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Going back to regular shampoo

NewNickname1x1000 — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 02:48:17 GMT

Has anybody gone back to regular shampoo after using "all natural" or "clean shampoo?" I've had many hormonal medical issues/surgeries and wanted to try sulfate free shampoo/conditioners feeling they would be safer. Most health problems are under control now, but yesterday was the tipping point. I can not believe the amount of hair I lost yesterday. The most ever in 9 years. I can't use biotin in supplemental form. Also, I don't blame any products, I've tried so many different kinds. I just don't know if going back to the old stuff would make a difference. Are there any women with hair loss who have gone back and what do you use?

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jellyBEAN — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 02:57:53 GMT

@NewNickname1x1000 Funny, we are on the same wave-length (no pun intended). I just posted asking about shampoo & conditioner suggestions for my hair as well. Like you, I've been trying a lot of sulfate-free "healthy" products, that just aren't working well on my hair. We can each check out each others suggestions for this, and maybe we'll come across something that will work for us.

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Ibby114 — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 03:06:43 GMT

I used to use Wen - or other cleansing conditioners- most days and a 'healthy' sulfate free shampoo/conditioner once or twice a week. Since the pandemic, though- I've been on a break coloring my hair- so sulfate free isn't a current need.

Right now I'm using up whatever drug store brands I've stockpiled over time- and am looking forward to seeing what mother nature hands me in the coming months!

Going back to regular shampoo

Katcat1 — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 03:17:33 GMT

I use sulfate free and I have a couple of sulfate shampoos. In recent years, I never used condiitoners because they weigh my hair down. However, I am loving this spray on conditioner that gives me a little body and a beautiful shine, some softness and tangle free. It is Mario Badescu's spray on conditioner. I also love his gentle Chamomile shampoo and use Acure shampoos and have a few others. I am crazy when it comes to shampoos and body wash. One is never enough. I always need 3 or 4. lol

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NewNickname1x1000 — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 03:18:55 GMT

I think my husband has store bought shampoo in his bathroom. I am letting my grey/gray come in naturally. I haven't had color or any heat on my hair since summer of 2017. I've only trimmed my hair a few times since then also. Thank you for answering @Ibby114 and good luck with mother nature.

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NewNickname1x1000 — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 03:21:02 GMT

Oh thank you @jellyBEAN I didn't see your post. LOL I'll have to check it out.

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NewNickname1x1000 — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 03:23:27 GMT

Thank you @Katcat1 I'll have to check them out.

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Icegoddess — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 03:51:10 GMT

If you're using styling products that contain silicones, the sulfate-free shampoos might not be able to get your hair clean. Since I have been coloring my hair red, I have been using sulfate-free shampoos for years. I use a basic Curly Girl Method which avoids sulfates, silicones, and drying alcohols. But, even then, since I ave hard water, I'll use a sulfate shampoo to get the buildup off before I color. A good one is Malibu Undo Goo or for hard water buildup Malibu Hard Water shampoo. However, your hair is dead, so I don't know that product build-up on the hair would cause hair loss. I would concentrate on the scalp. But, first, you might want to rule out a medical condition.

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OkeyDokey — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 04:42:51 GMT

I stopped using sulfate free quite some time ago because my hair always looked awful. Never have looked back.

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CalminHeart — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 12:18:40 GMT

My hair always looked greasy with sulphate free shampoo so I don't use it.

Right now, I'm using Biolage Hydrasource shampoo. I use a clarifying shampoo once or twice a week and a little leave-in conditioner most days. I might have used a hair dryer twice this year. I usually let it air dry.

I've always had straight hair but have 2 curly spots ever since menopause that stick out like like Pippi Longstocking's pigtails. I sometimes use a flat iron on those two places.

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Shanus — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 12:27:09 GMT

@NewNickname1x1000 The reply from @Icegoddess is spot on for curly or straight hair. Sulfates, silicones and alcohol in all hair products will dry out your scalp and hair causing split ends and eventually breakage.

It's the strong strong cleansing agents related to sulfates, not the idea of "clean" or "all natural". The silicones in products will coat the hair shaft so air cannot penetrate it to moisturize the strands, but more importantly, it dries out your scalp as well. Alcohol obviously is drying, too.

Using or not using sulfates does not depend on whether or not you're trying to keep hair color from fading. If you're losing an abnormal amount of hair and are rightly concerned, I'd check with your doc. Hormones, thyroid, or meds you are taking may be the culprits.

While waiting for your appointment, I recommend sleeping on a silk or satin pillowcase instead of cotton to reduce friction and breakage. It also helps with wrinkles as skin also tends to slide more easily. Try to limit hot tools and frequent washing...3 times a week should be enough and not dry out scalp. I also use a inexpensive (Dollar Store) rubber hair massager to stimulate my scalp in the shower while washing/conditioning my hair. The scalp is the only thing you can treat. As @Icegoddess pointed out, hair is dead and you can only stop breakage, but not "treat" it.

Please let me know if you see improvement after a doc's recommendations. ***Since you say health issues are under control, your scalp/hair may be going through a shed and repair stage and the issue may cure itself.

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SilleeMee — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 13:11:42 GMT

I've had hair loss problems for most of my adult life and for one year I went bald. For me shampoos or conditioners never did anything to improve it. The only thing which has helped me is a hair growth laser device. As for my shampoo, I use an inexpensive and very good one made by Giovanni...Tea Tree Triple Treat is the name of it. It's top-rated by thousands. I buy it by the gallon but some places sell small 2-oz. travel/trial sizes and you can try it that way as I did.

ETA - Lately I've seen on the news where people are losing their hair b/c of covid and covid-related stress. I was sick with covid but I didn't lose any hair...TG! That's all I need right now.

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just bee — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 12:39:38 GMT

I had a collection of Acure shampoos and conditioners before my house burned in 2019. Had to toss my toiletries and start all over again.

What have I been using on my hair? Suave Almond + Shea Butter. I don't get the itchy scalp that plagued me when I was using Acure.

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Shanus — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 12:50:45 GMT

@NewNickname1x1000 As you can see, there are as many suggestions as there are hair types. You will need to find what works for you, BUT I'd still suggest ruling out any medical causes.

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just bee — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 12:59:03 GMT

Like @Shanus , I've been using one of those scalp thingies in the shower. And I switched from using a regular bath towel to dry my hair to a microfiber towel (the yellow ones they sell at Costco).

Switching towels has seemed to help. My routine is wash 'n' wear hair. I use shampoo and conditioner, but no styling products. I don't even use a blow dryer.

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Shanus — Sat, 24 Oct 2020 13:17:08 GMT

@just bee wrote:
Like @Shanus , I've been using one of those scalp thingies in the shower. And I switched from using a regular bath towel to dry my hair to a microfiber towel (the yellow ones they sell at Costco).

Switching towels has seemed to help. My routine is wash 'n' wear hair. I use shampoo and conditioner, but no styling products. I don't even use a blow dryer.

Great point @just bee . Forgot about the microfiber towels. Turbie Twists were ahead of their time.

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Sunshine Kate — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 13:29:21 GMT

I have gotten my hair highlighted/lowlighted and have for many years. I used sulfate free shampoo/conditioner.

My hair was breaking off so much using sulfate free.

I switched back to regular shampoo/conditioner and my hair is growing back so much and seems thicker.

I thought sulfate free would help save my color/highlights, but turns out I see no difference between sulfate free and regular shampoo as far as saving color.

I'm liking old fashioned products better.

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Still Raining — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 14:27:35 GMT

When this all started last March, I had to take whatever the grocery loaded up.

Eyeopening! Wasted so much for years. Let's face it, all we want is clean and some conditioners can actually weigh down hair. Giving up hot tools helps too.

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Tricolor — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 14:37:53 GMT

I still try to use sulfate free shampoos because I think it helps my color to stay fresh.Shampoos with sulfates seem to dry me out too.

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deb5555 — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 14:46:06 GMT

Try johnson and johnson baby shampoo or J+J head to toe shampoo, worth a try.