The journey to healthy hair is often paved with well-meaning but misguided advice. We're setting the record straight on five myths that may be holding your hair back from its full potential.
Haircare misinformation can lead to damaged strands and frustrated expectations. Discover what really drives hair growth, the truth about natural oils, and why some popular hair care practices might be doing more harm than good.
In the world of haircare, misinformation spreads fast…
Unfortunately, haircare misinformation can lead to damaged strands and frustrated expectations. At Mielle, we believe that healthy hair starts with accurate information — so let's separate fact from fiction by debunking five common hair myths and sharing the truth behind what your hair really wants and needs.
Myth #1: Textured Hair Doesn't Grow Long
The Truth: All hair types, including tightly coiled and kinky textures, have the same growth potential. Textured hair grows approximately the same half-inch per month as other hair types. The difference? The spiral nature of textured hair means length is less visible, and these hair types are more prone to breakage, which can prevent length retention.
The Mielle Solution: Regular deep conditioning treatments help prevent the breakage that often makes it seem like textured hair isn't growing. Add our Babassu Oil & Mint Deep Conditioner to your routine. This conditioner strengthens the hair shaft with protein-rich ingredients while providing intense moisture and nourishment.
Myth #2: Using Oils Alone Is Enough to Moisturize
The Truth: Oils seal in moisture but don't actually provide hydration on their own. Proper moisturizing follows the L.O.C. method (Liquid, Oil, Cream) or L.C.O. method (Liquid, Cream, Oil), where water-based products hydrate first, and oils seal that moisture in.
The Mielle Solution: Start with our Rice Water Hair Moisturizing Milk as your hydrating liquid base, then seal with our nutrient-rich Mint Almond Oil. This combination ensures your hair receives true hydration and protection against moisture loss.
Myth #3: Combing Hair When Wet Is Always Best
The Truth: While detangling textured hair when wet can reduce breakage compared to dry detangling, hair is actually at its most fragile when saturated with water. The key is to add slip with a conditioner before detangling — and to use gentle techniques regardless of whether hair is wet or damp.
The Mielle Solution: Apply our Pomegranate & Honey Leave-In Conditioner to wet hair before detangling. This moisture-rich formula helps reduce friction between hair strands, making detangling gentler and more effective.
Myth #4: The More Product, The Better
The Truth: Product buildup can block moisture from entering the hair shaft and weigh down your curls, coils, or waves. Using the right amount of high-quality products is far more effective than layering on excessive amounts. Generally, most textures benefit from "less is more" application techniques.
Mielle Solution: Our concentrated formulas require only small amounts to be effective. With the Babassu Oil & Mint Deep Conditioner , for example, a quarter-sized amount is often sufficient for shoulder-length hair. The product's rich penetration means you get better results with less product.
Myth #5: Textured Hair Doesn't Need Sun Protection
The Truth: UV rays damage all hair types, leading to dryness, color fading and weakened protein bonds. Textured hair, which is often already prone to dryness, can be particularly vulnerable to sun damage, leading to increased brittleness and breakage.
The Mielle Solution: The antioxidants in our Pomegranate & Honey Leave-In Conditioner help protect your hair from sun exposure. For additional protection, our Mint Almond Oil creates a light protective barrier that helps shield hair from UV damage, all while nourishing the strands.
Mielle is committed to empowering you with both quality products and accurate information. Understanding the science behind textured haircare helps you make better choices for your unique hair journey.
Remember: Healthy textured hair isn't complicated when you have the right information and ingredients. By dispelling these common myths and incorporating our thoughtfully formulated products into your routine, you can achieve the length, strength and vibrancy your textured hair deserves.
