I’ve been under a lot of stress lately. I’m not even really sure why. I think it mainly has to do with not having enough time to do stuff, or managing the time I have to do stuff badly. I’ll be the first to admit, I often get overwhelmed when I HAVE to get something done that I don’t really want to do.
Anyway.
I’ve been totally convinced that my hair is falling out. I don’t know if it actually is, any more than normal, but I shed a lot and get kind of alarmed when a clump (which is actually just a few strands) falls out in my hand. My hair is pretty fine and can look somewhat thin if I let it go unwashed for a day or so, or if I straighten it. I often have my own hair stuck all over my shirt and end up picking it off, wondering when I’ll be bald. My co-workers can tell you I’m often complaining that “all of my hair is falling out and I’m going to be bald soon and have to wear a wig”. Dramatic? Maybe.
So I bought some stuff.
The first thing I picked up is Kerastase Initialiste. This is a serum that comes in a really fancy bottle that would probably smash into a zillion pieces if I dropped it. Basically, it is to improve the health of your scalp. It’s a light, pleasant smelling serum that you squeeze out of a pipette and massage into your scalp while your hair is still wet. I’ve been using it consistently for a few weeks and have definitely noticed new growth…I sort of have a “halo” of new hair growing in. I don’t really know if it has done anything for strength, and I haven’t noticed reduced “shedding” with this alone. Not sure if it’s worth the exorbitant price.
The next thing I bought, because I hadn’t seen *that* much difference with the Initialiste, is the Nioxin System 3 Cleanser & Conditioner. This stuff is awesome. It smells like Andes mints and really feels refreshing…especially the conditioner which tingles to the point of almost being annoying. I have DEFINITELY noticed my hair looks thicker and healthier since using this. I’m not sure if it has reduced hair fallout yet, but I do realize that the amount falling out might be normal anyway. I was on the fence about buying this (I stared at the shelf in ULTA for a good half hour wondering what to do), but I’m glad I did. I have noticed that my scalp gets less oily using this, also, so I can go longer between washings. If you are interested in Nioxin I recommend going to their site to find the best one for your hair type, as they have several depending on the condition and texture of your hair.
He comes home on the 20th of April and I can’t wait! 
