Beijing 101 Hair Consultants  |  Hair Care 101 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the proper procedure for washing hair?

Step 1: Rinse your hair with warm water.
Step 2: Squeeze shampoo onto your palm and rub to lather before applying on your hair. Do not apply shampoo directly on your hair.
Step 3: Do not scratch your scalp with finger nails; instead use your finger pulps to gently massage it.
Step 4: Rinse your hair thoroughly to avoid leaving any residue on your scalp. 

2. How many times a week should I wash my hair to prevent hair loss?

We should wash our hair daily to wash away sebum on our scalp that can clog up our hair follicles. Daily hair wash and hair care routines are the key to healthy looking hair. Getting rid of the dirt on the hair is the most basic step, so that your hair can absorb the nutrients more effectively. Chinese herbs such as Chinese knotweed root, Chinese angelica root, Wolfberry tree fruit, Black sesame, helps achieve radiant-looking hair. 

3. Which can prevent hair loss - Hot shower or cold shower?

There is a general misconception that a hot shower helps get rid of sebum on the scalp and a cold rinse after that helps unclog pores, which keeps the hair clean and dry. It is true that a hot shower removes dirt more easily, but it will stimulate sebum secretion on the scalp. Rinsing it with cold water after that will cause the sebum to stay on the scalp. Hence, set water temperature for your shower between 37ºC to 38ºC, which is the most appropriate. 

4. Can regular head massage prevent hair fall?

Regular head massage for relaxation encourages hair growth. The simplest head massage is to place your fingers on your scalp and rub back and forth like a comb. This simple massage helps improve blood circulation and absorption of nutrients into your scalp. Receiving complete head massage in a professional hair care centre regularly has tremendous positive effect on blood circulation on the scalp, as it stimulates hair follicles and promotes hair growth. 

5. Would air-conditioned room can also cause dandruff problem?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, low temperature will cause chill in the body and thus poor blood circulation and kidney deficiency, which can cause hair loss. The dryness in an air-conditioned room can also cause dandruff problem.