Shampoos

Question
QUESTION: I am currently trying to take every possible measure to try and regrow a lot of hair that was lost due to chronic telogen effluvium because of diet and stress. My hair dresser stresses that I only use shampoos like Nioxin or Nism that do not contain wax or silicones because they will block the follicles and prevent growth, and to get rid of some of the acne and sebum that developed during my period of stress.

I was wondering if this should be a concern? My hair is literally impossible to brush when I use these types of shampoos/conditioners. I usually use ones like Dove or Fruictus that make it actually possible to brush through after washing. Any suggestions on how to keep my scalp in healthy condition to regrow what I've lost as well as keeping it manageable?

Thanks so much for your time!!



ANSWER: Unfortunately there is a lot of myths about shampoo causing problems by clogging pores. I do not know of even one dermatologist who believes that since it is so bizarre. Your dermatologist is a good source of information and I doubt you would get the same advice as you got from your hair stylist. If you are looking to get something to use on your scalp to speed the recovery try the Revivogen product line. www.revivogen.com



A once a day application of 5% minoxidil in the morning as the last thing you do before combing your hair will help bring back lost hairs. It will have to be used six months to see the results.

Stress and changing hormones which cause the loss have nothing to do with clogged pores.



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QUESTION: Thanks for your answer!

The only worry my hair dresser had was that the drug-store shampoos have a waxy substance in them that builds up on the scalp leaving a layer of wax on it which makes it difficult if not impossible for the new hairs to break through... is this reasonable at all to believe?

I've also heard that vinegar rinse will help get rid of this, is this true?

Thanks again! -- just trying to get the info right!


Answer
There is no truth to the idea that waxes build up and plug the pores. This is something thought up to see a particular brand of shampoo. Ask your dermatologist or you can get some answers from sites such as this one http://www.askcosmetics.com/myths.htm