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getting hair colored
Added: 448 days ago.
Added by: nevada69
Section: General.
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i was just wondering what ur opinions are on getting ur hair done and if its safe?

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MrsSoller - 447 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) My doctor told me " you never see Julia Roberts or Madonna with roots, do you?" just make sure your in a well ventilated area.

nevada69 - 447 days ago thanks guys:)

mommad - 447 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) I got mine done while I was preggo. My stylist said it's not a big deal.

CassandraLee - 447 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) Its totally safe to use any har color treatment. This is from www.americanpregnancy.org The American Pregnancy Association: Are hair treatment chemicals dangerous during pregnancy? Manufacturers frequently change formulas and many different chemicals are used in these processes. These chemicals are not generally evaluated for effects on pregnancy so limited data on use during pregnancy is available. It is likely that only a small amount of any hair treatment chemicals are actually absorbed into a woman’s system through her skin. This minimal amount is not thought to be enough to create a problem for the baby. The fixation solution used during permanents may irritate the scalp but not affect other areas of the body and a minimal amount would be absorbed. The same would be true of chemicals used in the straightening process. Are hair dyes safe during pregnancy? According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), hair dyes are probably safe to use during pregnancy because so little dye is absorbed through the skin. However, it is still important to be cautious, therefore many health care providers recommend that pregnant women not use permanent hair dyes during the first three months. While the absorption through the skin is minimal, the concern is that breathing fumes during the process could be harmful to the developing baby. Permanent hair dyes contain ammonia which has a strong chemical fume. The recommendation is to avoid hair dyes that contain ammonia. The chemical fume warning also applies to straightening products as well. Semi-permanent dyes or a highlighting process may be considered safer for pregnant women. With highlights, the dye is enclosed in foil and won’t be absorbed into the skin. Vegetable dyes such as henna are also considered likely to be safe for coloring hair during pregnancy.

earthmomma - 447 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) i would just get it highlighted or paint on streaks bc that way the chemicals dont actually touch your scalp and cannot get absorbed into your body. remember they all the chemicals you take in will go to your baby. i have highlighted my hair twice, and the best advice i can give you is to make sure you have a fan or open a window bc the smell seems sooo much stronger when u are preggo! and breathing in the fumes prob isnt too good either.

heaven - 447 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) i got my hair colored with an organic hair dye. check the salons in your area and see if they go green

Katiebug - 448 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) As a former hairdresser, I must say that "noobailey" is right... the hormones can affect the turn out of the color. It doesn't happen often, but you could end up with a different color than you've chosen! The only other slight risk is inhaling the fumes. As long as you're in a well-ventilated area, and the product doesn't smell too strong, then you should be fine!

elliexx - 448 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) I still get my hair done every 7 weeks and it hasn't affected me but every woman is different, speak to your hairdresser x

marktrish - 448 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) i think it's not good having your hair done while you are pregnant... coz of the heat and chemical that can affect your little one in your tummy!

noobailey - 448 days ago Rating: 0 (0 votes) I got my hair done 3 times during this pregnancy ...i wouod say the risk is minimal ...The only thing you do have to watch is because of all the extra hormones you may end up with a different colour hair instead of the one you wanted ..:) good luck with your pregnancy xxx