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Latest post on 15 December 2014 - 07:52

Hi, I have used them in the past and it took exactly 1 week from the date of ordering.

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Latest post on 04 December 2014 - 19:01

Hi, These guys did a wonderful job of building my daughters' iron bed Engineer:Hossam Mahmoud Creative Steel GM-Partner 0506770290 www.wroughtiron.ae

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Latest post on 03 December 2014 - 16:10

I have seen many filpino nail technicians remove ingrown nail....for me it has started growing so much for 2 of my toe nails, it hurts so badly. Is it right thing to do or shall I see some specialist for this. :cry: Hi rose717, Do some research on b/s brace system for ingrown toenails. It will actually train the nail to grow in the correct shape. Its available in a few salons here. Hope this helps :)

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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 21:31

Hi Precious Gem, Again try Addicted to Soaps, their products are all organic and they stock a lot more than what you see on the Website. Or you can try the Organics Food Cafe on SZR near Oasis Centre. Hope this helps ... edited by DubaiDee4c on 10/11/2014 By the way, I am cracking out on the Addicted to Soaps website lol, thanks!! You're most welcome - enjoy but don't overdose…:) I am always on the look out for great product finds and always happy to share….

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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 21:24

DD4c I would be very interested in finding out what this product is. Dont really need a sample, if you could just tell me what it is or where I can find it I would give it a try, desperate as my hair needs a break and to try something else, because whatever I am doing at this point isnt working. It has never been more dry and just looks like it could do with better care. Hi RT, The product is called Jessicurl and you can have a look online for the ingredients and reviews etc. If you are still interested I can send some of the samples for you to try before you buy - always a good idea. <em>edited by DubaiDee4c on 10/11/2014</em>

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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 20:03

I thought you couldn't get it here, because it is made with alcohol? Have you considered making your own with vanilla beans, vodka, and patience? I keep meaning to, but never have all three of those at the same time :) You can get it without alcohol from Tavola, I believe there is a Tavola store in the Spinneys complex on Al Wasl Rd…hope you find it.

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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 18:09

Hi Precious Gem, Again try Addicted to Soaps, their products are all organic and they stock a lot more than what you see on the Website. Or you can try the Organics Food Cafe on SZR near Oasis Centre. Hope this helps ... <em>edited by DubaiDee4c on 10/11/2014</em>

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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 17:57

Hi, If you are still looking for a Sulfate & Silicone free Cleanser & Conditioner, I have just been sent some samples of one that is now available here. ( One of the perks of being a Blogger ;) ). I am more than happy to share some with anyone who would like to try them - just let me know :) <em>edited by DubaiDee4c on 10/11/2014</em>

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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 14:36

Hi, Ive just gotten some from one of the mother's at my daughter's school - She is from Nigeria and she might be selling some as she said she has quite a bit - I can find out and let you know…. Global Village is open now so you can check the African section as I bought it there last year. You can also find it online from a company here called 'Addicted to Soaps' - they also deliver. You can find it in Bur Dubai at many African hair supply stores

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Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 00:05

Yes it is - Spinneys sells it.

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Latest post on 09 November 2014 - 21:59

Hi Anna71, Our PRO normally does this for us but from what I can remember, Your helper will need to go to her consulate in Al Ghusais area close to Rashidiya and bring with her a copy of your passport and her ticket and they will give her a form which you will have to sign. The costs is about 120dhs…hope this helps.

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Latest post on 09 November 2014 - 17:54

Hi ladies, I'm considering hair botox for my unruly frizzy hair. I've done Keratin in the past which I loved but it made my hair poker straight. I'm looking for something to make my hair look shiny, frizz-free but I can still style with curls. Is Botox good for that, or which other treatment would you recommend? Thanks! Hi, You should come and see me - I can fix your hair problems for you and teach you how to take care of it, using only natural homemade treatments and organic products - I specialise in Curls and or Dehydrated hair :)

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Latest post on 05 November 2014 - 12:03

Hi RT, I have searched virtually every shop in Dubai and I couldn't find any products that were Sulfate and Silicone free but recently I came across a brand in Boots called Herbline Essentials. I have not tried it as yet because of the Henna Extract (protein) and I am (LP) so I have to be careful of how much protein I use but from what I could see the other ingredients don't seem to be harsh. I do hope that one day you will try the Clay route as its amazing but even if you don't, have a read up if you have time and see all the benefits. p.s. I have just checked out their website and they seem to have a few other formulas that don't contain henna so I will give those a try. If you can't find what you are looking for in the shops - you can order online from iherb.com, they deliver from the U.S within 1 week. Good luck. <em>edited by DubaiDee4c on 05/11/2014</em>

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Latest post on 05 November 2014 - 10:26

Hi MMM, You're most welcome - I don't know much but I have been learning about hair and no I am not a stylist, just a stay@home mom who needed to fix my family's hair problems so I begun researching and now I help other people as well. Happy to pass on any more advice and tips that might help. All the best. :)

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Latest post on 05 November 2014 - 10:15

Hi I wouldn't advise it as I have seen too much brown gunk come out of the taps to consider it safe, so I have water filters installed under the sink and to my shower heads - makes a great difference to your hair and skin too. Are you in an apartment or villa? If a villa get your water tank cleaned/serviced if you have brown gunk, if an apt ask the building management to check it. I've lived in both with no adverse effects using the water for cooking/showering/teeth brushing/boiled for tea and coffee etc running a bath seems to be a different story tho. The water here is desalinated so maybe not what you're used to but certainly safer than many countries. Hi Hiccups, I live in a villa which is just over a year old so the water tanks are new but recently we had a leak and they were checked and found to be filthy - full of sand etc - so had them cleaned. The water here is desalinated but is full of Chlorine, thats one of the main reasons that there is such a big Hair Loss problem in Dubai. I have found that since installing filters under the sink (500dhs) and for my shower heads (200dhs) that last for 1 year, it has been money well spent. My family no longer suffers from dry irritated skin especially the children whom I was told have eczema (now they don't) and we have stopped losing our hair. I now only have to buy bottled water for our cooler.

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Latest post on 05 November 2014 - 10:02

Hi MMM, The most important thing to know about your hair is its Porosity - ability to accept and hold moisture. You can test this by filling a glass with water and dropping a couple of clean hair strands on top and time how long they take to sink. Less than 5mins (high porosity) more than 5mins (low porosity). High Porosity hair benefits from protein which will help to close the cuticles allowing it to retain moisture. Low Porosity benefits from moisture but you have to temporarily lift the cuticles to allow the moisture in. Don't assume that because your hair is dry that its HP, factors such as the chlorine in the water, styling products, environment, sun etc can affect the condition of your hair and give you a misleading diagnosis. Call OFC first because they run out of stock quickly - Logona is 37dhs and Mitti can be bought at Indian supermarkets for 4dhs. Hope this helps :)

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Latest post on 05 November 2014 - 00:29

Hi I wouldn't advise it as I have seen too much brown gunk come out of the taps to consider it safe, so I have water filters installed under the sink and to my shower heads - makes a great difference to your hair and skin too.

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Latest post on 04 November 2014 - 22:06

Hi MMM, Phew - I feel better now as thought I was the only one… The Organics Food Cafe stock a Ghassoul by a brand Logona and I also found some at a kiosk in Bin Souggat Mall. You can buy it online with Souq.com but I think the best bet will be to hold out until Thursday when Global Village re-opens. I will definitely be going to the Moroccan section to stock up. If you let me know your hair type, I am more than happy to share some of my recipes with you.

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Latest post on 04 November 2014 - 21:27

DD4C - well I 'thumbed' you up on your post and I would like you to recommend what products you use please :) Hi MollyMooMoo, Thanks a lot for the thumbs up! Honestly - some of the members scare me, lol and as I genuinely only want to help and not offend anyone, I try to learn from my mistakes :) I can honestly say that from personal experience the best shampoo & conditioner turned out to be Clay! I know it sounds weird washing your hair with mud but it works and without any of the negative side effects as most low / high end products I have used. I love Rhassoul / Ghassoul and recently I tried Multani Mitti aka Fullers Earth and it was also really good and at less than 4dhs a bag - its a steal. Some people say that clays can be drying but I found that its all down to your recipe…I use it for everyone in our home and adjust it for the different hair types. Doesn't matter if your hair is oily or dry. Its a perfect All-in-1 cleanser+conditioner+detoxifies. <em>edited by DubaiDee4c on 04/11/2014</em>

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Latest post on 04 November 2014 - 21:13

Hi RT, I just wanted to let you know that B2B Shampoo & Conditioner are not sulfate free - its second ingredient is Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate (ALS) which poses similar risks as an SLS…I don't like to recommend any products as for some reason its gets me thumbed down but I suggest that you read the ingredients labels properly before you buy anything again. All the best... <em>edited by DubaiDee4c on 04/11/2014</em>

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Latest post on 04 November 2014 - 13:43

You're most welcome and wish you all the best…

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Latest post on 04 November 2014 - 13:40

yes he is..Dr. Basim Khafagi is an experienced specialist with an area of expertise including laparoscopic cholecystectomy, laparoscopic appendectomy, laparoscopic hernia repair, laparoscopic management of emergency surgery, laparoscopic obesity surgery, stapler hemorroidopexy, gastro-intestinal endoscopy, endocrine and breast surgery - thats from their website, hope this helps.

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Latest post on 04 November 2014 - 13:34

Hi If you don't mind seeing a male doctor, then I would happily recommend Dr. Basim at the Canadian Specialist Hospital. I went to see him recently and he was excellent and even went out of his way to ensure that I got a Ultrasound done the same day without an appointment. He also gave me his personal contact details so that my husband or I could reach him once my results came through. <em>edited by DubaiDee4c on 04/11/2014</em>

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Latest post on 04 November 2014 - 12:25

Thanks MollyMooMoo that's helpful. Better get sorting! I am soooo glad I had a girl but it definitely made me go crazier with the shopping!! I have only been and bought a few bits there so might see if I can share a table with a friend to cut the costs. I think the tables are 200/300 depending on size DD4. Thanks BellaUk, have just sent an email off to Natalie - so hopefully she will respond with good news. I am definitely interested in going / selling at the next one, so wouldn't mind sharing a table as my stuff is already in boxes and wouldn't take up much space..

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Latest post on 04 November 2014 - 12:08

Times Square - all the info is on here http://www.babybazaar.org/ DD4c it's 2nd hand stuff but I sold a few new items there. Thank you very much for the speedy reply, mollymoomoo :) gonna go check out the website now.

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Latest post on 04 November 2014 - 11:54

Hi Could you please let me know where the bazaar is held and is it only secondhand clothes sold there - as I have some brand new Baby Vac aspirators that I would like to sell and was wondering if that would be permissible? TIA

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Latest post on 03 November 2014 - 13:45

Hi My driver lives in and food allowance is also provided - his salary is 3000 so I suppose an extra 1000 would be suitable for a live-out driver...

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Latest post on 02 November 2014 - 18:18

You can buy the bins from the:http://www.thechangeinitiative.com they are on SZR near al barsha. The worms will come if you don't use the bran...

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Latest post on 02 November 2014 - 16:21

Hi, I have been using it for a couple of years now and its great. I have 2, the smaller one is for indoors which I empty nightly into the larger outdoor bin. I don't like the smell if used for composting indoors although its not very strong - its just a personal choice. Every 3 days its liquid is diluted and used to water the garden and the plants love it, I grow my own fruit and vegetables and its a great fertiliser, just ensure that you add enough bran as you will get maggots if not careful. When its full, we dig a hole and bury the contents and check that area after a week or so as we get seedlings sprouting from it. I don't know if it will help your grass but its great for everything I grow. Good luck. <em>edited by DubaiDee4c on 02/11/2014</em>

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Latest post on 25 October 2014 - 23:50

I need to exercise but it needs to be fun for me to stick with it. Never been an active person. What to do? Where? Salsa? Pole dancing? Any suggestions? Hi, I met a nice young lady recently who seemed like a lot of fun and she gives dancing lessons. I haven't tried her classes as yet as I am still working up the courage…Alessandra 050 276 3511 If you do try, please let me know how it went :)

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Latest post on 22 October 2014 - 18:32

Hey everyone! Really wanting to buy some GARCINIA CAMBOGIA here in the UAE. But just dont know where to find it? Any suggestions?! Its a diet pill made from all natural ingredients, and helped Rachel Ray shed pounds!! Please helppp! Thanksies :) x Hi I saw it in pharmacy in JBR, I can't remember the name of the pharmacy, sorry but it was opposite the Medcare Clinic next to the barber shop. Hope this helps :)

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Latest post on 21 October 2014 - 16:00

Try using a clay mask - I suggest bentonite clay mixed with rosewater and apple cider vinegar :)

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Latest post on 21 October 2014 - 15:58

Speed Cleaning in Sharjah

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Latest post on 21 October 2014 - 15:56

Hi Try Speed Clean they are based in Sharjah, they are excellent :)

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Latest post on 21 October 2014 - 15:54

If you look on the blog theclothesmakethegirl she has a 'how to make your own coconut aminos substitute'. I haven't tried it, but maybe if you can't find them it might be a stop gap. FFx If it's not one thing, it's the other. Just saw that the recipe requires blackstrap molasses. I can't even find molasses here. I only find black honey and they say it is not the same. Can you tell me where I can find molasses? :) Hi Spinneys has unsulphured blackstrap molasses :)

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Latest post on 17 October 2014 - 12:43

I went to Dee's lovely home to try out her treatment. She's a very sweet lady and knows exactly what she's doing. I thought I was going there to pick it up and try it at home. But she took the time to do it at her own home. Not only the treatment, but she taught me steps a through z (took 3 hours of her time). I've learned so much from her that I'm confident to do it myself. She's used all natural ingredients found at home. I noticed a big difference in the end. My hair is soft, shiny and brought back my natural curls without the frizz. Plus I found that my hair was shedding less in the end. Dee thank you so much. Hi LuLee, It was a pleasure meeting you and spending time with you yesterday. I am so glad that I was able to help with your hair issues and please feel free to contact me if you need any follow up advice ok. p.s. Thanks for the positive feedback, its truly appreciated :)

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Latest post on 16 October 2014 - 16:38

Hi, I have finished making up the treatment and I have a few extra portions left over so if anyone would like to try it please send me an email asap as the treatment is all natural and doesn't contain any preservatives so it would be best used today…email [email protected] It is a mild protein and deep conditioning treatment, it will help to strengthen your hair and soften and add shine all in one go. If you like it, please let me know and if you don't please tell me anyway…as I am always trying to improve :) It won't cost you anything but it will probably save you some hair.

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Latest post on 16 October 2014 - 16:14

Hi I got Jamacian Black Castor oil from gulfsupplements.com and got it in 24 hours :) very very happy. I Just hope it stops my hair from falling out. Thanks ladies Hi Sima, From what I recall, the JBCO isn't recommended to stop hair fall - it is used to help new growth. Is your hair definitely falling / shedding or is it breakage? Some people don't know the difference... Hi My hair is fallingggg reaally bad, checked my thyroid, no problem. Hi, I am going to do all that I can to help but first can you please tell me if you can see white tips at the end of the hairs that are coming out? yes :( Ok so its definitely shedding. Please go see your Doctor as I don't want anyone to say that I am giving you bad advice but if the meantime if you are willing to try something else, here is my suggestion: In Jamaica we use something else for Hair Fall, have you heard of the Hibiscus Plant / Flower, we also have another variety that we call Sorrel and in Thailand I found it as Roselle. It is used to make a hair tea for the final rinse or even infused with oil and applied daily, it can also be added to your cleansers and conditioners. If you would like to try it I can get some to you today. It can stain your hair slightly red if you have light coloured hair. Also as I am making up some of my treatment for a couple of friends today, I can put extra in for you. I promise you, your hair will feel a marked improvement from the first use. All you have to do is apply it to your dry hair, wrap with cling film and leave on for 30mins - 1hr and then rinse. If you would like to try then please contact me [email protected], absolutely no charge ok. Just promise to let me now if it works for you :) That is very sweet. Thank you. How can I take it from you? which area of dubai? No thanks needed just glad to help. I am in Al Quoz, not far from Oasis Centre but my driver can meet you somewhere closer to you if thats too far. How long is your hair as I need to know how much to send? Its just a bit under my shoulders, oasis center is perfect for me. Thank Ok Sima, Ill mix it up now and get it ready, what time is good for you? My driver, Mark is a very nice boy, I will tell him to wait at the front for you, our car is a Honda Odyssey. Send me an email and I will send you his number and mine, ok :)

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Latest post on 16 October 2014 - 15:51

Hi I got Jamacian Black Castor oil from gulfsupplements.com and got it in 24 hours :) very very happy. I Just hope it stops my hair from falling out. Thanks ladies Hi Sima, From what I recall, the JBCO isn't recommended to stop hair fall - it is used to help new growth. Is your hair definitely falling / shedding or is it breakage? Some people don't know the difference... Hi My hair is fallingggg reaally bad, checked my thyroid, no problem. Hi, I am going to do all that I can to help but first can you please tell me if you can see white tips at the end of the hairs that are coming out? yes :( Ok so its definitely shedding. Please go see your Doctor as I don't want anyone to say that I am giving you bad advice but if the meantime if you are willing to try something else, here is my suggestion: In Jamaica we use something else for Hair Fall, have you heard of the Hibiscus Plant / Flower, we also have another variety that we call Sorrel and in Thailand I found it as Roselle. It is used to make a hair tea for the final rinse or even infused with oil and applied daily, it can also be added to your cleansers and conditioners. If you would like to try it I can get some to you today. It can stain your hair slightly red if you have light coloured hair. Also as I am making up some of my treatment for a couple of friends today, I can put extra in for you. I promise you, your hair will feel a marked improvement from the first use. All you have to do is apply it to your dry hair, wrap with cling film and leave on for 30mins - 1hr and then rinse. If you would like to try then please contact me [email protected], absolutely no charge ok. Just promise to let me now if it works for you :) That is very sweet. Thank you. How can I take it from you? which area of dubai? No thanks needed just glad to help. I am in Al Quoz, not far from Oasis Centre but my driver can meet you somewhere closer to you if thats too far. How long is your hair as I need to know how much to send?

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Latest post on 16 October 2014 - 15:09

Hi I got Jamacian Black Castor oil from gulfsupplements.com and got it in 24 hours :) very very happy. I Just hope it stops my hair from falling out. Thanks ladies Hi Sima, From what I recall, the JBCO isn't recommended to stop hair fall - it is used to help new growth. Is your hair definitely falling / shedding or is it breakage? Some people don't know the difference... Hi My hair is fallingggg reaally bad, checked my thyroid, no problem. Hi, I am going to do all that I can to help but first can you please tell me if you can see white tips at the end of the hairs that are coming out? yes :( Ok so its definitely shedding. Please go see your Doctor as I don't want anyone to say that I am giving you bad advice but if the meantime if you are willing to try something else, here is my suggestion: In Jamaica we use something else for Hair Fall, have you heard of the Hibiscus Plant / Flower, we also have another variety that we call Sorrel and in Thailand I found it as Roselle. It is used to make a hair tea for the final rinse or even infused with oil and applied daily, it can also be added to your cleansers and conditioners. If you would like to try it I can get some to you today. It can stain your hair slightly red if you have light coloured hair. Also as I am making up some of my treatment for a couple of friends today, I can put extra in for you. I promise you, your hair will feel a marked improvement from the first use. All you have to do is apply it to your dry hair, wrap with cling film and leave on for 30mins - 1hr and then rinse. If you would like to try then please contact me [email protected], absolutely no charge ok. Just promise to let me know if it works for you :) <em>edited by DubaiDee4c on 16/10/2014</em>

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Latest post on 16 October 2014 - 14:33

Hi I got Jamacian Black Castor oil from gulfsupplements.com and got it in 24 hours :) very very happy. I Just hope it stops my hair from falling out. Thanks ladies Hi Sima, From what I recall, the JBCO isn't recommended to stop hair fall - it is used to help new growth. Is your hair definitely falling / shedding or is it breakage? Some people don't know the difference... Hi My hair is fallingggg reaally bad, checked my thyroid, no problem. Hi, I am going to do all that I can to help but first can you please tell me if you can see white tips at the end of the hairs that are coming out?

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Latest post on 16 October 2014 - 09:24

Hi I got Jamacian Black Castor oil from gulfsupplements.com and got it in 24 hours :) very very happy. I Just hope it stops my hair from falling out. Thanks ladies Hi Sima, From what I recall, the JBCO isn't recommended to stop hair fall - it is used to help new growth. Is your hair definitely falling / shedding or is it breakage? Some people don't know the difference...

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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 23:37

Thank you ladies for the advise. A very big thank you to DubaiDee4c for the time and effort you have put into sharing your experiences with us. I will try the Jamacian Black Castor Oil, can you get it in Dubai? If not where is the best place? Thanks again. Hi Crafty, Its my pleasure :) I have not seen the JBCO for sale in any shops here but I do know that you can buy it online from souq.com. The brand they sell is ok but I have the original one from Jamaica, I can share some with you if you like. I also got a sample from a company in Morocco sent to me today, so you can choose…. Anything to help :)

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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 20:47

With all due respect, DubaiDee, significant hair loss is usually a medical problem. There is only so much you can do for your hair with products. It could be hormonal, related to PCOS and can even be food intolerance - to wheat or dairy for example. In addition, different type's of hair reacts completely differently to different treatments. I'd refer anyone who is concerned about their hair to an endocrinologist first. I agree, I think some of us are not spring chickens anymore and around pre/menopause the hair can naturally thin a bit as well, and the texture can change. (ETA not that I mean Guinness, who is probably 21 or something), but some of the others on this thread, myself included ;) edited by Alismum on 15/10/2014 Hi Ladies This was the original post for this thread - (suffering from intense hair loss, have gone to many doctors, no help. Any product that you have used and recommend please??) So my understanding from that was, she had already been to see more than one professional and did not have any success and was looking for a product that might help……correct? My advice, was don't look for the Miracle Product, check the ingredients for every product that you use and avoid the bad ones. It really matters what you apply to your hair every day, especially if it isn't being removed daily. Same as eating Junk Food everyday will soon have a negative effect on your body. Hair is just a fiber - Human hair is closest to Silk, you wouldn't wash a silk shirt with detergent would you? Afro hair which I have is the most delicate of hair types. It is mostly misunderstood as being coarse when in reality it is the most fragile of hair types because of the many kinks in the curl pattern. Every kink is a weak point so we have to be extra careful how we handle it. If my advice can help my hair then Im sure that it must help other less delicate hair. The advice I give is not for everyone but then not everyone is suffering from the illnesses that you mentioned but they still need help. Men and children are not menopausal but they also suffer from hairloss. If someone is suffering from a more serious hair issue / health problem then my advice will only help to stop from making the condition any worse. I am not one for self-prognosis but I do believe in self-improvement. I just don't accept everything a professional says as gospel, I also do my own research and experiments to find a solution. I have learnt from making that mistake once too often. When I had my second child here in Dubai, I ran out and bought her the full range of Johnsons baby products as I thought they smelled nice…after a couple of months, my baby was suffering from severe dermatitis, so I took her to a recommended Dermatologist and spent thousands of dirhams and put my baby through many allergy tests just to be told that it was the ingredients in the products that were causing the allergic reaction. Maybe I am wrong but I think that someone with so many years of experience should be able to tell the difference between a food allergy and a skin allergic reaction, without so many appointments and blood tests, because now I can. I am not a hair stylist or scientist or hair specialist, just someone who has also suffered from hairloss due to many factors. So honestly I can't diagnose anyone's condition, I can only share with you what happened to me and how I managed to fix it and I really do hope that my advice helps :). <em>edited by DubaiDee4c on 15/10/2014</em>

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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 13:23

DubaiDee, thanks for your informative posts, it is obvious that you have a lot of passion for this topic and have spent a lot of time researching the ingredients of hair products, it would be great if you could post a link to your blog. I have noticed that many conditioners/shampoos contain stuff which must be quite drying and you need a PhD in Chemistry to decipher most shampoo bottles... this is compounded by a lot of companies jumping on the '[i'>green[/i'>' bandwagon - their products are just as full of rubbish, but they have a slogan, touchy feely packaging, and some meaningless buzz words to entice the punters..... I quite like [i'>Neal's Yard[/i'>, have you ever checked out their range? I'd be interested to hear how you rate them... Hi Artemis2, You are more than welcome :) Yes I am very passionate about this subject and I have put a lot of time and effort into solving my hair issues, myself. I woke up one morning and realised that I had to choose - go Natural or go Bald! So I stopped trying to fix the problem and decided to focus on finding the cause and rectifying it. I am going to take the plunge and post the link to my blog as it will give you a better idea of where I am coming from (hopefully it won't cause admin any grief) and you can just search for me on Google+ as I have more pictures there….my username is the same. http://dubaidee4c.blogspot.ae/2014/10/in-beginning.html I hope that reading it will help someone out there and if you need more advice and exact details on my haircare regime, just give me a shout, I am happy to share :)

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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 12:11

With all due respect, DubaiDee, significant hair loss is usually a medical problem. There is only so much you can do for your hair with products. It could be hormonal, related to PCOS and can even be food intolerance - to wheat or dairy for example. In addition, different type's of hair reacts completely differently to different treatments. I'd refer anyone who is concerned about their hair to an endocrinologist first. Hi Guinness2, I agree with you that on all of the above and I have also suggested the same to other forum members in a different post. on the other hand some people have seen professionals and are still facing the same problems. I am giving advice based on my personal experience and others that I have helped. Please Google+ and have a look, especially at my sister's hair. If my advice as helped her extremely damaged hair, I am sure that it will help someone else out there. I personally stopped relying on the advice of professionals and started doing my own research because I found out that alot of people benefited from my ignorance. ... I became proactive and started looking deeper into what I was applying to my hair on a daily basis and started conducting experiments on myself and the kids and staff, now its reaching further a field, my neighbours love my hair recipes. I am up until 3am at times giving advice to people on hair forums worldwide just because I want to spare someone else from the stresses I had with my hair. I don't benefit from this but if someone can I am more than happy to share what I have learnt. :)

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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 11:49

Thanks DubaiDee4c. My hair is very fine naturally, although there (used to be) a lot of it. I find even careful brushing or combing breaks it and half my head of head seems to be left in the brush. Lately, I have been just using my fingers after conditioning and carefully (loosely) putting it up to avoid pulling. I have found the castor oil and massage has been wonderful (recommendation from my hairdresser). I think I shall continue without brushing and see how I go. My daughter, masha'allah, has her father's thick, silky, dark brown hair. I oil her hair regularly and that seems to be all she needs. Hi mrsb I'm really sorry that you are going through this I know from personal experience how distressing hair loss can be thats one of the reasons I started doing my research. I also wanted to save my daughters hair as even though they are only 7 & 4, I noticed that they hair was getting damaged too. Yes avoid brushing and if you must use a comb, use a wide tooth seam free comb and use a rat tail comb for parting your hair. Do you use treatments on your hair? Like our bodies our hair benefits from eating good foods, I really do mean food :) I shop for my hair products in the supermarket, not in the cosmetic aisles but in the fresh fruit and vegetables secton.

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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 08:46

I have been dealing with the issue of hair loss since I moved to the UAE. I recommend to get natural oils and massage your scalp with them one or twice a week. Before you take a shower apply to your hair and scalp gently massaging the oil, keep it on for 15 mins or as long as you like and then shower. The oils I like olive, coconut, aloe vera; any oil really. I have tried many different kinds and they all do the job. Try to get a shower head filter I have seen them at Carrefour. Trim the ends of your hair at least once every 4 to 6 weeks. Vitamins and supplements also might help, I recommend vitamin E 1000 mg. There is a supplement I took and I saw improvement: vegetal silica I took it because my eyelashes were falling out. It actually helped my lashes and hair. Diet is a mean issue too the healthier you eat the better and working out increase blood flow to the scalp as well, which promotes healthy and strong hair. As for dry dehydrated hair I recommend a hair mask called macadamia oil deep repair mask. I picked mine up at Nazih and they have locations all over the UAE. It maybe a little pricey but it makes my hair so soft and smells amazing. My husband uses too and he loves it! It's worth a try. I hope this helps! Good Luck! Hi ismemsamanda, I am very happy for you that you found a system that works for you, you seem to be on the right track but I'll give you a couple of tips that might help even more. Doing an Oil Treatment before shampooing is recommended by some people as its claimed that is helps with the hair not being so dry afterwards but for me I believe that Oil Treatments are not necessary if you are not using products that strip your hair of its natural oils to begin with, thats why I do Co-Washing. I believe that if you apply oil all the time especially to the scalp then your scalp will slow down its natural production of oil. I only apply oil to the ends of my hair and about 3/4 ways up the shaft. I also only apply a tiny amount of JBCO to my hairline. Another tip, not all Oils are created equally, EVOO is excellent for its conditioning properties but Coconut Oil is an astringent and will dry out your hair in the long run. Avocado and Sweet Almond are also very good. Extreme Pure Filter did my filters, they charged 200dhs per filter including installation and the filters last for a year - the Company gives you a reminder message when its time to change them. :) I chose them because they are DEWA approved. I personally wouldn't recommend the Macadamia line as they contain Glycerin, I was in Nazih a few weeks back explaining to the manager about some of the bad ingredients I previously mentioned. Glycerin gives your hair a false sense of security…initially it will make your hair feel silky but continuos use in dry conditions like Dubai it will dry your hair out. It will pull moisture from your hair if it cannot get it from the atmosphere, so best to only use if the climate is humid. I make my own hair mask and if anyone would like to try some I am happy to pop to the kitchen I whip up a batch, it only takes 5mins :)

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Latest post on 15 October 2014 - 08:23

DubaiDee4c, you said on your blog: 3. I will never use another comb or brush or heat to style my hair. Do you mean you never comb or brush your hair or do you use a special brand/type of brush and comb. I have real issues with combs and brushes so would love a recommendation. Hi mrsb, My hair is curly / coily as I am originally from Jamaica, my daughters are mixed race and one has curly hair and the other is wavy almost straight. I don't use combs or brushes for myself as I find they tend to cause frizz and as my hair is very fine, it breaks easily and brushes tend to pull my hair out. For my curly haired daughter I also avoid using brushes and only use them if her hair is wet and has product (conditioner) applied. For both of them, if I need to brush I use a Tangle Teezer brush, I got mine from the Hello Kitty Spa but I also saw another version for sale on the Mohsin Saleh site - The Dessata brush. Hope this helps :)

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Latest post on 14 October 2014 - 22:46

Dubaidee4c can you send me the link to your blog. My email is leeleedxb at y a h o o dot com Hi LuLee, Thanks for asking, I will do now and please don't expect much as its still early days for me - but I really do hope that you find it interesting :)

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