Hair |头发护理

Hair Care ｜护发

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我觉得头发比手更是女人的第二张脸，因为脸和头发在一起太直观了

1. 洗发水和护发膏。 健康的头发得是干净的和健康的头发。我的护发用品越来越趋向简单, 有时是全有机的， 有的是几乎全有机产品，使用感好很多，只要是没有乱七八糟的化学成分，就不容易掉头发。洗发水里头5大最伤害头发的化学成分是：

• 硫酸盐 (Sulfates, e.g., SLS / SLES), 洗去过多的天然油脂, 让头发失去水分，变得像干草一样
  

• 硅油 (Silicones, e.g., Dimethicone)， 假滑， 堵塞毛孔
  
  

• 甜菜碱 (Betaines, e.g., Cocamidopropyl Betaine)，少数人对这种合成表面活性剂过敏
  
  

• 防腐剂 (Preservatives, e.g., Parabens)，某些研究表明它可能干扰人体内分泌， 还容易引起头皮敏感或过敏反应
  
  

• 氯化钠 (Sodium Chloride)， 干涩，让头皮和头发感到干燥，
  
  我用过的比较出名的有机洗发水有Organic Beauty 系列, 100%Pure, 和Ingreendients， 便宜一点的我还用过Plantanicals, Carina Organics, 以前也用过Super Nature （这个Costoc sale时会便宜4-5块钱），California Natural 和Acure，感觉都不错，主要是不容易掉头发了。
  
  小帖士：因为这些成分比较干净的洗发用品去掉了强力的洗发剂成分，所以有时候会觉得洗不干净，或者头发很粗糙，抹上一点有机的护发素再洗就好了。

2.脱发：出来用上面的健康的洗发水和护发素，我用了过滤花洒的，因为水质太硬，比洗发水和护发素的问题要严重得多了，看我的花洒篇：

https://wellnessstacking.com/home-water-filtration-or-

3. 白发。健康的头发也要看起来是年轻的头发。我们亚洲人的黑头发参着白发很显老，我们常常是脸还不老，几根白发就让脸老很显老了。很遗憾，白发如果是基因的原因，没有奇效。如果是年龄和压力的原因，但是可以通过良好的生活作息和增加复合维生素B群（见下），能有所缓解的。

我的白发有很大程度是我爸的基因。这些年我吃啥黑芝麻都没作用（民科），终于找到还可以的的Naturtint 3N 的染发剂（是很自然的黑色）, 染发成分相对安全一点，味道完全不冲鼻，遮盖好直到长出新白发，而且用多少调多少。

为了延缓全头染的时间，我还常常用头发粉扑快速地遮盖边角和头顶一下。我试过很多种，还是觉得粉扑好点，其他的很多很黏糊糊的，头皮难受。

Hana染发剂我试过好几轮了，没法很好地上色。维持时间也太短了，最后都放弃了


染发剂分解

现在很多染发剂说Ammonia-free了，看起来很健康了，其实不是。任何一个染发剂要是permanent hair color呢，都必须有Ammonia or Ethanolamine, 只有这两个成分才能打开头发的表皮/角质层 (cuticles), 才能永久地上色。

两者都有腐蚀性，对头发都不好，但permanent hair color 没有他们上色不会持久。Ammonia味道太冲，Ethanolamine不刺鼻。 如果是semi or demi permanent hair color 呢，就是半上色或不上色，那就不需要这两个成分了，成分健康了但没法持久地上色了。比如100% 纯的Henna, 没洗几次就掉色了。

我用Naturtint的染发剂多年，含有Ethanolamine，它没打全有机或自然的广告，只是自然的成分多些。 它是我用过很多产品之后最喜欢的了，不刺鼻染后头发有光泽。亚麻上很多人的感觉和我差不多，当然也有差评，你得自己试一试看合适你吗。

常染发会得癌症吗？（比如我一个月染一次，中间用间隙性产品遮挡一下的频率的）。癌症健康协会的研究说，两者没有发现有关联： Studies looking at people who have their hair dyed have not found a consistent increase in bladder cancer risk.

4. 复合维B群。白发在压力下会产生和加速。维B群一直是公认的能很好调节我们的压力，我老公都吃。而且它里面含有aminobenzoic acid (氨基苯甲酸) ，是医生在治疗重症白发时的用药。但不是市面上任何维B群都是好的，因为很多维B群中的对养发很好的Biotin(生物素)成分就比较少，专门吃它又得多吃一种维生素。所以我用复合维B群都很好，他们的 Biotin都在300mcg 以上。

5. 扁平或毛糙的头发。健康的头发也要是飘逸的头发（volume）。 我的一个绝招是前天晚上洗头时，头发倒过来用热风吹干（热风没事的），头发会像爆炸头，没事。晚上睡觉时头发放头顶上别压着，第二天头发根根分明的飘逸。如果隔天洗头，第二天头发会扁平，我用一点点root volume吹吹。而且发尾还会往外翻，我用ceramic hair brush的梳子内卷着头发吹点热风就搞定。

English Version

Your Hair is Your Second Face: My 5-Step Guide to Healthy, Youthful Hair

I’ve always believed that hair, even more than hands, is a woman’s "second face." Because your hair and face are seen together instantly, the condition of your hair directly impacts your overall look. Here is my personal routine for maintaining healthy, voluminous hair.

1. Shampoo and Conditioner

Healthy hair must be both clean and well-nourished. My hair care routine has become increasingly minimalist; I now opt for products that are either fully organic or nearly all-organic. The user experience is much better—as long as there are no "junk" chemical ingredients, I find I experience much less hair loss.

The top 5 most harmful chemical ingredients in shampoo are:

• Sulfates (e.g., SLS / SLES): These strip away too much natural oil, leaving hair dehydrated and straw-like.
  
  

• Silicones (e.g., Dimethicone): These create a "fake" smoothness while actually clogging pores.
  
  

• Betaines (e.g., Cocamidopropyl Betaine): A synthetic surfactant that can cause allergic reactions in some people.
  
  

• Preservatives (e.g., Parabens): Some studies suggest they may disrupt the endocrine system and trigger scalp sensitivity or allergies.
  
  

• Sodium Chloride: This acts as a drying agent, leaving both the scalp and hair feeling parched.
  
  

My Recommended Brands

I’ve used several well-known organic shampoos, including the Organic Beauty series, 100% Pure, and Ingreendients. For more budget-friendly options, I’ve tried Plantanicals and Carina Organics. In the past, I also used Super Nature (which is usually $4–$5 cheaper during Costco sales), California Naturals, and Acure. They all feel great—the most important thing is that they don't cause hair loss.

Tips： Since these "clean" hair care products have removed harsh surfactants, you might occasionally feel like your hair isn't being washed thoroughly or that it feels a bit coarse and rough while washing. A simple fix is to apply a small amount of organic conditioner before your final rinse, and your hair will feel smooth again.

2. In addition to using the healthy shampoo and conditioner mentioned above, I’ve started using a filtered shower head. Since the water here is so hard, it’s actually a much bigger culprit for hair loss than the products themselves. Check out my post on shower heads for more details:

https://wellnessstacking.com/home-water-filtration-or-

3. Managing Gray Hair: Looking Young Effortlessly

For us Asians, white hairs mixed into dark hair can significantly age our appearance, even if our skin still looks youthful. However, if it's being triggered by age or stress, you can definitely slow the process or see some improvement by cleaning up your daily routine and boosting your intake of Vitamin B complex (see below).


My gray hair is largely genetic, and unfortunately, eating black sesame seeds never worked for me. I finally found Naturtint 3N (very natural soft black).

• Why I like it: The ingredients are safer than traditional dyes, there is no harsh chemical smell, and it provides great coverage until the new roots grow in. Plus, you can mix only the amount you need for touch-ups.

• A Note on "Permanent" Dye: Any dye that claims to be permanent must have some chemical components to lock in the color. I tried Henna several times, but it failed to color effectively and faded too fast.

• Quick Fix: To extend the time between full colorings, I use a hair root touch-up powder to quickly cover the temples and crown. I’ve tried so many different kinds, but I still think powders work best. A lot of the others are so sticky and greasy, they make my scalp feel uncomfortable.

Deconstructing Hair Dye

Nowadays, many hair dyes claim to be "Ammonia-free," which makes them appear very healthy, but that isn't actually the case. If a hair dye is to be a permanent hair color, it must contain either Ammonia or Ethanolamine; only these two components can open the hair cuticles to allow the color to be applied permanently.

Both are corrosive and bad for the hair, but permanent hair color won't last without them. Ammonia has a very sharp, pungent smell, while Ethanolamine is odorless. If it is a semi or demi-permanent hair color, which provides partial or temporary coloring, then these two ingredients are not needed. While the formula becomes healthier, it can no longer provide lasting color. For example, 100% pure Henna will lose its color after just a few washes.

I have used Naturtint hair dye for many years. It contains Ethanolamine and does not advertise itself as fully organic or natural; it simply contains more natural ingredients. It is my favorite among the many products I have tried because it isn't pungent and leaves the hair shiny after dyeing. Many people on Amazon feel the same way I do, though of course, there are some negative reviews; you have to try it yourself to see if it suits you.

Can frequent hair dyeing cause cancer?

(For context, I dye my hair once a month and use touch-up products to cover the roots in between). According to research from cancer health associations, no link has been found between the two: "Studies looking at people who have their hair dyed have not found a consistent increase in bladder cancer risk."

4. Vitamin B-Complex: Fighting Stress and Graying

Stress accelerates gray hair. Vitamin B-Complex is well-known for regulating stress. My husband takes it too! Specifically, look for formulas containing Aminobenzoic Acid (PABA), which is sometimes used by doctors to treat premature graying.

• The Biotin Check: Not all B-complexes are created equal. Many lack enough Biotin, forcing you to take an extra supplement. I look for a B-complex that contains at least 300mcg of Biotin to ensure it’s actually supporting hair growth.

5. Volume & Frizz Control: The "Blow-Dry" Secret

Healthy hair should have "volume" and movement. Here is my secret hack:

• The Upside-Down Blowout: When I wash my hair at night, I blow-dry it completely with the hairdryer pointing down while my head is upside down. It might look like a "lion's mane" immediately after, but don't worry!

• The Sleep Trick: Sleep with your hair spread out above your head on the pillow so you don't crush the roots. The next day, your hair will be airy and well-defined.

• The Day-Two Fix: If I don’t wash my hair, the roots tend to go flat. I use a little root volume spray and a ceramic round hairbrush with some heat to curl the ends inward and refresh the lift.