CARE OF CHILDREN'S HAIR.

Rodney and Otamatea Times, Waitemata and Kaipara Gazette, 17 February 1915, Page 2

CARE OF CHILDREN'S HAIR.

One hears much regarding the care of children's eyes, teeth, and hands, but little about their hair. One should start early, washing their heads just as carefully as their bodies. Never rub soap on hair; it causes stickiness. Make soap jelly for shampoo purposes. It is important to rinse until the water is clear and free from any traces of .soap.

When a child's hair has grown any length, it should not be rubbed vigorously with a towel, as that pulls and breaks it. Wrap a Turkish towel around the hair and squeeze out all the moisture possible; then massage the scalp gently with the finger tips. Shake and fan the hair, and let the child sit in v warm place, but not right in front of artificial heat. To sit in the sun while drying hair is beneficial.

Pay strict attention to the back of the neck. There is where it must be thoroughly dried to avoid taking cold. When perfectly dry, brush, but do not comb to remove tangles, which will be few when hair is treated this way. A fine comb is injurious. It irritates the scalp and breaks the hair. If hair is well brushed no other tonic shotild be necessary, as that is invigorating. After three years of age a shampoo every two weeks is ample, unless a child is especially exposed to dirt and dust.

When the ends are uneven do not rely upon your scissors to trim the hair. It ought to be singed by a professional. Give great care to brush and comb, keeping them immaculate. They are germ collectors. Soiled toilet articles (particularly tarnished silver) are unsightly, likewise insanitary.