Did you know there are many myths about hair care that men still believe? These myths not only damage the hair in the short term but can also cause permanent damage to your regal mane (your hair!). Learn about the most common 10 hair care myths (for men) in this article. For professional advice on Men’s Health log on to MaleFlows to take charge of your health.
10 Hair Care Myths Men Still Believe
These 10 hair care myths are still believed and even followed by men (they need to be stopped!):
Myth no.1: Frequent cutting of your hair makes it grow rapidly:
Truth: Hair growth depends on genetics, health, and diet. It doesn’t matter how often you cut your hair. However, trimming them regularly, around every 6 to 8 weeks (about 2 months), helps to maintain hair health and removes split ends, which make them appear fuller and healthier. But trimming itself doesn’t speed up the growth of the hair, it makes hair look its best.
Myth no.2: Plucking white/grey hair can lead to more white hair growth:
Truth: Plucking a white hair doesn’t cause more white hair to grow in its place. Instead, it damages the hair follicle over time, which leads to hair loss, which contributes to the thinning of your hair. So, it’s best to leave the grey hair there, or if it bothers you, use natural color treatment to color it.
Myth no.3: Brush your hair as much as you can throughout the day to make it grow faster:
Truth: Over-brushing can do more harm than good because it can lead to breakage and scalp irritation. Instead, focus on gentle brushing with a good-quality (wide-tooth comb or soft) brush with flexible bristles to detangle hair without causing damage. Start from the ends and go all the way up to your scalp as you detangle, to minimize damage by brushing. Brushing your hair before washing helps to lower knots and tangles caused by shampooing. Do brush regularly but not very often/rigorously to keep them shiny, healthy, and for a well-stimulated scalp.
Myth no.4: Dry scalp is the reason for dandruff:
Truth: Dandruff is a common condition that affects many people, but it isn’t caused by dry scalp; instead, overgrowth of yeast-like fungus called Malassezia that feeds on the oils of the scalp is the culprit. It can occur on an oily scalp, not on a dry one. If you have dandruff, you need to choose an anti-dandruff shampoo containing ingredients like zinc pyrithione, ketoconazole, selenium sulfide, or salicylic acid to manage yeast and lower flaking. Make sure you follow all instructions carefully to use the shampoo for the best results. Additionally, avoid heavy oils and conditioners on the scalp because they promote fungal growth.
Myth no.5: It’s better to air dry (than blow drying) your hair:
Truth: While it is true that excessive heat from blow drying can damage hair, air drying is not always the best. This is because it is not ideal for every hair type or situation, such as leaving wet hair for too long can damage the hair shaft, causing it to swell and weaken, leading to frizz, breakage, and split ends. Instead, what you can do is to combine air drying and blow drying for optimal hair health. Allow your hair to partially air dry before using a blow dryer on a low heat setting to finish the drying process. It minimizes heat exposure while preventing hair from remaining wet for too long. Make sure to use a heat protectant spray before blow-drying to protect your hair from potential heat damage.
Myth no.6: Wearing hats can cause hair loss:
Truth: Wearing hats doesn’t cause hair to fall out; rather, hair loss occurs due to genetic factors or health issues. You may think it happens due to wearing a hat because it often makes the loose hair fall out, which is supposed to fall out anyway. So, understand that wearing hats is safe and doesn’t cause hair loss.
Myth no.7: It is important to wash your hair daily:
Truth: It is not true because it leads to over washing, which strips your hair of natural oils, which causes dryness and damage. Most people usually wash their hair with shampoo 2 to 3 times a week. Hair washing frequency depends on a number of factors like hair type and style, how oily your scalp is, your activity levels, etc. According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, some people may need to wash their hair daily if their scalps are oily, but this doesn’t apply to all hair care routines.
Myth no.8: More shampoo leads to clearer hair:
Truth: Using more shampoo doesn’t make your hair cleaner, instead, it strips your hair of natural oils, leading to dryness and potential damage. You need to use the right amount of shampoo to clean your hair effectively based on hair type and length, and focus on thorough cleaning, but be gentle. The proper technique is massaging the scalp and rinsing thoroughly to keep your hair clean and healthy.
Myth no.9: Shaving your hair makes it grow back thicker:
Truth: It is an extremely popular myth, but it is not true. Shaving doesn’t improve the thickness or color of your hair. What you may notice is that shaved hair feels coarser when it grows back because it is cut from the thickest part of the hair shaft. But it is temporary, your hair eventually regains its natural texture and thickness.
Myth no.10: Coloring your hair can cause permanent hair loss:
Truth: Many people believe that coloring hair will cause long-term hair loss. It only happens if you use it excessively or improperly, but it causes temporary dryness or damage, not permanent. To get satisfactory results, use high-quality dyes and follow instructions to minimize damage. Additionally, using conditioners and treatments that are used to color hair to maintain their health. Hair coloring, if done correctly, can safely change your look.
These hair care myths are still commonly believed by men; they need to be avoided to ensure your hair gets the right care it deserves for maintaining your look in the long run. Make sure you don’t fall for these myths and follow the ways to keep your hair healthy.
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