For more than 10 years now, I have written about hair loss, bald beauty, and the stigma attached to being bald when you’re a woman.
I am happy to share the link below with refreshing takes on what some women think about being bald and their beauty statement because of it.
https://www.privatelabelextensions.com/blogs/hair-blog/woman-empowered-going-bald
First hair loss post below:
Keep is beautiful ladies! Happy Holidays!
Hello Everyone,
Each year on HairBlues, during October, I show information regarding Breast Cancer Awareness with advice on various beauty options available to those who want support in their daily ”looking and feeling good” confidence whilst they proceed through the various challenges of chemotherapy, radiation and all those many days of journeying and taking those steps with the courage that leads to Wellness again.
This year I am sharing links about hair donation requirements. In addition, there is information about how to acquire hair, cooling caps, and hair coverings. https://cancercareservices.org/news/where-to-donate-your-wig-or-hair/
Additional information: https://www.healthline.com/health/cancer/cold-cap-for-chemo-hair-loss#what-are-they
https://www.verywellhealth.com/donating-hair-for-people-with-cancer-2248940
Good Luck and Best Wishes.
All the best in Wellness!
News you could use 🙂
How many times have you thought about keeping that old makeup and even worse used it? I get it. Makeup is expensive, and sometimes we overbuy, or over experiment – then we end up wasting those hard to come buy dollars.
Nevertheless, makeup does have an expiration date, and we should be cautious to follow the suggestions given on its use.
Click the link below to find out what Healthline advises.
https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/does-makeup-expire#when-to-toss
All the best in Wellness!
News you can use 🙂
All the best in Wellness!
Disconcerting information about uterine cancer – a rare type of cancer, has resurfaced in the news recently. A study from the National Institutes of Health revealed that women who use hair straightening products at least 4 times a year are twice as likely to develop uterine cancer.
And, Black Women are at a higher risk. Below are some key points listed in the article. Use the source links in this post to get a detailed description of the study.
Key Points
The information is both important and disturbing. After reading the articles, you may want to consult your care providers for more information and recommendations specific to your personal circumstances. One question, which comes to mind is does the study indicate that other types of cancer may also be attributed to hair straighteners?
Additional Source:
WEBMD HEALTH NEWS, Article written by Lisa O’Mary
https://www.webmd.com/beauty/news/20221018/hair-straightening-products-linked-uterine-cancer-risk-study
The harmful ingredients in hair straightening products are:
All the best in Wellness!
Does your skin change with the seasons? What do dermatologists say about skin challenges?
Use these links in this post to learn more.
https://www.buttahskin.com/blogs/news/5-fall-skincare-tips-for-african-american-skin
Suggestions from the Cancer Foundation
https://www.skincancer.org/blog/layering-is-the-key/
Sources with skin information https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/acne/derm-treat
https://www.dermalogica.com/blogs/living-skin/seasonal-transition-skincare
https://www.healthline.com/health/largest-organs-in-the-body
More info from HairBlues.me
https://hairblues.me/2014/10/18/whats-your-fall-beauty-regimen/
All the best in Wellness!
Has it ever occurred to you that purchasing cruelty-free products is good for our planet? You can learn more at the link below.
https://biofriendlyplanet.com/eco-awareness/7-ways-cruelty-free-products-help-save-the-planet/
Find out more about the latest cruelty-free brands by clicking the link below. The list is available in this free pdf document from Cruelty-Free Kitty:
https://www.crueltyfreekitty.com/exclusive/2022-March-CF-guide.pdf
Happy Earth Day!
I am struck so much by the unfortunate display of sadness about the alopecia conversation. I started the HairBlues.me blog 10 years ago, and still, after all this time, women, and I might add, men, and children continue to be troubled by this condition. That’s why the Alopecia industry is such a big industry: wigs, solutions, and potions that promise delivery of new locks.
When you find a moment, listen to my brief podcast about this challenge.
We can get to the moon, but we have not solved this problem yet – unless we accept that “beauty” comes in all forms. The sooner we get in touch with that the sooner we will not find ourselves witnessing painful incidents of what is pre-determined as “beauty” by how one’s hair grows and looks.
Womens Hair Loss Project:
https://www.womenshairlossproject.com/acceptance/living-free-with-hair-loss/
By the way, does anyone remember the beautiful Black women in the Black Panther film who are bald?
Following is a post that I wrote on this blog March 2013 about hair loss.
Those of us who suffer from hair loss remain hopeful that new remedies for this problem will continue to come forward and become more available. After all, we can go to Jupiter right? The hair loss issue is ongoing, complex and continues to grow. Even Instagram Star Kayla Itsines thought it was important enough to share her hair loss. I think it’s comforting for young women who are feeling ‘singled-out’ and scared to know they are not alone, and it’s not just a ‘senior citizen’ problem 🙂
Having said that, I am encouraged by a recent article in the New York Times about a Danish company, Harklinikken. This company is opening clinics in the US. Yes! Read a summary of what I learned. As always you can view the entire article on your own by clicking the source link. Continue reading Hair Loss & New Remedies
For some of us, dark circles under our eyes is a beauty issue we would rather not have. As a matter of fact, when I speak with others about this issue, they often don’t know why dark circles appear under their eyes. I am sure you have heard that rubbing your eyes constantly is a cause of dark circles. I was eager to search the www to find out what was available for us to learn. It turns out that the Mayo Clinic had a very simple list of reasons why this occurs. Continue reading Eye Care for Dark Circles – Reasons & Solutions
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