Hair texture change after chemo

Hi Sonia101,

The growing out of chemo curls goes through many interesting stages! I used my usual shampoo and conditioner and bought some hair straighteners - these helped. When it was dry I used twistedsista gel - a tiny bit to try to sleek it down and stop it frizzing and regular haircuts. 2 years from chemo I have my normal shoulder length hair.

Take care x

Thank you for your advice x I’m going to listen to everyone’s experience and then decide on what works for me I guess. Mine isn’t chemo curls mine is chemo straight waves ! lol  

All the best and thanks again x

Hi, 

Pre chemo I had thick curly hair. I can’t wait to see how it grows back. For wavy/curly hair you need shampoo & conditioner without alcohol. The tigi oatmeal is great (get it on Amazon) Avon oil is really good for curly hair.  I used cantu products, they’re great for frizz control and don’t make your hair crispy. Enjoy your new hair! X

Hi MartiniA

thanks for your input : ) 

I used Aveeno shampoo and conditioner when it was straight and wavy , now nearly 6 months post chemo, my hair is soft with a looser curl pattern than I had before. I am using Pattern beauty hair products by Tracee Ellis Ross and I love this product range! 
I’m not sure if my hair will remain as loose curls or change again .

after a year I hope to write an article for Breast cancer now highlighting the different stages of changes in hair texture for people with Afro or curly hair.

I wish there had been more stories out there for people like me.

anyway, all the best with your journey! 
love and blessings xx