5 Tips for Allergies With Hair/Beauty Chemicals

Some people never have any problems with hair or beauty products and then others do.  Over the counter/salon products can be more harsh then natural products in a health food store or vise a versa. Whichever the case may be, this is the time you need to do your homework and beware of what you are putting on your body or hair. Hair and skin is one thing that will make you feel good as you look in the mirror and go through life. This is the time when you need to know what’s right for you,  before you treat yourself to relaxing times at your salon and invest in your looks. 

Here are some guidelines:

Lawrence’s 5 Tips

1. Always do a patch test whenever you are using a new chemical on the human body, for you do not know how it may react with your personal chemical makeup.  Allergic reactions may occur at these times, an excess of sensitivity can cause a rash, swelling of skin, ulceration of skin, uncontrollable internal itching and even feeling as thou you are being bitten by many bugs on the scalp and many more. These reactions can come out of nowhere even if you have used these chemicals for years. This can be because of change of product ingredients, new medications, change in your personal hormone system, environmental factors and many more, to many to list hear.
2. If you experience a chemical reaction stop what you are using and flush with water and seek the appropriate help immediately
3. You don’t have to stop coloring your hair or using beauty products, if you have a reaction to these types of products.  There are other options.  You can also use natural colors and beauty products from health food stores and bring them into you salon for application.  However, some of these products and colors are not as successful in covering problematic skin or grey in your hair.  There is a range of options of products to choose from if you take the time to seek them out.  Talk to your hairdresser, health food store representative or even your doctor and see what’s best for you. 
4. If you do have a reaction to color or a beauty product get tested right away by your doctor to what it is you are allergic to in the chemicals in a salon so you can find alternatives.
5. Eat right and stay healthy and fit. Drink plenty of water to hydrate the human body.  Your hair and skin needs all the nourishment it can get during this time. 

Looking your best is important in life.  So take the best care of yourself now.  And always consult with your doctor as to what salon services and products s/he may feel will be the safest for you.

Please let me hear your questions.

Lawrence

5 Tips - Myth or Old Wives Tale About Menstrual Cycle and Pregnancy With Hair Chemicals

I am asked all the time is this a myth or an old wives tale, can I dye or permanent relax/wave my hair when I am on my menstrual cycle or pregnant?

I am not a doctor but for over 25 years of experience being a hairdresser I have seen many problems that need to be noted. During menstruation and pregnancies your hormones are sky high because your body is designed to protect it self. Your body does this by excreting extra oils and hormones through out the glandular system especially in the scalp.  Your skin and scalp can become more sensitive during this time and even the tiniest amount of pain can seem 100 times worse, when using chemicals that can irritate the human body. So use caution when using these chemicals.

Hair color, hair relaxers and perms, have chemicals that can disrupt this hormonal excretion and can cause irritation to the scalp and body during these times.  Sometimes the chemical may not work, turn out wrong or you may have an allergic reaction to them from my professional experience. 

Not everyone experiences these reactions to these chemicals. But one common problem is an allergic reaction that may occur at these times. Some of these reactions I have seen over the years behind the chair is an excess of sensitivity that can cause a rash, swelling of skin, ulceration of skin, uncontrollable internal itching and even feeling as thou you are being bitten by many bugs on the scalp and many more. These reactions can come out of nowhere even if you have used these chemicals for years. This can be because of change of product ingredients, new medications, change in your personal hormone system, environmental factors and many more, to many to list hear.

If you ever have a reaction seek medical help and disregard using the products. Make sure you do a patch test before any chemical you use on the human body, for you do not know how it may react with your personal chemical makeup. If this does happen to you, ask your doctors, hairdressers for other alternatives. It is important to speak up and learn about your own body if a problem may arise.

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5 Tips for Your Menstrual Cycle and Pregnancy With Hair Chemicals

Some people never have any problems with hair chemicals and then others do.  Some women experience full gorgeous hair with their Menstrual cycle and pregnancy and others see their hair fall out due to hormonal changes. Whichever the case may be, your hair is one thing that will make you feel good as you go through life.  This is the time when you should treat yourself to relaxing times at your salon and invest in your looks. 

Here are some guidelines:

Lawrence’s 5 Tips

1. Always do a patch test whenever you are using a new chemical on the human body, for you do not know how it may react with your personal chemical makeup.  Allergic reactions may occur at these times,  an excess of sensitivity can cause a rash, swelling of skin, ulceration of skin, uncontrollable internal itching and even feeling as thou you are being bitten by many bugs on the scalp and many more. These reactions can come out of nowhere even if you have used these chemicals for years. This can be because of change of product ingredients, new medications, change in your personal hormone system, environmental factors and many more, to many to list hear.
2. Eat right and stay healthy and fit.  Your hair needs all the nourishment it can get during this time. 
3. If you experience a chemical reaction or even hair loss, during or after, don’t freak out. It may be normal for you.  You may want to increase your proteins, and eat foods enriched with higher omega fats found in cold-water fish, such as salmon.  Check with your physician regarding dietary restrictions due to mercury.    
4. You don’t have to stop coloring your hair when you are on your menstrual cycle or pregnant.  There are other options. Get your hair colored in a foil method so that the color is not sitting on your scalp.  You can also use natural colors from health food stores and bring them into you salon for application.  However, some of these colors are not as successful in covering grey.  There is a range of options of colors to choose from.  Talk to your hairdresser and see what’s best for you.  
5. If you do have a reaction to color get tested by your doctor to what it is your are allergic to in the chemicals in a salon so you can find alternatives.

Looking your best is important in life.  So take the best care of yourself now.  And always consult with your doctor as to what salon services s/he may feel will be the safest for you.

Please let me hear your questions.

Lawrence

5 Tips to Make the Most of Your Hair for the Mid-Life Women

Some women experience full gorgeous hair when they get older due to hormonal changes. Others experience loss, dryness, texture change and color resistance. Hair can change for many reasons, including changes in nutrition, body temperature, medication, and stress. Sometimes, these factors might even strengthen hair.

Take note and take charge right away. If you don’t act immediately, your hair changes might become permanent. Your hair is one thing that makes you feel good as you go through mid-life. To make the most of your hair, consult your hairdresser, doctor or nutritionist. This is an investment you deserve to make in yourself. Here are some guidelines:

Lawrence’s 5 Tips

1. Being fit is the number one key to hair health. Eat a well-balanced diet with protein and foods enriched with omega fats found in cold-water fish, such as salmon.

2. Due to a reduction of body oils no longer being secreted, seek stronger hair conditioners, and also take vitamins.

3. Inquire from your doctor about prescription drugs and natural alternatives that can trigger the hormones to keep the balance in your hair and life.

4. Manage your stress. If necessary, attend stress management courses.

5. Don’t wash your hair every day. Instead, rinse it with water if need be, and let your natural oils protect it to keep that gorgeous shine.

You can reignite the freshness you carried in your earlier years. All you need to know is how.

Please let me have your questions.

Lawrence

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5 Tips to Get the Most of a Day Spa/Beauty Makeover

If you are looking for a getaway and change, the salon/spa is a great place to start. When thinking about going to your salon/spa, visualize getting a relaxing time along with your beautification process. Leave your troubles at home and take the time for yourself. Most places offer packages that are discounted services being offered.

Here are some guidelines:

Lawrence’s 5 Tips

1. What are you looking for from these services? Assess each brochure online and determine what services you want in advance of getting there. You don’t need the additional stress of having to choose at the last minute.

2. Because you may have received this service as a gift, this may be an unfamiliar place, where they don’t know you, and you don’t know their abilities. Many times, makeovers are designed to get quick and drastic results, so speak up before you end up with a color job or a cut with which you are dissatisfied. Explain your everyday life and hair before you embark on any change. If you like what they’ve done, get the color formula if you are not planning on returning there for upkeeps.

3. If you don’t feel comfortable getting your hair cut or colored by someone with whom you are unfamiliar, ask for another salon service such as a deep conditioner and a blowout. These businesses are accustomed to this type of response.

4. Share your allergy information with this new established. You want to feel good without the worry of an allergic reaction.

5. Remove from your body all the products you normally use before going so that you know which of this establishment’s products work best for you.

One of the biggest mistakes people make during a makeover day of beauty is in thinking they can change everything from nails to skin to hair. They often get caught up in the moment of instant change and don’t think of the cost or maintenance. Be careful if you are easily persuaded. This is YOUR day, so enjoy it as YOU want.

Please let me have your questions.

Lawrence

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5 Tips to Your Child’s First Color in the Salon

What is the appropriate age to color your child’s hair? It is up to the parent’s discretion as to what the right time is. Some salons do not perform this service if a child is under 18. If this is the case, call a local children’s salon and inquire whether they color children’s hair. Hairdressers often discourage children from using hair color because the up-keep is a large responsibility and a great expense.

Here are some guidelines:

Lawrence’s 5 Tips

1. Have your child look through many magazines and get pictures of the look s/he wants. Your child should be able to write down why s/he wants a color job and for what purpose. It can be expensive to change the color back so be sue this is what the child wants.

2. Have the child explain to the hairdresser what s/he wants, and be sure to offer your input as to what you will allow. Be careful not to leave it up to the child and hairdresser to make all the decisions.

3. Install limits as to what you will allow your child to get. You don’t want over- processed blonds or outrageous colors. Have the hairdresser offer more natural options by using lowlights or highlights instead of a single process. This way, the grow-out will be much faster.

4. Ask your child if other children at school are coloring their hair, and solicit input from other parents. Many families do not allow their children to color their hair.

5. Consider the cost and upkeep of maintaining your child’s new look. Some colors require monthly upkeeps.

Maintain your control over what your child requests. If you allow this procedure, and you get to the salon, discuss what is going to be done. If your child demands more than you have agreed to, say no. If a total meltdown occurs, don’t panic. YOU are the boss who is paying the bill. Sticking to your boundaries will help your child grow.

Please let me have your questions.

Lawrence

Lawrence@LawrencePitonza.com
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5 Tips for Women to Look Younger

When you think of aging, you think of gray hair and looking old. But on some, gray hair is quite becoming. So recognize what works best for you. Going to the salon and trying to reverse the aging process with color and more trendy cuts is a tried and true solution to recapturing youth. Even something as simple as eyebrow pruning can take off 10 years from an aging look. This is why you need to make your hairdresser your teammate in decision-making.

Here are some guidelines:

Lawrence’s 5 Tips

1. Get a haircut that fits you. Ask for an upbeat cut instead of the look you always have.

2. If you are dissatisfied with the gray in your hair, color it. It does not have to look like you colored your head with shoe polish. You can get your hair lowlighted or highlighted, and most people will think your hair is natural.

3. Use products such as gels, mouse, wax, and hair spray because they really help. Even a hair dryer can do the trick. When getting a new cut, ask your hairdresser to show you how to style your hair. It will only take about 5 minutes.

4. Trim, dye or wax those over-grown brows. Be sure to go to someone who won’t create a thin line for a brow look. You can buy over-the-counter lash and eyebrow tint for those gray hairs. Do not use a permanent marker to color your eyebrows as some magazines have stated. The marker color will wash out and leave you with a blue or green hue in your eyebrows.

5. Don’t be shy about asking your spouse, significant other, and your friends to offer feedback. They know you and care about you, and can give you an unbiased opinion.

The more you know about how to reignite your earlier years, the more natural and fresh-looking you will be in just a short visit to your salon.

Please let me hear your questions.

Lawrence

Lawrence@LawrencePitonza.com
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