If this were your hair what would you be doing with it? ?

Urmston, did Mr U call here and get a quick snap of my head? I sent to the evil empire for Kerastace (spelling ?) shampoo and conditioner. Expensive but as none of us are going anywhere, bit of a treat. Otherwise any kind of oil

I'm sure I read somewhere (on here?) that using silk pillowcases is better for your skin and hair than cotton ones.
However, I haven't tried that myself.

The thing is if you ve done nothing to it (like bleach, colour it etc) then there is a reason why it’s gone poor in four months As we are all in and not out and about in polluted areas, not doing it ‘poshly’ with hairspray, straighteners for work or public view every day, then I would expect it to be in better condition in four months, than breaking off and looking dry and dull, that’s why I think it’s really important to send the photos to your gp and ask his opinion and hopefully have some tests done.
When other things are ruled out then use all the tips you ve been given on here but I don’t think they are your first port of call, they are a solution but not a reason .... rule your health out first as that’s surely the prime reason our hair starts to look unhappy
Good luck

urmstongran just a thought, could it be sun damage? I know you spend time in Spain. I’m with the others about Aussie products. I love them.

BlueBelle Urms has already acknowledged what you have written about.
She's said so upthread, has done some research about the possible medical reasons and has said that she wants a blood test.
It's clear that she is very concerned.

Your point being fanny? surely I m able to give my thoughts as well as you Sorry for posting
Good luck Umston hope you get it sorted I ll move on now

Just a thought Urmstongran........I am a little puzzled as to why you had the first photo taken when your hair was looking really healthy?
Sorry if you have already explained this earlir and I missed it

I just washed it twice a week and pinned it up out of the way

I don't think pinning it up or tying it up when it's damp will do it much good, especially if it's quite fine. Hair is more fragile when it's wet.

Urmstongran
I was ill a couple of years ago, it was complex but my lack of a thyroid didn’t help.
My hair was in a similar state, my wonderful hairdresser stopped the bleach and used olaplex treatment, you can buy this via Space NK.
My acupuncturist explained how my porous straw like hair was connected to health and menopause.
It’s all thick and glossy again but it took a while.

Your hair doesn’t look very dry Urmstongran
I often use coconut oil as a mask leave in for about an hour.
I’ve found head and shoulders for coloured hair works brilliantly leaves hair feeling soft and shiny.
Oh dear I sound like an advert!

Do you bleach your hair? I hope you don't mind being asked.

Firstly, I would try coconut oil and conditioner.

If that doesn't work, colour it without bleach. Clairol Nice 'n Easy is the make I use and, at the moment, I am just colouring it brown so that, as the roots come through, it doesn't show too much.

The condition of my hair after using this product is very good. It's up to you of course but I don't think bleach is good for hair if used regularly.

Good luck.

Your hair looks quite fine like mine Urmstongran, and mine looks similar to your second picture after I have washed it if I haven’t started to gently comb it out while it’s still dampish!

My fine, straight hair has been the bane of my life so I am reading your answers with interest!

i would suggest you ditch the hairbrush, esp a bristle one.
try just using a very wide-toothed comb, with good rounded ends on the teeth, and comb through conditioner when washing.
try not to muss it up too much. and do not over rinse the conditioner, or could try a leave-in conditioner.
just comb through gently, and leave to dry naturally with a towel on your shoulders. don't use hair dryer.

and don't wash more often than every 5 days.

DanniRae

Just a thought Urmstongran........I am a little puzzled as to why you had the first photo taken when your hair was looking really healthy?
Sorry if you have already explained this earlir and I missed it

That week I’d had my hair colour done when in Spain (in foils) DannieRae and I was so pleased with it. I asked Himself (again, but this was only ever the 1st time) to photograph it so I could show the colour, which I was delighted with, to my sister.

In the past I’d had ‘warmer’ colours done in the UK which, in the Spanish sunshine had turned brassy - not a good look! But this ‘cooler’ ashy tint was perfect for out there.

Funnily enough, as well as any hairdressers out there, I did wonder today - are there any retired GP’s who might see the photos and posit an opinion?

You never know!
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Urmstongran if you do decide to use an oil treatment, remember that when you wash your hair to remove the oil, you should first put some shampoo on your DRY hair, then wet it and put a little more shampoo on. If you don't, it can be difficult to get all the oil out on the first attempt. Good luck.

Argan Secret Argan oil.
The hairdresser used it so I bought some and have used it ever since. It takes very little- one squirt , rub your hands together then run your hands over/through your hair . It leaves your hands soft as well.

I also use Aussie Shampoo and Conditioner for coloured hair. When my hair feels more flyaway than usual, I put a little bit of the conditioner with the shampoo when I wash it, rinse out, and then condition again.

A tip for anyone who may be thinking of visiting Australia post-Covid:

You can't buy Aussie Miracle products in Australia, so take some with you in your hold luggage!
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I have fine, fly away hair and I use a mask www.qvcuk.com/Philip-Kingsley-Elasticizer-Duo-75ml.product.240571.html?sc=SRCH

If you don't like it you can send it back even after you have tried it. It does say to do a double wash to remove it from fine hair after you have left it on for as long as possible so the hair can absorb it.

Also keep putting it up in a bun after washing it will cause it to tangle more. Definitely go with good quality hair mask and sleep with it on.

Coconut oil, pure - liquid not in block. Leave on every day, don't wash it off until you can't stand it any more. And yes, wrap with clingfilm. Use a paddle brush. Sleep on a silk pillow in future. My hair was far worse than yours before doing these things, worry ye not, it will be in fine fettle in no time.

Three mornings a week I melt a couple of tablespoons of coconut oil, apply them to my hair, cover with a plastic bag and leave for about an hour. Shower and condition (I would recommend the OGX products) and you'll start to see and feel the difference. Doing that has transformed my hair.

Aussie conditioner, excellent