Did you know that using the wrong comb can actually damage your hair?! Especially while combing wet hair, or during hair procedures like color application and chemical treatments. Want to know how?
GET TO KNOW THE HAIR CUTICLE
The hair cuticle is the outer-most layer of hair and is made of flattened cells that overlap like the tiles on a terra-cotta roof. The function of the hair cuticle is to protect the the hair shaft from damage. Strong hair will typically have closed hair cuticles, while damaged hair will have open, raised or chipped hair cuticles which can lead to moisture loss and damage.
Hence, taking care of the hair cuticle is a critical part of ensuring hair safety.
WHEN DOES THE HAIR CUTICLE OPEN UP?
Any alkaline substance can open up the hair cuticle. Hair products like some shampoos, chemicals, colors etc. can also lead to open hair cuticles. In fact, even wet hair can lead to opening of the hair cuticle.
IS OPENING OF THE HAIR CUTICLE DANGEROUS?
During hair procedures like chemical treatment and coloring, the hair cuticle opens up to allow the chemicals and colors to reach the central part of the hair strand. However, after the procedure, the hair cuticles close down again and perform their function of protecting the hair. Hence, the proper closing down of hair cuticles is extremely important.
HOW IS THE HAIR CUTICLE DAMAGED?
Most regular combs have sharp seams which can scrape the open and susceptible hair cuticles, causing long-term damage with each stroke. Hence, it is extremely important to choose the right comb to minimize hair damage.
HOW TO CHOOSE A COMB THAT PROTECTS THE HAIR CUTICLE?
The ideal comb should have smooth, rounded edges to minimize the damage done to the hair cuticles. Combs from Pegasus are hand crafted with care and have smooth, rounded and seamless teeth. This helps the comb gently glide over the hair, without damaging the hair cuticle. This also helps in spreading the natural oils evenly, leading to smooth, shiny and healthy hair.
