10 Hair Myths That Stop You From Loving Your Hair The Way It Deserves To Be Loved

Our hair is more than just a visual asset. They are a reflection of our well-being, a living imprint of our history..

Yet over time, myths have circulated, fuelling fears and misunderstandings that prevent us from loving our hair as it deserves. It's time to deconstruct them and give our hair back the place it deserves: that of a treasure to be cherished, understood and honoured.

1 "Cutting your hair makes it grow faster".

Ah, that famous idea that pushes us to cut our ends in the hope that our length will stretch more quickly. The truth? Hair grows from the roots, not the ends. In reality, cutting your hair helps to eliminate split ends and prevent breakage, but has no influence on the speed of growth. Your hair will grow naturally whether it's cut or not, but regular trimming helps to keep it strong, shiny and healthy.

2. "Brushing your hair 100 times a day makes it shinier".

Too much brushing can weaken the hair fibre and cause breakage.

Gentle brushing, adapted to your hair type and carried out with love, is all it takes to distribute the natural sebum and add shine and softness.

3. "Dirty hair grows faster

Many people think that the more often we shampoo, the faster our hair grows. In fact, a healthy, clean scalp promotes better growth. The build-up of sebum, pollution and product residues can clog follicles and slow growth. The important thing is to find a balance: wash your hair gently, according to its needs, without stressing it.

4. "Afro or curly hair doesn't grow".

Not only is this myth untrue, it has also contributed to discouraging so many people from enjoying their natural hair. All hair grows, but the way it looks differs according to its texture. Curly and frizzy hair tends to curl in on itself, giving the illusion that it's 'not growing'. But it does grow like other hair types - it just needs the right routine to reveal its full length.

5. "Natural products are always better

Natural skincare is often wonderful, but that doesn't mean it's right for everyone. The important thing is to listen to your hair and give it what really does it good. The wrong natural product can be just as ineffective, or even aggressive, as a conventional product. The key is to experiment and adopt a caring, personalised approach.

6. "Dandruff is caused by a lack of hygiene".

Wrong! Dandruff is often caused by an imbalance in the scalpWhether it's too dry, too oily or irritated. It's not a question of cleanliness, but rather of the right care. A soothed, well-moisturised scalp will naturally regain its balance.

7. "Pulling out a white hair makes several others grow".

We've all heard it before! But we haven't, a white hair plucked out will not give rise to several new white hairs. On the other hand, pulling out a hair can weaken the follicle and ultimately lead to permanent hair loss. Let your grey hair appear with complete peace of mind: it's a testament to the graceful passing of time.

8. "Oils moisturise hair

Oils are invaluable for sealing in moisture, but they do not moisturise on their own. For hair to be properly hydrated, it needs water, which is supplied by a hydrating spray, a hair milk or a water-based leave-in. Then an oil or butter seals in the moisture to prevent it evaporating.

9. "You have to wash your hair every day".

Washing your hair every day is not necessary, and can even be counter-productive. Excessive washing robs hair of its natural oils, leaving it dry and brittle. The ideal frequency depends on hair type: for curly, frizzy or frizzy hair, a weekly or twice-weekly wash is more than enough.

10 "Changing hair products often prevents hair from getting used to them".

Hair does not develop "resistance" to treatment. If a product seems less effective over time, it's often because your hair's needs have changed, or because a build-up of residue is preventing the active ingredients from penetrating properly. A good clarifying cleaning from time to time helps to reset the counters to zero.

Conclusion: Free Yourself from False Myths

Your hair deserves to be loved in all its truth, far from the limiting beliefs that have been held for generations. Let's learn to listen to our hair, understand it and honour it as it is. Every strand, every curl, every frizz tells a unique story, and it's time to celebrate them with kindness.

Look after your hair as you would look after a precious garden: with love, patience and gentleness.