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| Hair
Treatment |
| Normal
Hair |
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If
your hair is naturally lustrous and easy to manage,
it falls in the category of normal hair. The oil
glands are producing the amount of oil that your
need for the health of the hair. The distribution
and flow of oil along the hair shaft is normal,
keeping the hair free of problems. This, however,
does not mean that your hair does not require
regular care. There are several factors that can
upset the normal balance of the scalp, like exposure
to the sun, air pollutants, permanent wave lotions,
sprays, dyes, chemical colourants or illness.
Therefore, normal hair must also be given regular
care. |
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| Dry
Hair |
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If
your hair is difficult to manage and has the 'fly
away' look, you probably have dry hair. The oil
glands are not secreting enough natural oil, or
the hair has suffered damage from chemical treatments
and exposure to the elements. Dry hair looks dull
and acquires split ends easily. It may also be
brittle and break off easily. Sometimes, the use
of wrong shampoos can cause dryness. So also can
a bad case of dandruff. |
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| Oily
Hair |
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| If you
have an oily skin, the chances are that your hair
is oily too. The sebaceous glands are over-active
and are producing excessive oil. Your hair looks
good when you shampoo, but becomes limp soon after. |
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| Mixed
Condition Hair |
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| This kind
of hair usually has poor distribution of oil along
the hair shaft. The scalp may be oily, but the hair
is dry. There may be dandruff, with the scales clogging
the pores of the scalp. |
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| Tips
for Cleansing and Washing of the hair |
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- Wet your hair thoroughly before applying
shampoo.
- Do not use very hot water to wash the hair.
- Think quality when you select your shampoo.
- Using a lot of shampoo does not get your hair
cleaner. It only causes depletion of oil and
moisture.
- Apply the shampoo with a light massage, working
it into the scalp and hair with the finger tips.
- Rinse your hair very well after your shampoo,
to get rid of all soapy residue.
- To dry your hair, first wrap your head in
a towel and let it soak up excess water. Be
very gentle. Blot your hair, instead of rubbing
vigorously with the towel.
- Do not brush wet hair. Use a wide toothed
comb to get all the tangles out, working from
the ends upwards.
- Avoid the use of hair dryers as much as possible.
Let the hair dry naturally.
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| Skin
Treatment |
| The type of skin you have depends
on the activity of the sebaceous, or oil producing
glands. |
Normal:
Balanced skin. It is neither oily, nor dry. It has
a translucent, soft, smooth texture and a healthy
glow. |
Dry:
The sebaceous glands are less active. The skin lacks
both oil and moisture. It is fine-textured and fragile,
as it is vulnerable to changes in temperature and
humidity. It flakes easily and develops early lines
and wrinkles. |
Oily:
The sebaceous glands are overactive. The skin has
a greasy shine. The texture is coarse, due to enlarged
pores. It is prone to clogged pores, blackheads,
pimples and acne. |
Combination:
The skin has a greasy area, while surrounding areas
are dry. The T-zone, consisting of forehead, nose
and chin are usually greasy. The cheeks and area
around the eyes are dry. This is the most common
skin type. |
| Apart from these, there are other
types, which are exaggerated versions of the main
types. They have been dealt with separately, under
'skin problems', 'ageing skin' and so on. |
| • Identify your skin-type by
the look and feel of your skin. Choose products
according to skin-type. |
| • Adjust skin-care products
and daily routine according to changing needs of
the skin, as it ages, or comes under external influences. |
| • Consult a beauty therapist
and take professional facials and treatments regularly,
after the age of 25. |
For Skin Cleansing:
Make a pulp of raw papaya
and apply. Papaya has a cleansing action, softening
dead skin cells and aiding their removal.
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For All Skin Types:
Grated cucumber can
be applied all over the face. The juice is good
for the skin around the eyes too. Helps to tighten
the skin and has a cooling and refreshing effect.
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| TEENS |
Follow an appropriate cleansing
routine to keep the pores free of clogged sebum.
Seek professional help for the removal of blackheads
and treatment of acne.
Never pinch blackheads and pimples. + Acne, if controlled
in good time, can prevent scarring.
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| 20s: |
Select a skin-care routine
according to skin type.
Cleanse, tone and moisturise twice a day.
Protect your skin from the sun and air pollutants.
Remember to remove all make-up before bedtime.
A routine of regular care and a healthy lifestyle
should be established.
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| 30s: |
Have regular salon facials
to cleanse and tone the skin.
If you have dry skin, step up daily moisturisation.
Pay attention to the area around the eyes, using
specialised products for cleansing and nourishing.
These are the child bearing years.
Seek professional care for 'chloasma' (hyperpigmentation).
Avoid the sun and protect the skin against sun-exposure.
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| 40s: |
Regular exfoliation with masks or
scrubs helps to step up the cell
renewal process.
Salon facials, with massage, toning and nourishing
on a weekly
basis help to delay ageing.
Moisturised cleansers, masks and make-up items should
be used.
Intensive moisturisation may be necessary.
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