September 2000

PUT YOUR HAIR TO THE TEST--Here is a quick and easy way to check the health of your hair. Quickly, pull out one strand of hair from your scalp. (Ouch!) A fast tug should lessen the sting. Because healthy hair is naturally elastic, a healthy strand should stretch as you pull on it. If the fiber snaps and breaks under light pressure, it indicates lack of moisture and tensile strength of the hair.

If you have split ends or your hair snaps when pulled, the best topical treatment is a deep penetrating conditioner such as our Milk and Honey Reconditioner and/or our Wild Berry Hydrator.

HOW TO SPEED UP YOUR HAIR GROWTH Hair grows on an average of 1/2 inch per month. If you are looking to wear longer hair this fall and the thought of growing it out is daunting, consider taking the following targeted nutrients. According to Rod Burreson, President and Founder of ROEX, Inc. a manufacturer of nutritional supplements, the best approach is a combination of antioxidents, vitamins, and minerals. He suggests the following;

For your convenience,nutritional supplements are available at Franklin Philip.

GOT KIDS? Yes, You can chew gum and get it out of your hair at the same time. Simply apply nail polish remover to the sticky hair ball and thoroughly shampoo to remove any residue or polish scent.

ASIDES Remember when they laughed at bottled water? Get the latest information on O2 bars at www.franklinphilip.com.

Franklin Philip Gift Certificates are available for any occassion, as well as customized,wrapped, and ready to ship, gift baskets of all of our hair care products. Don't let your summer tan fade...enjoy the warmth, and light of our new tanning facility.