The Biggest Haircare Myths Stylists Want You to Stop Believing
I've been cutting hair for over fifteen years, and I still hear the same old wives' tales from clients every single day. Some are harmless enough, but others? They're actually making your hair worse. Here at The Warehouse Salon in Fairfield, my colleagues and I spend half our time undoing damage that comes from following bad advice found on the internet or passed down through generations.
So let me set the record straight on a few things that drive us crazy.
The Trim-for-Growth Fantasy
Look, I get it. Someone told you that cutting your hair makes it grow faster, and it sounds logical. But here's the thing - your hair grows from your scalp, not from the ends. I could trim your hair every week and it wouldn't change how fast new growth comes in.
That said, regular trims are still important. When you skip them, split ends travel up the hair shaft and cause breakage. So while trimming doesn't make hair grow faster, it does prevent you from losing length to damage. I usually tell my clients to come in every 8-10 weeks, depending on their hair type.
If you're dealing with dry ends between appointments, try a bond-repair treatment like Olaplex. It won't replace a good cut, but it helps hold things together.
Why I Cringe When Clients Mention Drugstore Shampoo
I'm not trying to upsell you - I promise. But there's a real difference between what we use here and what you'll find at CVS. Professional lines like Shibui or Keune are formulated with higher concentrations of active ingredients. They're designed to actually repair and protect your hair.
Many drugstore shampoos rely on cheap fillers and harsh sulfates that strip everything from your hair, including the good stuff. You might get immediate shine from silicones, but over time your hair becomes dependent on them and feels lifeless without constant product buildup.
I've seen too many clients come in with hair that looks great right after washing but feels like straw by day two. That's usually a sign of product buildup from low-quality ingredients.
Stop Brushing Your Hair to Death
Whoever started the "100 strokes a night" thing clearly never worked with damaged hair. Over-brushing is one of the fastest ways to create breakage, especially if you have fine or chemically processed hair.
Your hair doesn't need constant stimulation - it needs to be left alone most of the time. When you do need to detangle, use a wide-tooth comb on damp (not soaking) hair with a leave-in conditioner. Start from the ends and work your way up.
I recommend Shibui Everything Spray to most of my clients because it detangles without weighing hair down. But honestly, any decent leave-in will work better than aggressive brushing.
The Air-Drying Myth That Surprises Everyone
This one always catches people off guard. Yes, heat can damage your hair. But leaving your hair wet for hours isn't great either. When hair is wet, it swells and becomes more fragile. The longer it stays in that vulnerable state, the more likely you are to get breakage.
A proper blow-dry with heat protection is often safer than letting hair air-dry, especially if you have thick or coarse hair that takes forever to dry naturally. The key is using the right products and technique.
Before any heat styling, I always apply a thermal protectant like Keune's Vital Nutrition Thermal Cream. It creates a barrier between your hair and the heat while adding moisture.
Not All Expensive Products Are Worth It (But Some Really Are)
I've tried hundreds of products over the years, from $3 drugstore bottles to $80 luxury treatments. Price doesn't always equal quality, but sometimes it does.
The products I keep recommending year after year are the ones that consistently deliver results. Alterna's Caviar line, for instance, is expensive but it actually does what it claims - it restores moisture to mature or damaged hair in a way that cheaper alternatives just can't match.
The trick is finding products that match your specific hair type and concerns. What works for my client with fine, oily hair won't work for someone with thick, dry curls.
What Actually Matters for Healthy Hair
After all these years, I've learned that healthy hair comes down to three things: gentle handling, appropriate products, and regular maintenance. That's it.
You don't need a 10-step routine or the latest Instagram trend. You need to understand your hair type, treat it with care, and see a professional regularly for trims and treatments.
Here at The Warehouse Salon on Bloomfield Avenue, we've built our reputation on giving honest advice, even when it means selling fewer products. Whether you're coming in for a cut, color, or just a consultation, we'll tell you what your hair actually needs - not what we think you want to hear.
Book an appointment when you're ready for a straight answer about your hair. And next time someone shares a "miracle" hair tip with you, remember - if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
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Sofia Montella
Sofia is a highly skilled beauty expert at Deland Florida Location. She possesses a thorough understanding of hair products and the science behind hair and hairstyling.
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