Banishing Bad Hair Days since 1997!™
Articles
Blogs
Celebs
Hair Loss
HairTalk®
Ask Karen™
Gallery
Glossary
  New Posts New Posts RSS Feed - What is silicone bad?
  FAQ FAQ  Forum Search   Register Register  Login Login

What is silicone bad?
 Post Reply Post Reply
Author
  Topic Search Topic Search  Topic Options Topic Options
LisaSue View Drop Down
Newbie
Newbie


Joined: October 05 2005
Status: Offline
Points: 10 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote LisaSue Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Topic: What is silicone bad?
    Posted: October 05 2005 at 10:16pm
I've used it for my hair when it's humid and love how it looks and feels.  But I've heard that silicone is bad for the hair, does anyone know why?
Back to Top
Kuroneko View Drop Down
Elite Member
Elite Member
Avatar

Joined: August 27 2003
Location: USA
Status: Offline
Points: 2023 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Kuroneko Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: October 06 2005 at 5:49am

Because when it builds up it can make your hair brittle, I think.  There are probably other people who can explain it better.  I have a hard time remembering what's supposed to be good and what's not ^_^; .
More awesome than a manatee!
Back to Top
AnaisSatin View Drop Down
Moderator
Moderator
Avatar
Moderator

Joined: June 28 2004
Status: Offline
Points: 2032 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote AnaisSatin Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: October 08 2005 at 1:54pm

There is an explanation on the Product Finder forum about silicones if you click here.

Hope this helps

Anais
my LJ, 40 inches long
Back to Top
laurie_lu View Drop Down
Newbie
Newbie
Avatar

Joined: April 29 2003
Status: Offline
Points: 28 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote laurie_lu Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: October 08 2005 at 3:27pm
I need to use silicone products otherwise I can't comb through my hair after washing & conditioning it.  I will however take a break from them and use a different product for a week or so that doesn't contain silicones.
-= laurie_lu =-
Back to Top
LisaSue View Drop Down
Newbie
Newbie


Joined: October 05 2005
Status: Offline
Points: 10 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote LisaSue Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: October 08 2005 at 5:19pm

Thank you for the replies.  Anais, your message was very informative.  I think since the silicones do agree with my hair, I'll continue using them but just take a break every now and then.
Back to Top
eatgreenjello View Drop Down
Junior Member
Junior Member
Avatar

Joined: February 16 2005
Location: United States
Status: Offline
Points: 243 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote eatgreenjello Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: October 08 2005 at 9:39pm

Silicones are the best creation ever ever ever for hair!  They create soft and silky hair, and hair that can easily be combed through after washing.  The only problem is that they create build up, which can lead to brittle hair, and breakage.  To prevent this, simply use a good clarifying shampoo every week or two weeks.  Neutrogena Shampoo Anti-Residue Formula, Suave Daily Clarifying Shampoo for Normal to Oily Hair, Tresemme European Deep Cleansing Shampoo; are some great choices that are also gentle on your hair.

A good shampoo regimen is to continue using the shampoo you like, but use the clarifying shampoo every couple of weeks.  I clarify with Tresseme about once every week or two weeks.

Goodluck!

**Hair type: 2a, which is wavy and fine.
**Color: Naturally dark brown, currently dyed reddish brown.
**Length: below shoulder length
Back to Top
 Post Reply Post Reply
  Share Topic   

Forum Jump Forum Permissions View Drop Down