I lost a lot of hair this morning...

[atl_mulattamami]

and I don't know what to do. This morning when I was CW my hair as usual I noticed that I was losing way more strands than I usually do. When I went to brush it a lot came out. I don't know if it's breakage or anything because my hair has no chemical in it and it's really healthy. Should I try an Aphogee treatment? The only new thing I can think that I have been using is the Salerm 21. I have been using the Capilo stuff but I've been using that for over a month now so I don't think it's that. Maybe I should give the Salerm 21 a rest? What should I do?

 

[jaded_faerie]

was it breakage or shedding(long strands with a white bulb on the end)?...

 

[blackbarbie]

If it was shedding, i just went throught the same thing about a week ago. I mean massive shedding and hair ALL OVER the place. It was getting to the point where I was so afraid to comb it b/c hair would be everywhere; very depressing. I just found my fix a few nights ago. (I had tried the aphogee 2 minute reconstructor when it first started, but it slowed down and started right back a few days afterwards, so had to try something stronger)

First I used Suave Clarifying to get rid of all the buildup from CW, then followed it by a moisturizing shampoo (Creme of Nature). Then I bought the Aphogee Treatment for Damaged Hair (purple writing i think, but its in the square bottle; i only bought a sample pack b/c i didn't know if it would work or not, and if i am not mistaken, the whole bottle costs 19.99 - i may have read it wrong, could have been 9.99...just know i didn't get it)...After sitting under the dryer with the aphogee treatment, i rinsed it out and did a deep conditioner with my homemade concoction of some deep conditioners, cheapie conditioners, EVOO, jojoba oil, and honey. Put a cap on and sat under the dryer for about 30 minutes. I was still a little skeptical and thought that when I went to detangle after rinsing the conditioner out, there would be no change. To my surprise, no hair came out. I was almost scared b/c i was at least expecting a strand or two to come out!!..I have decided that I am going to use the 2 minute reconstructor every 2 weeks (would like to use it every week after washing but i don't know if that's too much protein or not) to make sure it doesn't get to that state again.....If your problem is shedding, that should help, but I am not sure if this will work for breakage (if that's what it is)...some of the other ladies may be able to chime in.

 

[kizzylonghair]

and I don't know what to do. This morning when I was CW my hair as usual I noticed that I was losing way more strands than I usually do. When I went to brush it a lot came out. I don't know if it's breakage or anything because my hair has no chemical in it and it's really healthy. Should I try an Aphogee treatment? The only new thing I can think that I have been using is the Salerm 21. I have been using the Capilo stuff but I've been using that for over a month now so I don't think it's that. Maybe I should give the Salerm 21 a rest? What should I do?

ATL,

When I went to brush it a lot came out.

Everyone is different but brushing is a no no for me. and a few other ladies in this board.
I just use a large tooth comb it has only 7 teeth pulling through my hair.
Imagine 25+ bristle tugging at your strands.

I noticed a difference when I cut out brushing within a few weeks, esp you you feel ur hair is damaged it will make it worst too much manipulation

Kizzy xx

 

[PretteePlease]

no the brush could be it my hair especially dislikes the denman everyone luvs

 

[Divine Inspiration]

I'm guessing it's the brushing too...especially if you're brushing wet hair. That's a big no-no for me.
Breakage: Before doing something intense like ApHOGEE, I would consider clarifying and doing lighter protein i.e. Nexxus Keraphix or ApHOGEE's 2 min recon.
Shedding: I would clarify and do Aubrey's GPB, and consider using a garlic poo for the next wash.
The remedy ultimately depends on whether it's shedding or breakage though, IMO.

 

[atl_mulattamami]

no it's not the brushing...brushing actually saved my hair

combing breaks my hair really really bad...

i fingercomb it with conditioner in it and then when i get out of the shower i use a brush to distribute product...

thanks for all the tips! i will try the aphogee

 

[Healthb4Length]

ATL,

When I went to brush it a lot came out.

Everyone is different but brushing is a no no for me. and a few other ladies in this board.
I just use a large tooth comb it has only 7 teeth pulling through my hair.
Imagine 25+ bristle tugging at your strands.

I noticed a difference when I cut out brushing within a few weeks, esp you you feel ur hair is damaged it will make it worst too much manipulation

Kizzy xx

ITA! Using a brush is a major no-no for me as well. In general they are to used sparing if at all and very gently to smooth the hair.

 

[karezone]

my hair did this last Sunday. Protein treatment helped a great deal. I am still breaking some, but not as much.