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Posted on Fri, 13 Sep 2019
Question: Is it okay for my 65 year old mother with already dry/thin hair (due to hypothyroidism) to go under a heating machine for 45 mins after dying her hair at the salon? The colorist says its for better and faster absorption of XXXXXXX but we are concerned about hair damage.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Regarding possible harmful effects of coloring on hair

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service.
I have read your query and noted your concern.

Firstly, the process of coloring itself can loosen telogen hair that was anyways due to being shed, leading to increased shedding.

Secondly, both coloring and heating can damage and weaken the hair shaft thus possibly leading to hair fragility and increased hair shedding.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if you need any more assistance.

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Is It Okay For My 65 Year Old Mother With

Brief Answer: Regarding possible harmful effects of coloring on hair Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service. I have read your query and noted your concern. Firstly, the process of coloring itself can loosen telogen hair that was anyways due to being shed, leading to increased shedding. Secondly, both coloring and heating can damage and weaken the hair shaft thus possibly leading to hair fragility and increased hair shedding. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.