	I have REALLY thick hair and when I let it air dry it becomes really curly naturally. But lately, my hair has been sooo dry. I think it's weather plus we have well water which SUCKS for hair!! My mom owns a salon so I've tried every "professional" shampoo's out there. Pantene is personally my favorite though. It makes my hair so silky and shiny and soft even in the well water. I always use the Malibu conditioner which is a conditioner specifically for well water. I also color my hair every month though (partial foil highlights) and flat iron almost every day so it's totally breaking my hair. I need to fix it too! __________________ ~ Brit & Lights! Camera! Jackson! CGC ETD TKP ~ Follow Jackson on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jacksontheterrier

03-06-2010, 09:23 AM	#21
MaddiesMommie LoveMy2 Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 4,060	My sis got me a set of Shampoo, Conditioner, and leave in Conditioner from Victoria's Secret. It is the SO SEXY line. OMGish I LOVE it. My hair smells delicious and feels incredible. (I am not in anyway afiliated with this company.) You just have to use a little and it really works. I have had the same $10 bottles for almost 3months and am just now almost out. The leave in doesn't make you hair oily either. I would HIGHLY recommend for anyone to try.

03-06-2010, 11:45 AM	#24
cj125 Mia, Max and Moe's Mom Donating Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 4,403	A couple more tips... A GOOD cut is #1 (not just a haircut) Vitamins - Prenatal vitamins are good Good shampoo/conditioner with color protectant (I believe you get what you pay for so I do go to Ulta to get my sham/cond but hubby has a ton of thick hair and he uses Suave - go figure!) Heat protectant for blow drying Root lifter For curly hair - use a diffuser and don't dry it all the way - use a curl activator and crunch your hair - use a pick - never brush For straight hair - instead of flat ironing - try using a curling brush (the heat isn't as direct as a flat/curling iron and it will still staighten out most of the curls) (looks like a curling iron except it has a brush) Don't keep your hair in a ponytail 90% of the time - it does pull on your hair __________________ *Connie* Mia Max Moe

03-06-2010, 01:23 PM	#28
mizzwanned Donating YT 11K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: new york Posts: 14,007 Blog Entries: 2	I use Aussie shampoo and I like it a lot. I also use Oscar Blande hair products from Sephora for shine, or Phyto...they are both great!! __________________ Primrose, Teddy..RIP, Livie..RIP, And can never forget my duo Sophie and London, Run in Peace <3

03-06-2010, 08:17 AM	#17
yorkie_mama22 Currently Suspended! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 2,275	Im using dove right now and I love the smells of both the shampoo and conditioner. Makes my hair feel nice for a few days.

03-06-2010, 08:48 AM	#19
cdawnfine Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: nj Posts: 1,256	I am in the same place as you right now with my hair. I use Treseme but just as important as the shampoo and conditioner is the styling products. I use a heat protector by treseme as well. Some days I let it dry by itself and use a flat iron so it is pin straight, and other times I use the blow dryer (conair hand held with brush attachment) But I always make sure not to blow dry and iron on the same day and I do not always condition but always use a heat protector spray. I would suggest getting a good healthy cut of the ends you do not need to cut it all off, just get small trims more often until you notice a difference.