We all use hair care products to nourish our hair and keep it in good
health. Hair care products such as shampoos, conditioners, lotions, creams and
dyes are selling in the billions and currently it is one of the highest grossing
industries in the world.
Nonetheless in the past few years, a disturbing trend with respect to hair
care products has emerged - The number of people going bald globally has
increased by more than tenfold over the past decade and more terrifyingly, it is
the younger generation which seems to be bearing the brunt of the problem.
Countless youngsters in the 20s and 30s are today suffering from the balding
issue with many of these being almost irreversible situations.
There have also been question marks raised when it comes to the credentials
of hair dyes. Many people color their hair so as to hide the white hair but a
recent study has revealed that using hair dyes only accelerates its development.
Also usage of hair conditioners and shampoos over an extended period of time
potentially damage the hair.
While hair care manufacturers may vehemently deny such claims, the dark
underbelly of the business is clear for all to see. However people either seem
to ignore it or are least bothered in such matters. It is a rule of hand - For
any product to generate sales, there should be demand for it in the market. So
if you have grey hair, you would obviously opt for a hair dye that blackens your
hair. But if the hair dye works ideally, then your hair would remain black for a
longer phase which means that you won’t be requiring the hair dye for a
specified period of time. While this may be beneficial for you, it kills the
business for people who are generating such hair care products. So certain hair
product manufacturers tend to add ingredients which quicken the whitening
process thus ensuring that you once again are compelled to buy the product.
Also shampoos and other hair care products used to remove the dandruff or
to condition hair are known to contain certain elements that can cause hair
damage. Prolonged usage of such products can lead to hair losing it elasticity
and strength. Hair fall is also a common phenomenon experienced by hair care
product users. This only leads to people buying hair care products that can
counteract such symptoms thereby translating into more revenue for the hair care
industry.
It is for this reason that we advise you to be careful while buying hair
care products. While buying, always read the labels and avoid buying products
whose ingredients you are unsure off. Read reviews of the product from people
who have used it and it is also advised that you educate yourself about hair
care products. Seeking help from hair care specialist on the type of products
that will suit your hair isn’t also a bad option.
Hair is something that gives our personality a massive boost and it is
imperative that you take good care of it. So exercise vigilance while buying
hair care products and opt for ones that you are certain won’t damage your
hair.
The author advises people to buy from popular brands such as
Garnier and
Revlon
because these companies have a reputation to protect and hence there are lesser
chances of them involving in such acts that tarnish the company’s
name.