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When would you not use a hair conditioner
(17 Sep 2007)

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Hair Treatment with Conditioner

Conditioner is an extremely useful hair care product which helps to keep hair strong, vibrant and healthy. It is available in various forms such as gels, sprays, mousses and rinse-outs or leave-in creams. It contains different types of ingredients such as moisturizers, reconstructors, acidifiers, thermal protectors, oils, glossers, detanglers, lubricants and surfactants. It helps to manage excessive curly, perm or colored hair and keeps them smooth. You can apply hair conditioner after shampooing your hair. Do not use the conditioner like a shampoo. Never apply it on the hair roots as it will cause damage to hair roots. Always apply the conditioner below ear level. Avoid leaving the conditioner more than 5-10 minutes on the hair. If you already have oily hair, then do not use the conditioner as it can make your hair some what sticky. If you have not applied any color on your hair, then you need not use the hair conditioner. If your hair is not treated by curling or straightening chemicals, then also you may not use the conditioner. If your hair is naturally silky and manageable, then you can avoid using conditioners and keep them bouncy and shiny. You may also avoid use of hair conditioners, if your hair cannot stand exposure to sun or chemicals.

answered by P W on 14 May 2008, 4:19:49

 

Information on Hair Conditioner

Hair conditioner is typically used for dry and frizzy hair. If you hair is in this state, and you need to make it settle down, it is always better to use conditioner. Conditioner will align your hair shaft so that the frizz is completely eliminated, thereby giving your hair a smooth and shiny appearance. If your hair is excessively dry, you will have to cure this condition as well by using a good conditioner meant specifically for this purpose. Conditioners that come with a label marked "for dry hair" will restore the amount of moisture you need in your hair to keep it vital and healthy, which your hair is naturally unable to do.

It is generally avoidable to use conditioner if you have excessively oily hair. Adding the weight of the conditioner to it will only make it heavier and oilier and it will fall flat. If your hair is excessively conditioned, then it will also tend to clump together in places and look greasy and unkempt. This kind of a situation also arises when you live too close to the sea and have a generally humid atmosphere. Excessive humidity will absent the need for a conditioner. For most part, pin straight hair also does not require conditioner, as it is usually well moisturized and healthy on its own.

answered by G S on 31 Mar 2008, 12:10:58

 

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