Guest Author - Grace D. Dooley

Introducing Advance Techniques Professional Hair Care line by AVON. Avon's new hair care line is more advance and improved. It is designed to bring you, the consumer, the same professional salon quality results at home. Avon has always made it a main focus to offer quality products to consumers at comparative prices. The Avon Advance Techniques line of Professional Hair Care products covers everything from shampoos, conditioners to hair treatments and styling products.

The products all contain Creatine which is a building block amino acid that strengthens and fortifies the hair itself. Creatine also provides protection to the hair from heat styling and chemical processing. So no matter the condition of your hair you are guaranteed to get the best strengthening and fortifying compound all around. With continued use your hair will grow strong and remain healthy with a shiny reflexion.

Those of you who suffer with dandruff or even seborrheic dermatitis know about shampoos designed to help clear up and control flaking and itching. Did you know there are different types of dandruff? Okay I won't get into that but what I do want to talk about is Avon's anti-dandruff shampoo.

There is not much to say about dandruff shampoos in general. They are what they are. Many of them use the same active ingredient that is universal in controlling dandruff and other skin conditions. Zinc pyrithione is the active ingredient in dandruff shampoos such as Pantene, L'Oréal, Vidal Sassoon and Avon's Advance Techniques 2-1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo and Conditioner. It is known for it's anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. When used consistently, it does control flaking, itching and dandruff.

Avon's Advance Techniques anti-dandruff shampoo and conditioner delivers the same results if not better than the leading ant-dandruff shampoos on the market. I was impressed by it's ability to still soften my hair while addressing my dandruff problem. I have severe dandruff and dry scalp so I need a good conditioning shampoo that can handle my dandruff and my itch. I also have a lot of scalp build up so I need a product that can break through the build up of natural oils.

Sometimes when the scalp is itchy it is not always due to dandruff but the normal every day build up of natural oils on the scalp depending on how often you wash your hair. Yes, even ethnic women must watch out for natural oil build up on the scalp. Especially since we are accustomed to using products to moisturize and condition our hair. Once again everything depends on your specific hair type

While the shampoo has a built in conditioner I do find it necessary to use a separate conditioner, but that is my preference. I have African American hair that due to illness has become very thin, dry and brittle. My hair tends to still be dry and brittle after using any dandruff shampoo. With Avon Advance Techniques my hair was not as dry but still drier than I prefer from my shampoo and conditioner. I did notice my hair to be stronger and shiner after first use. It was also softer too.

In order to keep dandruff, flaking and itching to a minimum it is recommended to use a dandruff shampoo 2 to three times a week. Your doctor or dermatologist may give you a different regimen if you are being medically treated for your condition but it is still good to use a dandruff shampoo occasional to control all of the scalp conditions mentioned above.

It may be almost impossible to get rid of dandruff totally but you can bring it under control by developing a good hair care regimen. A regimen that includes using a dandruff shampoo regularly. It is important to take care of your scalp when dealing with dandruff or any kind of scalp irritation or condition. Avon Advance Techniques 2-in-1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo and Conditioner is gentle enough to be used every day if need be. You are the best judge of how your hair behaves and reacts with certain hair care products. It is always good to use one brand of products for your hair. As with any product the more you use it the more results you will see and hopefully the results are good.

So for the ethnic woman who has scalp irritation, flaking and dandruff Avon Advance Techniques Daily Results 2-in1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo and Conditioner is a good start. It is excellent for all hair types. Avon's Advance Techniques Professional Hair Care system is great for any one who wants strong, shiny, healthy hair.