#PAINTITPINK THIS OCTOBER

OCTOBER CELEBRATES BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH - PELLO 10th Birthday

Throughout the month of October organization's and Salons worldwide promote events where a percentage of all proceeds goes towards breast cancer research. In the 1991 The  Susan G Komen foundation handed out pink ribbons to participants in its New York City race for breast cancer survivors. Liz Hurley is the current ambassador for breast cancer awareness.

We all take our hair for granted as indeed it is our ‘crowning glory’ and everyone has a bad hair day regardless of how amazing you hair looks. Whether it's a cows-lick, frizzy curls that you just can't seem to tame or hair that has too much volume or indeed hair that had too little volume. We've all been there!!!

Sadly, hair loss is a problem that effects women and men every day who are not undergoing any medication or chemotherapy for breast cancer.

We unfortunately live in a society where there is so much focus on image and without a doubt hair loss can have a tremendous impact on our self confidence.

The majority of women suffer hair loss between the ages of 30 -45.

WHAT CAUSES HAIR LOSS

Heriditary:

If there's simply a history of thinning hair in the family. It can be passed from generation to generation.

Medication:

Anyone undergoing treatment for chemotherapy .

Stress:

Hair loss can be triggered by stress or if you suffered a mayjor or psychological trauma in your life.unfortunatly suffering from hair loss leads to a higher level of anxiety and depression.

Hormonal change:

It can occur post -pregnancy  and after the menopause when women stop producing oestrogen.

AGE:

By the age of 50 most women see hair loss because as we get older our hair density changes and strands become finer.

OVER USE OF COLOR AND HEAT APPLIANCES FOR YOUR HAIR:

Over use of hair dryers , straightening irons and colour can also cause breakage and thinning so reduce your usage when possible.When possible do not over processed your hair with bleach and start using treatments on a regular basis to improve the overall condition of your hair.

DOES DIET EFFECT YOUR HAIR:

Experts agree that a healthy diet with the right combination of protein,iron and other nutrients can help improve the healthy look and feel of your hair. All strands of hair is composed of protein which means your hair needs protein to grow combine this with iron,vitamin E ,magnesium and vitamin D where possible.

Some hair supplements are also a great help.

Stress relief:

If you've been through a challenging experience consider taking up yoga and meditation. This is quality  me time that will help you de-stress.

Start a hair care regime:

If you are going to colour your hair opt for gently formulas or preferably organic products that are not as harsh on your hair.avound the over use of heated appliances  use your tools wisely and don't set on too high a temperature and AVOID daily use if straighteners.

Use hair mask and moisturising shampoos to hydrate your hair

That's our to tips this week from Pello etc….