# Hair care trends and maintenance advice > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hair-care-trends-and-maintenance-advice > Updated: 2026-10-26T04:35:39.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Experts and dermatologists have issued warnings regarding certain hair care trends, noting that complex routines involving multiple serums and essences may cause unintended damage if they do not account for individual hair texture or climate. There are also concerns regarding the excessive use of reconstruction masks containing keratin, which can compromise hair fibers if applied too frequently. In the consumer market, semi-permanent coloring shampoos are becoming a popular home solution for gray hair. Beyond color, experts note that the onset of gray hair often involves structural changes, such as hair becoming stiffer, coarser, and more prone to frizz due to decreased melanin production. To maintain hair health, specialists recommend avoiding common mistakes like using excessively hot water or vigorous scrubbing. Instead, using lukewarm water and focusing shampoo application on the scalp rather than the hair length can help prevent hair from becoming dry and brittle. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-26: Hair Care: Managing Texture Changes and Common Washing Mistakes Common hair care errors like using hot water and aggressive towel drying can damage hair structure, while graying hair often requires adjusted care due to changes in texture and moisture. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hair-care-managing-texture-changes-and-common-washing-mistakes ### 2026-10-19: Hair care trends and products require caution to avoid damage Experts warn that excessive hair care routines, such as overusing reconstruction masks or complex skincare-inspired serums, can damage hair fibers and scalp health. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hair-care-trends-and-products-require-caution-to-avoid-damage --- Cite as: Hair care trends and maintenance advice. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/hair-care-trends-and-maintenance-advice