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Expert: Dana Sear - 11/4/2009


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I have been losing hair for the past 6 months and I wonder if it is due to my haircoloring which is being done regualarly by my sylist.  Can you tell me the best product on the market in haircoloring?

Answer
Hiya Lucy,

If you are thinning, hair actually falling out at the root, it is unlikely that it is the hair color. If it is breakage, it's the stylist.

There are many excellent color lines and even the best of the best are no good if the stylist does not understand color. Currently, I am using Redken but I have used many different color lines successfully so to tell you just one wouldn't be particularly honest or objective on my part. But if your stylist is using a professional color line, the hair loss is probably something else.

Many factors affect hair and hair loss; stress, rapid weight loss; sudden change in routine or diet; thyroid; hormones; the list truly goes on and on. Discuss the problem with your stylist and have him/her check to see if it's breakage or loss. There is a big difference but it isn't always immediately evident.

Good luck,

dana

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I can answer questions on all types of hairstyling, cutting, designing, coloring, corrective color, perming techniques,product knowledge, and in general, anything that has anything to do with hair. PLEASE NOTE: I am a professional designer and trainer. I do hair and teach advanced classes to licensed designers. I do not, under any circumstances, recommend doing chemical services including but not limited to relaxers, perms, color, highlights, or any other chemical service at home. I will not tell you how to use professional products nor will I tell you how to do your color at home.

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I have been a designer and educator for 29 years. I have been a salon consultant for Redken, affiliate trainer for ABBA Pure and Natural and am currently a member of the design team and trainer for my company. I specialize in corrective color, perming and style support, and image updates (make overs)

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I have been actively licensed for 29 years. I have a college degree in another field, and actively participate in and teach cutting, perming, coloring, and business building classes. I am a certified Redken Consultant and certified to perform and teach Chi Transformation.

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