SelfStyled
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Just sending a hug to you. So sorry for what you are going through, I am hoping and believing for you to find out what is causing this and get to the bottom of it asap.
I think you changed your pH level too. What you described has happened to me more than a few times but only once with the severe shedding/breaking.
Even though I am not a huge fan of Nexxus, I think they actually have a detangler that has worked pretty good in the past with my hair. But in any case don't try and comb it, I think you really need the pros if you lost quite a bit of hair already.
I just tried to wash and condition my hair; I had posted earlier about how much it was thinning. It went to thin and limp in less than a week. My hair was scarce.
I washed and conditioned with Nexxus products. I used therappe poo, and then keraphix for a touch of protein and then Humectress conditioner. I could not comb through my hair at all with tons of conditioner, and it was like a clump of tangles.
My hair never behaved this way in years. I am not sure what to do now. I cut it may not be even I don't know what to do. I just started crying in the shower WTF erplexed.
I really do not know what to do.
I know if you were to see a doctor/dermatologist it may take a few days or even weeks to get seen. In the meantime do NOT touch your hair. Wear a wig for now until your appointment. Also increase your water intake, within a few weeks you will notice a difference in the suppleness of your hair. People would tell me this all the time but I ignored them. As an experiment for a few weeks all I would drink is soda. My hair texture drastically changed! It became very brittle, dry and was breaking. The next month all I would drink is water and a few weeks later my hair was nourished back to full health. Please drink water! If you don't like plain water use a lemon or those flavor packs. Hope all goes well.
I know if you were to see a doctor/dermatologist it may take a few days or even weeks to get seen. In the meantime do NOT touch your hair. Wear a wig for now until your appointment. Also increase your water intake, within a few weeks you will notice a difference in the suppleness of your hair. People would tell me this all the time but I ignored them. As an experiment for a few weeks all I would drink is soda. My hair texture drastically changed! It became very brittle, dry and was breaking. The next month all I would drink is water and a few weeks later my hair was nourished back to full health. Please drink water! If you don't like plain water use a lemon or those flavor packs. Hope all goes well.
HM, do you think it went more acidic or alkaline? When shedding, is this the first place to look? I'm back to being paranoid about my products
Bmack, I can't offer any suggestions, only cosign with the ladies and HM-I think somebody posted a while back about some girls putting nair in their niece's shampoo. Has anybody that you can think of had access to your products that may not have your best interests?
My prayers are with you. I hope that today was a bit brighter for you and I would definitely make various doctor appointments.
Aren't you the lady that was in the car accident?
If so, there's your culprit. Combine the meds and stress... and you've got hair loss.
Sorry to hear of your trouble, but it will work out! Hang in there!
When you wash your hair do you pile it up and scrub it and "move" it vigorously? That causes extra tangles.
Also, try CREME OF NATURE shampoo. That always helps me when I tangle; it helps a great deal.
Are you rushing to detangle? Do it on airdried to damp hair not wet AND TAKE YOUR TIME. Wet hair is VERY fragile!
Hi love, so sorry to hear this. I had the same thing happen April 2006 after using a non slip conditioner. I lost 1/2 my hair to matting. I cried like no ones business. That was one of the factors that lead me on my search ..and to finding LHCF. I'm not certain what your reason is ..but my heart goes out to you ..you'll soon have better hair days.. The Lord bless you and cause His face to Shine upon you.
I really hate hearing that this has happened to you. All I can say is to be strong. I had something similar happen to me, some months back, but it was due to a hair dye being put in my hair in a way that caused it to get really tangled. When I went to wash it, soooooooooooo much hair came out...all I could do is cry. When I got my hair blowed out, it was MUCH thinner, even my bf admitted that it was thin...and my hair has always been VERY thick. This hurt so bad, that I didn't want to wear it down anymore. Just recently, after wearing braids, I decided to do the wng with the Noodle Head, and thought it was the best thing, until a few days into it when I tried to wash it. OMG ...trust me when I say...I lost so much hair, just like what you're describing. I was literally pulling out clumps of hair, it was just undescribable. So, I really do feel your pain. I just got out of the mirror trying to convince myself that it's not that bad, and then I read your post. My advice is pretty much what the others have said. Just drink lots of water, try to be gentle with your hair and not manipulate your hair too much. I will keep you in my prayers .
Bmack,
I am so terribly sorry that you are going through this. In your siggy it says that you have to get your body back. Are you on any new or strict diet or exercise plan? If you are seriously restricting your diet, hair loss can follow. Also, if you are going on, or off Birthcontrol, or having hormonal changes or stress hair loss can follow.
I really agree with the posts that suggest going to the Dermatologist. I also think a trip to your regular doctor would be of help, in case it is a result of something other than Dermatology. Hair and skin tend to be a mirror of health. Usually it will begin to suffer, as the body will sacrifice nurishing it, when the more important body systems are out of balance.
I wish you well and hope this problem is short lived for you.
Softresses
Im sorry to hear that, OP. I agree with Softresses about the diet restriction thing...that could definitely be the culprit. I remember a young lady on the board telling how she had lost a lot of hair by following the Atkins diet. Also, are you taking any meds like lamisil tablets or something like that because I know lots of people complained about hair problems while taking this, too. Whatever the situation, I hope it gets better, my dear.