Hair, what's normal, and what's not?

Your hair and your scalp, can undergo many different stages, Donte's of New York, would like to set the record straight on a few of them.  

Dandruff:  Although these white flakes can be bothersome, dandruff is not something that is contagious nor is it harmful to your body. Dandruff is said to come from oily skin, cold or dry weather, eczema or even stress.  Keeping your scalp oil free and using a dandruff shampoo, can help ail your itchy scalp.  

Seborrheic Dermatitis: Similar to dandruff, but instead of white flakes, these are greasy and yellow in color.  This is actually an inflammatory skin condition and can be the result of an underlying more serious condition. If you are suffering from this, using an antidandruff shampoo is your best course of action.  

Temporary hair loss: Humans generally shed about 100 hairs per day.  When you lose a hair naturally, the new hairs are growing back in at the same time.  However, if you have had a surgery, taken medication, given birth or pretty much anything new and you are saying a great deal of hair loss, you may want to discuss it with your doctor to determine your hair loss' underlying cause.  

Permanent hair loss: Permanent hair loss may be caused by genetics or by an autoimmune disease, such as Alopecia.  For some with alopecia the hair may grow back, while with others, the loss is permanent.  

At Donte's of New York, we understand all of your hair care needs. We know how hard it can be to discover that your hair loss is permanent. We have solutions for you that will make you feel like you again. All of our services are provided in private rooms by a staff who cares about you and understands how devastating your hair loss may feel.  Call Donte's of New York today to learn more about how we can help you get your hair back to where you want it be, beautifully and naturally, 480-483-8800 or visit us on the web at: www.Dontes.com

Tips for keeping your hair healthy

Washing your hair does many things, it cleans your scalp and your hair and it makes your hair smell great too, but what can you do to make your hair it's shiniest and healthiest? Please read below for some tips we think you should know. 

1. Rinse the shampoo out really good - So you have given your hair a good wash but did you know that leaving even a little of the shampoo residue in your hair can cause your hair to look dull and flat?  Yes, it's true.  So, always make sure that the suds are rinsed out well and use a good conditioner, such as Sudzz FX Moxee to give your hair an extra shiny glow. 
2. Use the right style products- It can be so confusing when you are standing in front of the products shelf at your favorite store.  Everyone wants to tell you that their products are the best and the promises that are made are not always the results that you see. You can end up spending a fortune on hair products and still not get the desired look you are after.  If looking for something to give your hair more shine, we love the Sudzz FX Zenyth serum. What's so great about it, is it is lightweight, has silicone in it to protect your hair from heat and hot tools and even smells great too. Always make sure to use about a dime sized amount and spread it evenly throughout your hair.  Using too much could actually cause your hair to tangle so be careful not to overuse it. 
3. Clarify, Clarify, Clarify-Once a month, pick a day and use a good clarifying shampoo on your hair.  We love the Sudzz FX Nyrvana.  Clarifying once a month will clean up any buildup on your scalp and leave your hair looking extra shiny and beautiful. 

We love hair and we want you to love yours too!  Donte's of New York, has been in the Hair Replacement business for over 45 years. We provide hair loss solutions to both Men and Women with fine, thinning hair or total hair loss, non surgically.  We know hair loss can be difficult, we are here to help. Please call us today for your FREE consultation, 480-483-8800 or visit us on the web:  www.dontes.com and please like us on Facebook, Donte's of New York. 

Tell me about....Hair Extensions at Donte's of New York

Who would have thought that hair extensions could give you so much flexibility? Hard to believe for some I am sure. But in actuality hair extensions can allow you to go from a short haircut to a beautiful head of long flowing locks all in less than a few hours time. 

Picking which extensions work best for you is the hard part. There are many ways that extensions can be attached. Some leave your hair healthy and allow your hair to grow without leaving any lasting damage.While other extensions can cause breakage, and even sometimes permanent hair loss. 

At Donte's of New York we strive to provide our customers with extensions that will allow you to have a gorgeous head of hair, while at the same time leave your hair damage free. Whether you just want to wear your extensions every now and then by selecting our clip in extensions by Hair Diamonds  or prefer to have them in for 3-6 months, Donte's of New York can give you hair that will make you feel confident and gorgeous.  Find out how today, give us a call for your FREE consultation:  480-483-8800 or check us out on the web at www.dontes.com.

How to keep your hair looking it's best as we age

As we age, so does our hair but following the steps listed below can help keep your hair looking healthy and youthful.

1.  Keep ponytails loose & at a minimum:
Keeping hair in tight ponytails, braids or anything that puts stress on your hair, can lead to breakage.  Worn too many days in a row it can also lead to hair loss that sometimes can be permanent. The best advice that we give our clients is to reduce the stress on your hair by alternating wearing your hair down and up.  Try not to wear your hair in a tight pulled back style too many days in a row and keep braiding to a minimum.  Wearing hair extensions that are attached with braids or are sewn in have been known to cause Traction Alopecia, lose of hair in the specific area where extensions are attached in this manner.  At Donte's of New York, our hair extensions are attached in a non-damaging way that will not contribute to hair loss and will actually allow damaged hair to grow out, leaving only healthy hair. 

2.  Shampoo less:
Unless your hair is oily or dirty, it is not always necessary to shampoo daily.  Shampoo's actually can strip the hair, which can cause dull hair and breakage.  If you feel you must shampoo daily, then try to shampoo only at the root and condition the ends.  Choosing a shampoo that is moisturizing is always a good way to go as it will help keep hair shiny and healthy.  We recommend Suddz FX Cashmere Shampoo as it works wonders at moisturizing hair and keeping it looking it's best.

3.  Be extra careful when your hair is wet:
When hair is wet it has a tendency to be elastic and can snap easily. Rubbing your hair with a towel is a no, no as is brushing it.  We always advise our customers to brush their hair out thoroughly before washing their hair and use only their fingers to get out any knots once they come out of the shower.  Once your hair is about 85% dry then you can start using a brush to style your hair. 

4. Use hot tools sparingly:
Using hot tools such as curling irons, hair dryers or flat irons on a daily basis can cause hair to dry out. This will lead to dull, frizzy and damaged hair that easily breaks.  When using hot tools, it is important that you always use a protective serum or spray, this will coat the hair with silicone and will help to keep hair from being damaged.  Our favorite product is the Suddzz FX Zenyth serum.  All you need to use is about a dime sized amount and it keeps hair looking shiny and beautiful even when you are using hot tools.  Using hot tools less often is also recommended. Try air drying your hair or flat ironing every few days, and you should see a nice difference. 

Donte's of New York is the premier hair loss treatment center in Scottsdale, Arizona. We provide hair loss solutions for both men and women who have fine hair, thinning hair, partial or total hair loss, all non-surgically and without further damage to your hair.  Please check us out on the web at: www.Dontes.com , Like us on Facebook at Donte's of New York or call today for your FREE consultation: 480-483-8800. We know hair loss can be difficult, you are not alone, we are here to help.