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  • Question
    How do you treat damaged hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    Treat damaged hair with a combination of moisturizing ingredients and protein. This will help hair feel softer and add strength and shine.
  • Question
    What promotes hair growth?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    General health has a lot to do with hair growth. Eating a nutritious diet and drinking lots of water promote hair growth. Biotin supplements also encourage growth.
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    What makes your hair grow faster?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    A balanced diet and plenty of water optimizes your hair's growth potential. Hair also grows faster in the summer months.
  • Question
    How do you get gorgeous hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    Make your hair look it's best by treating it well. Shampoo and condition with products specially designed for your hair type and avoid chemical treatments and heat styling.
  • Question
    My hair is dry and kind of big. How can I get smooth, silky hair?
    Ashley Adams
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Ashley Adams is a Licensed Cosmetologist and Hair Stylist in Illinois. She completed her Cosmetology education at John Amico School of Hair Design in 2016.
    Professional Hair Stylist
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    For the dryness, you can do a deep conditioning treatment. To get smooth silky hair, you can use a straightener to straighten your hair. However, only use a straightener if your hair is healthy enough.
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    My hair is curly and dry, and I have dandruff too. Do you have any advice for smoothing out my curls and getting rid of the dandruff?
    Ashley Adams
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Ashley Adams is a Licensed Cosmetologist and Hair Stylist in Illinois. She completed her Cosmetology education at John Amico School of Hair Design in 2016.
    Professional Hair Stylist
    Expert Answer
    You can begin by using an anti-dandruff shampoo weekly to take care of the dandruff. For heat-free curls, you can use a roller set, instead of defining them with a curling iron.
  • Question
    My hair is dry and kind of big. How can I get smooth, silky hair?
    Community Answer
    Apply coconut oil every night before sleeping. Keep it on all night and wash it in the morning with a little amount of shampoo and keep your conditioner in during your whole shower, rinsing it at the end with cold water.
  • Question
    I almost always tie my hair up because when its down it gets too tangled - any suggestions on how to prevent tangled hair?
    Community Answer
    I have the same problem. Use conditioner and/or detangling sprays. If you prefer a natural approach, almond or jasmine oil both work too. Make sure you use a comb and not a hairbrush.
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    What can you do for dry and oily hair?
    Community Answer
    Try argan oil. This is best for dry hair, but can help oily hair. As the oil is light, it does not make the hair more oily, like other oils (Moroccan oil) would do. Look for hair masks that target that a specific hair type. Leave-in conditioner also helps. Try dandruff shampoo if you have a dry scalp.
  • Question
    How do I make my hair shiny?
    Community Answer
    Use a hair mask made specifically for this purpose, or put conditioner in your hair and comb it through to the ends. Rinse with cold water. You can also find hair balms and sprays that add shine after you wash it.
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    How can I best protect my hair?
    Community Answer
    Use heat protectant. Use the right products. Get deep conditioning two times a month. Don't stress. Visit a dermatologist.
  • Question
    Do I use shampoo or conditioner first?
    Community Answer
    Use shampoo first. Shampoo should be rubbed into the scalp, and conditioner should target mid-lengths to ends.
  • Question
    Can I make my hair beautiful with only water?
    Community Answer
    Not really. Water doesn't do anything for hair besides rinsing out whatever products you used in it. It can also make it slightly shinier if you rinse your hair with cold water, versus hot or warm. But if you really want healthy, beautiful hair, you will have to use products that nourish your hair (and take good care of yourself in general).
  • Question
    How do I dip condition my hair?
    Community Answer
    Put conditioner and water in a bowl and gently dip in the ends.
  • Question
    Everyone thinks I have beautiful hair, but i personally feel that I don't. How do I convince myself?
    Community Answer
    A lot of people have things about themselves that they don't personally like, even though they get compliments. If a lot of people tell you this, they're probably right. They've got no reason to lie. If you're still not convinced, try different hairstyles and different looks for your hair and maybe you'll like some of the different looks better.
  • Question
    How can I make my hair thinner?
    Community Answer
    There's not much you can do, but try talking about a cut with a hairdresser. They might be able to cut your hair to a style that's more suitable for you.
  • Question
    I cut my hair really short. What can I do to get it long and shiny and smooth again?
    Community Answer
    Keep it healthy and clean and get it trimmed frequently to get rid of dead ends.
  • Question
    Can I cut my hair once in a month?
    Smileybook
    Community Answer
    Yes, the recommended time is 4-8 weeks. Make sure to cut at least the dead ends off, because that will make your hair healthier and more resilient.
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