Facts and Myths about HAIR

There are a lot of myths about hair. Most Filipinos, especially traditional and older ones, believe in a lot of legendary myths and superstitious beliefs. Believe it or not, there are a lot of myths about hair. And you’ll find them a bit shocking. Here are some:

Myth 1:Sleeping with a wet hair can cause visual impairment or blindness.

Fact:There is no scientific explanation that sleeping with wet hair can cause blindness. There wasn’t any record too that shows that people who slept with wet hair actually had visual impairment.

Myth 2: However, sleeping with wet hair can cause headaches.

Fact: Most people believe that this is true. However, many have argued but there is really no link between sleeping with wet hair and headache. There isn’t any evidence too that supports this theory. Many believe that this was a story that moms made up so that their pillowcases won’t get wet.

Myth 3:Plucking grey hairs will cause more grey hairs to grow.

Fact: False. However, plucking grey hairs should not be practiced since it plucking often may cause damage to the roots that would eventually scar.

Myth 4:Head lice can be removed with hot oil.

Fact: No it is not true and it cannot be. Hot oils are made to give moisture to hair and do not contain ingredients to repel those insects. Instead, use over-the-counter anti-lice shampoos or medicinal products that can totally remove head lice.

Myth 5: There are products to treat split ends.

Fact: Truth is you’ve been delaying that trim for a long time and you’re finding a way out just to excuse yourself from cutting your hair. Although a silicone or beeswax will conceal it temporarily but a hair cut will bid goodbye to your split ends.

Myth 6: Using too many shampoos make hair manageable.

Fact: Switching to different shampoos should not be a habit. You should find the right product based on the type of your hair and stick to that product to maintain healthy and manageable hair.