The Eco Well podcast A Hair Care 101 with Heleen Kibbelaar @sciencemeetscosmetics
Nov 5, 2021
Heleen Kibbelaar, a PhD candidate researching complex fluid systems, dives into the science of hair care. She discusses the difference between healthy and damaged hair, emphasizing keratin strength over superficial shine. Heleen debunks popular myths like the hair scrape test and common misconceptions about hair growth claims from oils. She also evaluates the effectiveness of products and clarifies the role of silicones, encouraging a science-based approach to hair care. Expect valuable tips for achieving and maintaining lovely locks!
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Hair Health
- Healthy hair is defined by strength, not just shine.
- Hair strength comes from the cortex, while shine comes from the outer layer.
Hair Damage
- Damaged cortex (hair's core) is hard to repair, unlike the outer layer.
- Bleaching and perming damage the cortex, making hair weaker.
Hair Strengthening Products
- Many products claim to strengthen hair, but they mostly reduce friction.
- True hair strengthening products must repair bonds in the cortex, like Olaplex or K18.