Colouring Your Hair While Pregnant

There is always a big debate over if it is safe to colour your hair while you are pregnant. I thought that I would write a blog post about my research on the topic. As you all know I am not a doctor, just a beauty professional and I would still speak to your doctor about any concerns you have.

Unfortunately there has been no research that has come to a conclusion on if it is safe or unsafe to dye your hair throughout pregnancy (although many people will try to tell you it has been proven one way or the other). I want to offer this advice for concerns based on the research I have done, and my own professional knowledge.

The two biggest concerns about colouring your hair when pregnant is;


• That the chemicals will be absorbed through your skin and enter your bloodstream
• That you will inhale chemical fumes while your colour is processing.

My biggest tips for colouring your hair during pregnancy;


• Request a station close to the entrance of the salon, for better ventilation. This would be especially beneficial if you are experiencing heightened sense of smell, as it may become overwhelming if you have several clients around you with colour treatments.
• Instead of an all-over colour, request foils. Getting a section of Halo foils in a colour matching the ends of your hair will help to disguise regrowth, and means that the colour chemicals do not touch your scalp (zero risk of you absorbing the chemicals through your skin - although it is highly unlikely that this will happen, if colour was absorbed then we would not get so much regrowth!). Foils do not only have to be Blonde in colour.
• If possible, use a Semi (sometimes called a Demi) permanent colour. These colours are not as strong as permanent colours, as grey hair is more resistant to colouring. You will find that Semi/Demi colours will still help to cover a small percentage of grey hair if that is a concern.
• I would recommend to steer clear of lightening powder (bleach) on the scalp. Besides sometimes being uncomfortable, this is the strongest colour we use as hairdressers. To be on the safe side, I would keep to having it applied in foils so it is not touching your scalp.
• Even if you have used the same colour previously, have your hairdresser do a test for any allergic reactions, as your body may react differently than normal.
• Wait until your second trimester if possible, this is when most of your babies vitals have been formed, and your hormones will have settled slightly (less likely to react and get a different colour than desired).
In my personal experience, as a hairdresser I have worked in salons colouring girls hair throughout their pregnancy, and have had co-workers that have worked as a hairdresser far into their pregnancy and have never heard of any complications. Chemicals are now also much more regulated, and are not the same formulations that have been used in previous years to ensure safety. BUT if you are concerned - don't do it. If you have concerns over something that may be potentially bad for you, then follow your gut & don't listen to the opinion of anyone else, chemicals are chemicals at the end of the day.


To read more about colouring your hair when pregnant, you can visit these links;
http://www.motherhood.com.au/articles/hair_care_during_pregnancy.htm











*IMPORTANT NOTE* Although this post is regarding hair colours, I want to recommend to steer clear of perms or chemical straightening while pregnant. These chemicals are very strong, and can be harmful.Source URL: http://makeupjunkee.blogspot.com/search/label/Hair
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Best Kept Secrets Part 1

I'm going to be sharing my top products that I have tried & tested, that are a part of my own collection. After many years of testing skincare, body moisturizers, hair products & tools, these products have become my savior and I'm sure I could not function without them!

I just want to mention that I am not getting paid to mention any of these products or brands, I just truly love them.

I'll be doing these post in three parts, beginning with Hair tools & products.





I have two parlux hairdryers, and they are just wonderful! They are high powered and heat enough for my professional use, and I have never used another hairdryer since I started using them in 2006. My hair is hard to control, and this keeps my hair nice and smooth.
Available from http://www.priceattack.com.au





GHD irons are no secret anymore, but they are still something I could not live without. You can curl with these irons as well as straighten, which eliminates the need for me to carry as many tools around with me! I often have clients who request GHD curls as opposed to curling irons because of the natural look.
Available from http://www.ghdhair.com/au





Diva in a box hair extensions are amazing! Clip in hair extensions are fantastic for adding extra volume and length, and these extensions are the best quality I have come across. As a hairdresser I'm forever changing my mind on how I want my hair, and these give me the luxury to lengthen my hair in 5 minutes! They are super easy to apply, so you can do them at home too.
Available from http://www.originaldiva.com.au



As a hairdresser, I colour my hair a lot, sometimes when I know I shouldn't. Kerastase Age Recharge treatment brings my hair back to life after too much colouring, styling or anything else! I use this treatment once a week to keep my hair in good condition.
Available from http://www.kerastase.com.au





Moroccan Oil has become one of the most popular styling/finishing product in the past year. It's fantastic as it can be applied wet or dry, and suits all types of hair.
Available from http://moroccanoil.com



Fudge Skyscraper Hairspray and I are great friends. This product gives me the hold that I need without giving hair that hard crunchy look, and smells great which is important to me as I don't want my brides smelling like bad hair products on their big day.
Available from http://www.fudge.com







As far as styling products go, I only use TIGI Bedhead Products. I can carry these products around with me knowing that without a doubt I will have something that will work for every hair type. I truly am obsessed with these products, and the fact that they all smell like lollies makes me so happy.


Some of the line that I'm always reaching for include Headrush Shine Spray, Queen for a Day Thickening Spray, Hard to Get Texturizing Paste and Small Talk Thickening Styler. Have a talk to your hair stylist about which product is right for your hair type, but I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
Available from http://www.tigihaircare.com

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My Work

As most of you know by now, I work as a freelance Hair Stylist & Make Up Artist (http://www.wonderlandstyling.com.au/).

Yesterday I had one of my friends come over and had some good fun trying out some different hair & makeup looks for School Ball season next year, so thought I would share a few of the photos with you.







All up we did three different looks, each featuring braids. If you want to see more photos they're now up on the Wonderland Hair & Make Up Styling Facebook Page, http://www.facebook.com/wonderlandstyling.au.



Hope you enjoy and let me know what you think!

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Kevin Murphy Color Bug

Hairstylist Kevin Murphy has come up with this amazing little product called Color Bug!





This cute little pot is temporary colour for your hair, and washes out next time you jump in the shower. Such a fantastic idea for those of you like me who change their mind daily!

To show you how it works, check out this Youtube vid of Kevin Murphy:



The Colour Bug comes in three colours - Grape, Pink & Orange and retails for $24.95. To purchase, find your nearest stockist at
http://www.kevinmurphy.com.au/

I can't wait to try out this product at some photoshoots! For those of you with super platinum/blonde hair, I recommend doing a strand test on a small section of hair (somewhere a little hidden) before jumping in and colouring all over - just to be sure.



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Salon vs. Supermarket

As a hairdresser, I am often asked if using products from a salon really makes a difference when it comes to your hair. The answer is YES!

There are some very big differences in the way that salon and supermarket brand products work.

Shampoo
One of the questions I am often asked when a client switches to a salon shampoo is why the shampoo isn't lathering up and bubbling? How can it be cleaning your hair if it is not doing so? The answer is that supermarket brands are detergent based, which creates all the bubbles you see. If it foams up lots it must be working right? Wrong! These shampoos will also strip the colour out of your hair, meaning long term you will be paying way more for your shampoo than you think! Supermarket shampoo brands focus on cleaning the hair from the outside in.

Salon shampoos work by opening the cuticle, and cleaning away the oil, dust, product build up and dead skin cells from the inside out. These products are developed more for your specialty needs, and focus on protecting your hair from UV rays, thermal styling, and preserving your hair colour.

Tip: Always shampoo your hair twice! The first shampoo removes all of the surface dirt and oil, and the second shampoo deeply cleanses your hair. You will notice that the second shampoo will froth up a little more than the first.

Conditioner
Often when people are first contemplating switching to a salon brand of shampoo, I am asked why should they switch if the current supermarket conditioner makes their hair so shiny. The answer is in the development of the products again. Supermarket conditioners contain high levels of silicone. The silicone creates a coating around your hair, and over time as the layers build up the hair will appear shiny. This process means your hair looks shiny, but underneath is just as damaged. This silicone is bad for your hair and can take months to break down when you first switch to a salon system. The silicone can also react to the hair colours we use, causing your hair colour to fade quick as it isn't able to penetrate the cuticle of your hair properly through that layer.

Salon conditioners work to repair your hair from the inside out, much the same as the shampoo works. After shampoo the cuticle is open, meaning that the conditioner and repairing properties can properly penetrate your hair and repair your hair. The conditioner then smooths the cuticle shut, protecting it from damage of UV rays, thermal styling and harsh weather conditions.

Tip: When conditioning your hair, start from the bottom of your hair and work your way up. You don't need very much product at the roots of your hair as your scalp will naturally product oils and product will just cause you to have to shampoo your hair more often. The ends of your hair is what needs the extra help!

The Big Difference 
The first difference people notice between salon & supermarket brands is the price. Salon shampoos usually range from $10 - $50 depending on the brand, so you should be able to find a brand to suit your hair type and budget.

Because salon brands are formulated at a high quality, you don't need as much of the product! All the product your should need will be a walnut sized amount meaning the bottle of shampoo you buy will last you much longer, as well as saving you money long term by preserving your hair colour, repairing the ends of your hair and the right shampoo and conditioner system for your hair type should also save you time styling.

I hope this explains it all and answers any questions!


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