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Why is it a good idea to get a haircut every 6 to 8 weeks?

Hair grows an average of ½ inch every 4 weeks. Defining your hairstyle goals is important for the maintenance and overall health of your hair condition.

Short clipper haircut styles actually need a little more maintenance sooner if they are looking to maintain the same look they walkout with. Hair around the ears, sideburns and the neck line. Even some cowlicks will take over if not worked with on a regular basis.

Medium to long hair might start to lose its volume or start to get tangled more easily do to split ends.

Those that frequently freshen up there style know and see the benefits for themselves. Do to changes in the weather or diet you might experience differences in overly dry / oily  or dandruff scalp conditions. Its a good time to talk to your stylist about any of the changes that are going on to keep your scalp and hair feeling healthy as possible.

Andrew Salon

703A N Main St.

River Falls WI

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First attempt at my talking chipmunk, :-) 

Welcome to Andrew Salon We offer our customers high quality products & services. It's a  fun creative and positive salon experience at an affordable price. With a deep commitment to providing you with our advanced knowledge, technical skills and creative vision. We look forward to making you smile! We specialize in customized looks for people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a sharp quick style with low maintenance or are wanting a detailed fresh pressed look and everywhere in between. Andrew Salon will customize your new style to your life style. At Andrew Salon we believe communication is the key. Every visit with us will start with a thorough consultation that will help ensure your complete satisfaction. We always offer a college student & senior discount, see price list . Like us on FaceBook and be the first to receive our daily and monthly specials.

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Sulfate free shampoo what is the deal?

Do you remember the first time you ever got shampoo in your eyes as a little kid? I do and it hurt! The cause of the pain is from a ingredient used in the soap that is trying to separate the oils from the water.

Big box stores and some salons carry shampoos that typically use ammonium lauryl sulfate because it makes a good surfactants for cleaners. Allowing for the shampoo to remove dead skin cells, excessive oil build up, product build up, or other airborne material collected throughout the day. Used as a lathering agent to get the soap suds. More suds does not mean more clean. A Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate alternative, Sodium Coco Sulfate is a organic compound that appears safer in terms of carcinogenic byproducts. Sodium Coco Sulfate is a derived from coconuts.

Most people that have natural virgin colored hair that is not wavy, curly or highly textured might not see a significant change right away by using sulfate free shampoos and conditioners. When first using sulfate-free shampoo People have a tendency to use way to much product to get the amount of suds they typically would from there other shampoo. You don't need suds to get your hair clean. The idea is that the product is more condensed, not needing nearly as much.

While it has been stated that shampoo and conditioner containing the sulfates could lead to weakened hair structure, also potentially damaging or stunting hair growth. It is still approved for use by the FDA.

If you color your hair, sulfate-free is the way to go. The salts in Sodium Laureth Sulfate can strip your hair color, causing your color to fade more quickly, and sulfate-free shampoos will provide longer-lasting, more vibrant color.

Those who have sensitive skin or conditions like eczema, dandruff are more susceptible to irritation and may benefit from a sulfate-free shampoo – conditioner. There are medicated shampoos available over the counter to help treat these kinds of conditions.

Through my experience and my clients I believe its a good idea to switch up your products from time to time. Remember the change in the weather will have an effect on your hair and skin.

If you ever notice a significantly negative reaction with any product consult your physician or a dermatologist.

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Foods for healthy hair

On average there are over 100,000 hairs on your head. To help stimulate growth naturally there are a few simple solutions.

Diet: Its easy to think that all the products on the shelf will give you what you are lacking in your diet. You are what you eat! People who have a iron deficiency seem to suffer from hair loss more then those that don't.

Some of the best foods that will help you grow strong healthy hair include,

1. Eggs

2. Bananas

3. Beer

4. Oats

5. Raisins

6. Dark Green Veggies

7. Sweet Potatoes

8. Beans

9. Fruits And Veggies

10.Omega 3 Fatty Acids

11.Vegetable Oil

12. Greek Yogurt

13. Blueberries

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Hair Loss, Things that worked for me.

Propicea (Hair Loss Pill) does it really work? Yes! It can take up to 15 months of continues use to take it full effect. Targeting the crown section of the head. On the bottle it says if you are a pregnant woman or expect you might be pregnant you should not handle this pill. They did a study on rats, they gave them between 5-5000 times the dose recommended for humans. It caused abnormalities in the male fetuses when the pregnant mother underwent exposure. As a result women are warned not to use this drug to treat baldness, pregnant or not.

Does Rogaine Really Work? Yes!

Truth is it takes time. You need to treat it like brushing your teeth everyday. Some people have had great success. Others expectations have not been met. You need to use it twice a day. Its a topical solution, liquid or foam. Women can use it. It targets the front male pattern baldness. I still apply it to my crown area. When you stop taking it abruptly your hair seems to fall out.

I have not yet tried but will. There is always surgery. The process takes a day, you can wear a hat and be back at work the next. Surface healing should only take about a week to a week and a half to heal. Its come a long way from doll hair. Depending on how much hair loss and placement, the results can be really good. Downside is the cost. Looking at around $3000 - $5000 the last time I checked. Anywhere from $3. to $5. a graph.

Or shave it + get a freaking tan! and grow a goatee.

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Combing through longer unmanageable hair.

Sometimes its the weather. Sometimes its from product buildup. Sometimes its because of the quality of hair.

Swimming frequently can cause chlorine buildup.  In the case of product buildup, you will need a clarifying shampoo. Use it frequently when swimming more then 3 times a week. In combination use a at home or in salon deep conditioning treatment once every week to every other week. Until desired results are obtained.

Spraying a leave in conditioner helps soften the hair to be more manageable.

Use a wide tooth comb or pick. Start at the back of the head and work your way from bottom to top in 1 inch sections.

When your hair is wet don't pull it back in a pony tail! This can cause breakage and will also leave a pressure mark where the elastic was after drying. If you must pull it back, give it some breathing room and don't pull the elastic to tight.

Using a paddle brush before you go to bed can also help prevent tangles in the morning.