Pregnancy, it is indisputable, is a wonderful time. But along with joyful emotions, it brings excitement, anxiety, and sometimes makes you think about issues that were previously taken for granted. For example, can you paint or cut hair during pregnancy. On the one hand, well, of course you can, what questions may be. On the other hand, grandmothers, aunts and other relatives, especially the older generation, are beginning to give advice for good intentions.
From their words, it turns out, you can’t do a lot during pregnancy - you can’t cut your hair, or the child will be born “with a short mind”, dye your hair - “harm the child”, raise your arms - “the baby will get entangled in the umbilical cord”, look at ugly people, knit and many more prohibitions. Suppose you can try during pregnancy not to knit, not sew, do not even raise your hands, but how to do without a haircut or dyeing? After all, at this time you want to look as beautiful as possible. Yes, and many modern women work in offices where it is necessary to comply with the dress code and the appropriate makeup and hairstyle. Well, you will not come to work as not made up, with regrown roots or overgrown haircut. How to proceed?
Can or can not cut hair during pregnancy
There is quite a common point of view that you can not cut hair during pregnancy. How to treat such an opinion: should heed or be perceived as superstition? Where did this come from? It turns out that our long-time ancestors “believed to be guilty” in this, who believed that a person’s life force is in the hair - they protect, store information, lengthen life. Therefore, the hair was cut only in extreme cases, for example, during serious diseases - cholera, plague, etc. They washed and combed them on certain lunar days, and, of course, did not shave during pregnancy so as not to deprive themselves of additional protection. All these superstitions are stretched for more than one century, but they carry nothing but prejudice.
In the body during pregnancy, hormonal changes take place, which has a positive effect on the hair and their appearance - they become thicker, silky, grow faster, dormant hair bulbs are awakened and activated. Therefore, if you want to grow hair, pregnancy is your chance. And if you have short hair, bring them in order and make haircuts, have more often. Unfortunately, after childbirth, the balance is restored, and the hair follicles that have awakened during pregnancy, return to sleep, and the hair that grows out of these bulbs just fall out. Therefore, the fact that many women take for the postpartum "molt" is nothing but a return of the density of hair to its original position. By the way, hairdressers say that if a woman has short hair, and she cut them regularly during pregnancy, then they will fall out less than those with long hair, because hair follicles experienced less. If the situation with a haircut is cleared up - it is possible to cut hair during pregnancy, then how to deal with coloring?
Can I dye my hair during pregnancy
In ordinary life, many women look well-groomed and stylish, visit beauty salons, dye their hair. During pregnancy, you have to think about the safety of such procedures. And a woman has a question - doesn’t the monthly tinting of grown roots cause harm to the health of a future baby? Or it can give up on beauty and walk with an untidy head, but be sure that the child is safe. Special studies on the safety of staining during pregnancy have not been done, but gynecologists and pediatricians advise expectant mothers, just in case, to refrain from painting at the very beginning of pregnancy, especially in the first three months, when important organs of the fetus are laid and formed. Moreover, the danger is not so much contact of the paint with the skin, as the inhaled toxic fumes emanating from the ammonia contained in the dye. Yes, pregnant women themselves during this period may refuse to visit the hairdresser in the form of toxicosis - the smell of paint can provoke another nausea attack. Stylists also advise to dye hair during pregnancy with ammonia-free paints - they have a more benign formula, and their qualities are no worse than traditional paints with ammonia.
Hairdressers warn that it is not always possible to get the desired color or shade after dyeing. And this is not the fault of the paint, but again hormones that change the structure of the hair. For the same reason, a perm may not “clutch”. During pregnancy, you can move away from full hair coloring and make coloring or highlighting. With these methods of staining, the growing roots are not so noticeable, i.e. You can rarely tint them, and there is no direct contact of the paint with the skin. If you are still afraid of using chemical dyes, you can dye your hair during pregnancy with natural dyes - basma, henna, onion peel decoction, chamomile extract.
If you wish to remain well-groomed and beautiful during pregnancy, in each case you can find a way out, there would be a desire. Therefore, girls, women, future mothers, do not be afraid to visit hairdressers. Make fashionable haircuts, nice and stylish dress. You will become more attractive, which will raise your spirits, delight the beauty of your husband and recharge yourself with positive emotions. Whether to dye your hair or not, let each of you decide individually, depending on the state of health, the characteristics of your body or personal prejudices.
Arguments against haircuts and dyeing during pregnancy
The main reason why pregnant women are not recommended to change hair color is the fear that the dye components can affect the fetus. Moreover, the composition of this cosmetic, indeed, contains both preservatives, and various unsafe chemical compounds.
As for the haircut, the hair has always been given almost mystical significance. From there, it was believed that shortening their length adversely affects the vitality of the woman. And it was also believed that by cutting the hair, you can shorten the life of the baby and even cause his death during childbirth.
Modern view and opinions of doctors
The modern view of the problem does not contain superstitions and age-old traditions. Moreover, the paint does not enter the blood and is unlikely to affect the fetus. Even with all the substances contained in it and the possibility of their contact with the skin, doctors do not advise to worry about colored hair. The same opinion is shared by doctors about haircuts.
Then why is it considered that pregnant women should not dye their hair - is there really no rational grain in it? According to hairdressers, women's hairstyle during pregnancy does not need serious changes - neither staining nor haircut may not lead to the desired results due to hormonal changes in the body. From straight hair can be expected that they will start to curl, and from curly - straightening. Such changes will worsen the mood and will not benefit the woman. Because of the haircuts during pregnancy only trimming is allowed.
Contraindications for hair
Continuing the theme of hair coloring, it is worth noting that in the early stages of maturation the fetus is most susceptible to negative influence.
And in the first weeks it is undesirable to disturb him even by changing the color of his hair. In the second trimester, the protection of the baby gets stronger and less contraindications. Although in most cases it is worthwhile to wait several months until the effect on the female body no longer concerns the child. But, if you finally decided to change the image (or painting is necessary to restore hair with already changed color), you should do everything correctly and follow certain rules.
Early Precautions
The purpose of observing safety rules when coloring hair is to minimize the risk of harm to the child. Make it easy. It is enough to refuse the paints containing dangerous components.
Do not use hazardous paint.
How does ammonia paint affect the body?
Regardless of the advice of doctors, hairdressers and pregnant women who have already taken place, it is really impossible to dye hair for pregnant women if the dye contains ammonia. Vapors of this substance are toxic and have a pungent odor, unsafe even for a healthy woman, who should perform the procedure in a well-ventilated room. And pregnant women from such paints should be abandoned. Information on the composition is on the packaging of the reagent, as a result, it is easy to determine its danger.
Natural paints
Previously, hair was dyed with natural substances: herbal and floral broths, onions, and even cinnamon. Herbal ingredients are much less harmful to the body. And, if we talk about why pregnant women can not be painted, folk remedies do not belong to not recommended for this substance.
Recipe with onion peel includes:
The mixture is boiled and applied in a quarter of an hour. The first time the shade will not so noticeable and quickly washed off. If you repeat the procedure for several days in a row, the hairstyle will get a golden shade, even if it was originally dark blonde. For brunettes option is not suitable.
Onion peel is not suitable for everyone
Chamomile decoction is also suitable not only as a means of coughing. He gives his hair a golden color, more noticeable in blondes. The added value of the dyeing procedure is that hair not only changes color, but also strengthens. The decoction is applied as follows:
Peel and walnut leaves in the amount of 20-25 g and taken in equal proportions are boiled for about half an hour in 1 liter of water. The result is another tool for hair. A pregnant woman who applied it, can get a gorgeous chestnut hairstyle.
Chamomile decoction - always in service with pregnant women
Not all future mothers who want to change their hair color have the time and desire to prepare tinctures and solutions. They have the opportunity to purchase finished material - basma or henna. One will make the hair black, the other - bright red. Although the saturation and the period during which the color lasts, depend on the time of holding the substance on the hair. Allowed and mix basma with henna - shade becomes chestnut. The disadvantage of the use of materials is high resistance, which makes it difficult to select a new reagent that overlaps these natural dyes.
Choose the safest tool
Regardless of the chosen color and method, it is recommended to color one strand first and make sure that the resulting shade matches the desired one. Even if you do not like the result, there will be less disappointment than with full painting.
The value of female hair at different times
Then the answer to the question of whether it is possible to cut hair during pregnancy was definitely negative. And at different times there were various reasons.
- Cave century. In this era, hair played the same role as wool for animals. They warmed the body. A pregnant woman, and eventually a nursing mother, wrapped the baby in her own strands, trying to save heat.
- Middle Ages . It was at this time, as historians believe, that the term "goof" appeared, which testified to shame. One of the worst punishments for a woman was circumcision. So punished for treason or the gravest sins.
- XVIII-XIX century. Rarely a woman could keep up to 30 years of beautiful hair. Scientists believe that it’s not even the low standard of living that is to blame, but permanent pregnancies. Women who have married have given birth to children with virtually no stopping. The fragile organism did not have time to recover. Women weakened, various diseases developed, strands significantly thinned and fell out. Of course, in such conditions, no one even thought of cutting hair during pregnancy.
5 common superstitions
Before medicine was able to scientifically explain the mortality of infants, diseases of mothers and newborns, many centuries passed. Lack of substantiated information spawned superstition. Some of them just linked the pathology of pregnancy with the way a woman treated her hair while carrying a child. Here, for example, the five most common prejudices.
- Baby life. According to ancient legends, hair is a source of female power that protects a child from the negative influence of the outside world. Therefore, trimming the hair, the mother deprives the child of protection, condemns him to death.
- Mother's health and well-being. Shortening her hair, a woman as if “cuts off” her health, happiness, wealth.
- Sex change. If during pregnancy to constantly cut the hair, then the infant "cut off" the reproductive organ.
- Miscarriage Through the mother’s hair, the baby’s soul materializes in the womb. Therefore, a haircut can cause premature birth or miscarriage.
- Longevity. Some midwives claimed that the expectant mother cutting her hair shortens the lifespan of her child.
Medical look
Medics are always surprised by this question. After all, there is no connection between haircut and baby development. Expectant mother allowed to cut hair. It will not harm the baby or the woman. Therefore, the opinion of doctors is almost always unequivocal - you can cut it. However, the doctors make some amendments to their resolution. There are two nuances.
- Hike to the hairdresser. In the early stages (approximately until the fourth month), doctors recommend refraining from going to the hairdresser. In beauty salons, the air is simply saturated with all sorts of dyes, flavors and many other chemicals. The future mother is completely undesirable to inhale such poisons, which even an ordinary person can provoke a severe headache and will not benefit the fetus at all.
- Allergic reactions. In the body of the future mother is hormonal changes. Against the background of such a failure, past ailments can be completely “cured” or new ones can appear. No doctor can predict how the body will respond to external interventions. Therefore, even well-tolerated odors, shampoos, paints, hair sprays, can be a source of allergies.
Scientific view
The patterns between the haircut and the birth of the baby have not been identified either in scientific practice or in theory. Many women who cut their hair during pregnancy gave birth to healthy and strong babies. And on the contrary, mothers who adhered to imaginary prohibitions give birth to children with pathologies. From the point of view of science, it is even useful for expectant mothers to cut their hair. For at least three reasons.
- Excessive density. Changes in hormonal levels in the body leads to a significant reduction in hair loss. Therefore, future mothers always notice the increased density and pomp of strands. But such enhanced hair growth requires an increased portion of vitamins and minerals. To saturate the strands and not deprive the infant, women are prescribed special vitamin complexes. In such conditions, trimming the hair looks quite appropriate.
- Split ends . This is another good reason to go to the hairdresser. The split ends of the hair usually signal a deficiency of microelements and vitamins in the mother's body.Doctors prescribe pharmaceutical drugs that fill the shortage. And in order to cut the hair does not "pull" nutrients, it is best to cut them.
- Prolapse after birth. After the baby is born during the first six months, women experience rapid hair loss. With this problem, as the reviews show, almost all mothers are struggling, and it is associated with the restoration of hormonal balance. Naturally, the longer the strands, the more nutrition they need, and the more intense they will fall out. Therefore, haircut during pregnancy - prevention of postpartum rash curls.
Religious look
The Orthodox Church calls not to succumb to superstition. After all, superstition (vain faith) and true true faith are incompatible. The following recommendations are given to believers in Orthodoxy.
Archpriest Nikolai from the Krasnodar Temple of St. Joseph the Enchanter claims that the Creator never punishes a woman for cutting hair, because the Lord is merciful and all-loving. What is important is not the length of the hair, but the way of life of the future mother and the observance of God's commandments. And Archpriest Basil from the Poltava Ascension Church quotes the First Epistle to Corinthians, chapter 11, line 15. It says that it is a great honor for a woman to grow her hair, because they are given to her instead of a curtain. However, there is not a single mention of the fact that a pregnant woman should grow curls. Not mentioned that cutting her hair, a woman will cause the wrath of the Lord.
Psychologists view
To resolve doubts about whether you can get a haircut during pregnancy, you should listen to psychologists. They offer two solutions to the dilemma.
- Do not cut. Disrupted hormonal background affects the psycho-emotional state of women. The future mother becomes very impressionable, soft, whiny. Any comment, accidentally dropped in her address, can deeply hurt a woman. The impressionable mother is capable of imbued with the idea and will accept superstitions. In this situation, the effect of auto-suggestion may work: what the woman fears happens. Naturally, such young ladies better refrain from cutting.
- Cut it. An emotionally stable person who completely disbelieves national signs will simply ward off all the “well-wishers'” advice. Her head does not even attend thoughts: it is possible or impossible. Such women, irrespective of the interesting situation, will visit the hairdresser with the same regularity. And this is right, because its own attractiveness causes joy to the future mother. A positive attitude is important for the baby.
People who call themselves psychics and sorcerers made their contribution to the warming up of the theme of the ban on haircuts. They tell about the possibility of imposing "damage" on the strands. And describe the hair as antennas connecting the mother's body with the cosmos. So, the old belief continues to live and is overgrown with new "details." But how reasonable is that? To cut hair during pregnancy or not, the woman decides for herself. And only her opinion is the only correct one in this question.
"Pregnancy is not a disease, but to look neglected is a crime!" - reviews
All this is superstition. I did not cut my hair, my friend cut her hair - there is no difference. In the next pregnancy, too, I will have a haircut. Went overgrown with long tows, once again made sure that I do not have long hair
I cut my hair. And hair dyed with natural paint. And the nails cut. And painted nails. Do not walk the same as *****. Even when the belly was large, she tried very hard to look at herself. All was afraid, suddenly my daughter would suddenly come out and see the mother-woman. All is well, healthy baby. Smaller any problems, ala possible or impossible.
I do not cut my hair all the pregnancy, we have 37 weeks! I try not to believe in omens, but I do not cut my hair, as it is stuck on it, by the way, I just have a horror of what is going on with the tips of my hair. I think that's a little left, then immediately and hair cut and dyed.
If you are superstitious, do not seek, because this is your attitude. I cut my hair, made up, wore short skirts, went to the maternity hospital in heels and gave birth to a beautiful daughter. With the back, the truth after the heels was not very. From the point of view of Christianity, it is possible to get a haircut, I talked with the priest when a pregnant woman went. My opinion: Pregnancy is not a disease, but looking neglected is a crime against itself.
Background
Hair coloring procedure has a long history. Even the beauties of ancient Egypt and Greece used natural dyes to give the hair the desired shade. Modern hair dyes can achieve almost any desired color. Their composition has undergone significant changes, but the myths associated with staining are still alive.
Hair for our ancestors had a sacred meaning. For the Ancient Egyptians, good styling and dark color were a sign of power. In Russia, it was believed that the hair is a kind of conductor with the highest forces and subtle world. Cut hair meant to deprive yourself of the protection of the patrons of the Sort.
In ancient Russia, it was believed that hair provides communication with higher powers
It is not surprising that at that time women during pregnancy did not even think about a change in color or a haircut. This myth has reached our days. Only explain it now a little differently. To the religious component was added a medical aspect. Some sources claim that the chemicals in hair dyes can penetrate the scalp and harm the child. Let's try to figure out - is this true or not?
Opinions of doctors: can one or not pregnant dye their hair?
Unity of opinion among doctors in this matter does not exist. Some advise to postpone this cosmetic procedure to a later period, when the baby is born. Others see nothing wrong with using hair dye during pregnancy.
Those who oppose the coloring, argue their position by the following facts.
- The presence in the paint a large number of harmful substances. They enter the blood through the scalp and can harm the baby.
- Hormonal changes in the body, lead to unexpected allergic reactions. Even if a woman used an identical paint before pregnancy and no undesirable reactions were observed, then during this period she can cause allergies and other unpleasant symptoms.
- Inhalation of the strong odor of the dye can cause dizziness, vomiting, nausea.
Possible risks
After thinking about staining during pregnancy, it is worth assessing all the possible negative effects that this procedure may entail.
- Exacerbation of smell in a pregnant woman and toxicosis causes intolerance to some odors. Most hair colors can not boast of lack of flavor. It can cause nausea and vomiting.
- The first trimester of pregnancy is fraught with dangers. Additional stress on the body during this period is extremely undesirable.
- Dissatisfaction with the result of staining will certainly cause negative emotions. And extra experiences to anything during this period. The same factor pushes many women to re-dye. And if a persistent dye is used, the number of inhaled toxic vapors and their effect on the body increases.
- If you have never previously dyed your hair, then you should not start experiments during pregnancy. This may cause unintended reactions and consequences.
Use of natural safe dyes
A natural alternative to dyeing can be a good alternative to permanent hair dye. The absence of harmful chemical compounds makes them safe during pregnancy.
With the help of henna, a reddish shade of hair is achieved, and the basma colors it brown. It is also possible to use colorless henna. It has a beneficial effect on the condition of the hair and strengthens them. Of the minuses, the following can be noted: finding the ideal proportion of ingredients to get the desired shade is quite problematic. Natural henna gives a red tint, but on the shelves you can also find henna, which dyes hair and other shades. But do not forget to watch the composition of such funds.
Natural dyes (henna, basma) are considered safe for pregnant women.
Camomile tea
Used by blondes to give hair a golden hue. Chamomile is known for its healing properties, so its use is completely safe. To achieve an optimal result after applying the broth, do not dry your hair with a hair dryer, let them dry naturally.
This product can lighten hair and have a beneficial effect on hair.
Walnut rind
The finely divided shell is mixed with water, then honey is added to the composition. Such natural and healthy ingredients will not only give a pleasant chestnut color, but also significantly improve the condition of the scalp and hair.
In combination with honey, this natural dye gives hair a chestnut hue and acts as a hair mask.
The main disadvantage of all popular recipes for hair coloring (except, perhaps, henna and Basma) is a slight effect of their use. They are not able to change the shade of the hair by more than 1 tone and predict what color it will turn out as a result, it is almost impossible.
The advantages of such methods are affordability and low cost. In addition, they have a beneficial effect on the condition of the hair.
Alternatives: tonic and tinted shampoo
Of course, it is impossible to say that this is a full replacement for staining. Unlike traditional paints, tonics and tinted shampoos do not give lasting results. When washing, they are easily removed from the hair.
The undoubted advantage is that they are completely safe for women during pregnancy. In their composition there is no ammonia and some other substances harmful to health. There are no such strict restrictions on the number of stains. The result can be updated as desired or as needed.
The presence of a large number of shades makes it easy to choose the desired color
Opinion of the people
It should be noted that all folk legends about the strict prohibition of cutting and dyeing hair are nothing more than prejudices. These superstitions are rooted in our ancestors, who believed that hair accumulates the energy of nature, and carrying out any manipulations with them, especially during pregnancy, deprives a woman of her vitality, violates karma.
The ancients firmly believed that their hair protects against the influence of any dark forces. Therefore, a haircut, and coloring they equated, almost to blasphemy.
But now we live in another time, so the point of view of official medicine is the most important. Below we will find out whether hair coloring can negatively affect the health of the unborn child.
Viewpoints of doctors
Among the experts, as it turned out, there is no consensus.
Some are categorically opposed to hair dye during pregnancy, and not without reason. The fact is that in the paint, in the form in which we are accustomed to use it, there are substances that can adversely affect the state of the future baby.
The main ones are:
- Resorcinol (affects the eyes, irritates mucous membranes, skin, oral cavity, provokes cough, weakens the immune system).
- Hydrogen peroxide (provokes skin burns and allergic reactions).
- Ammonia (causes gag reflex, headaches).
- Paraphenylenediamine (exacerbates various inflammatory processes).
The opinion of other specialists is that in the process of staining through the scalp of the future mother, an insignificantly small dose of hazardous substances gets into her blood. She is unable to have a significant impact on the health of the child.
In addition, the placenta protects the fetus from most of the effects, so the harmful substances that entered the blood of a pregnant woman when dyeing the hair will not pass through it, especially since their number is very small.
Therefore, there is nothing to be afraid of: the expectant mother can dye her hair and still be beautiful. But when visiting a barbershop, the master should pay attention to his “interesting” position, because some paints can cause allergic reactions. Or the hair color will be unexpected due to the instability of the hormonal background (under the influence of hormones the structure of the hair changes).
The hairdresser, being aware that he is working with the future mother, will select coloring substances that may not be as stable, but not as toxic as ordinary dyes.
Henna and Basma - natural hair dyes that expectant mothers are not contraindicated
What will hairdressers say?
Masters of hairdressing advise future mothers to monitor the appearance and condition of hair, regularly visit salons, and this should be done in a good mood - a lot depends on it. To resort to such procedures as coloring and haircut is simply necessary, because a woman who is confident in her attractiveness will always feel charming, loved, desired, happy.
A good mood is endorphins and oxytocin in the blood, contributing to the proper course of labor and the formation of lactation after them. As you can see, the benefits are obvious.
But at the same time to adhere to some rules for pregnant women still, it would not be superfluous.
Coffee and tea in the composition of hair dyes, give them unique shades, shine and nudity
Recommendations for future mothers
- Refrain from staining should be in the first three months of pregnancy. That's because during this period there is a radical restructuring of the hormonal background of the body of the future mother, the foundation is laid for the formation of all systems and organs of the fetus.
- Dyeing hair is not more than once every three months, while their color should be as close to natural as possible. This approach reduces the number of stains, and the grown roots will not be so noticeable.
- Before the procedure, you need to put a small amount of paint on your wrist to see if you have an allergic reaction to it. You can also test on a small strand, what hair color will be in the end.
- Prefer semi-resistant, organic and natural dyes. Remember the traditional natural colors - henna and Basme. After them, the hair becomes a beautiful natural shade, besides, they perfectly strengthen the roots and help to get rid of dandruff.
- Notify the master of the pregnancy before starting the staining procedure. He will certainly offer sparing dyes, and will not apply paint on the scalp, which will minimize the risk of harmful substances in the blood.
- It is better to schedule a trip to the hairdresser in the morning in order not to inhale the vapors of harmful substances from the procedures performed in the salon earlier.
- When painting at home, you should choose a paint that does not contain hydrogen peroxide, ammonia, aminophenol, phenylenediamine, dihydroxybenzene.
- The room where you plan to “induce beauty” should be well ventilated.
- The paint must be kept on the hair for exactly the time specified in the instructions.
- A great substitute for traditional coloring is highlighting, blonding, or coloring with a tinted shampoo.
If, before pregnancy, the future mother did not dye her hair, and during her unexpectedly wanted to do this, then it is immediately recommended to abandon chemical dyes. There are many natural methods that will allow you to achieve a beautiful shade with minimal adverse effects on your body, which is not used to such procedures.
A decoction of chamomile will help to make the shade of blond hair golden and deeper.
Hair colors donated by nature itself
If a pregnant woman decided to change the hair color or correct the shade of the roots, but at the same time she does not want to expose the future child to the effects of persistent chemical dyes, she can use folk remedies and techniques.
The most important thing is that with their help you can not only dye your hair safely, but also strengthen it, make it strong, shiny and silky.
Video "Is it possible for pregnant women to dye their hair?"
If you want to visit a hairdresser, it definitely needs to be done. The most important thing is to trust a confident, experienced specialist who will correctly select the paint and carefully apply it to the hair. And you can paint your own hair with one of the natural dyes. The main thing is that a pregnant woman, looking at herself in the mirror, should experience only positive emotions. And the baby, having been born, will immediately notice that he got the most beautiful mother in the whole wide world.
