Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling) Support Group

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Do these methods work?

Savannahkp
Savannahkp
I have been struggling with trichotillomania and have found my ways to keeps myself from pulling somewhat. Ihave thick hair and right now since it is winter it has been very fuzzy and frizzy which really bothers me. I tend to go for the "coarse and wire-ry" hairs. My mom brought up perhaps getting a leave in conditioner treatment ( i guess just buying a botle and leaving it in for 30 mins) but i am terrified that it will make things worse. anyone tried this? I am also planning on straightening my hair with my flat iron because i do better when my hair is soft, although i love my curls :( . any advice is welcome!
guitarragal89
guitarragal89
Ooohhh I know exactly what you mean when you say when you go for the "coarse" hairs! Anyways, you could always try to use a conditioner to soften your hair, but why don't you also try an anti-frizz serum? You can also try pinning back your hair to keep it out of the way. Straightening your hair seems like a good idea. Remember: You're trying to keep yourself in CONTROL. You have to try whatever will work for you! ;)
PrettyMama
PrettyMama
I can't say that conditioner would help me. The coarse hairs would still feel thick. But, I think you should try it. It helps me to keep my hair short. Not super short, but too short for a ponytail. Ponytails make me pull a lot. Because of the little hairs thst stick up from the smoothed down hair. I fluff my short hair up, too. I use a blow dryer, curling iron an hairspray. I don't keep my hands totally off my head, but it helps. GL!
bumblebeatrice
bumblebeatrice
Have you thought about the keratin treatment? using a flat iron a lot may damage your hair and also make it feel wirey where its been burnt.
Keeping your hair tied up will also help but not toooo tight on the top of your head.
How severe is the tricho may I ask? Iv had a hair piece made for me so I cant get to my scalp but If you have thick hair that may not be the best option.
Whilst your hair is tied up maybe you should keep it in oil like argan oil or caster oil then its harder to pull!

Bea x