Z-kitty said:
The hair didnt sink...........
k- that's good. Seem non-porous.
Do not cut all of your hair off! The health is more than likely salvageable
and if you dont find out what the issue is... you still be in the same situation... just with shorter hair-
I'm no hair expert... and I agree with everyone else (tone your product usage down until you know what works for you and what doesnt) so take what I say with a grain of salt... but if I were in your situaiton...
1st thing- Clarify. AVC, Clarifying shampoo or Clarifying conditioner.
2nd- low manipulation/heat styles until your hair is healthy again.
3nd- check your shampoo for SLS. If SLS is one of the 1st couple of ingredients (or any if you wanna go that route) look in to purchasing a poo w/no SLS *after your finish your bottle... wise words from a PJ
whose not in remission
* You have an issue w/dryness and SLS drys your hair.
4rd- Increase your moisture by (1) moisturizing deep conditioner-
dryer or bag if no dryer, and any combo of the following- (2) more frequent co-washings *watch protein here*, (3) spritzing a water based moisturizer in between washing
5th- sealing freshly washed/cond washed hair. I think some ladies seal w/serums others use oils. I use Chi if I'm going to use heat and coconut oil combo if Im going to pony. *Remember serums are cones... so clarify*
Check your oil sheen for alcohol. If it's high in alcohol... set it to the side for a while.
Do a snap test on your dry hair. Get a piece from brush/comb and pull it. It should give a little before it snaps. If it gives toooo much, becomes mushy, or you dont hear any kinda snap...it's time to incorporate protein into the mix. When your hair is healthy *and it will be... I'm speaking on dat* you'll be able (with time) to tell how the strands are responding and what they need.
I dont have personal experience with Hydrafuse... but alot of ladies seem to like it.. so hopefully it will work for you.
Bottom line- don't give up! It may time some time figuring the 'hair thing out' and I know it can be frustrating but you can do it. If we can do it, you can.
HTH! Keep us posted.