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It’s Time to Treat Your Scalp Like Your Face
It’s Time to Treat Your Scalp Like Your Face

Chances are you have a multi-step skincare routine that’s become a welcome daily ritual, but what about your scalp? It’s very possible you’re neglecting it.

The Ultimate Guide to Hair Miniaturisation
The Ultimate Guide to Hair Miniaturisation

During this process, the hair follicle progressively shrinks over time – in turn producing strands that are thinner, weaker, more prone to breakage. 

The Benefits of Oats on Scalp and Hair
The Benefits of Oats on Scalp and Hair

Oats, which have been used in food for over 30,000 years, are also widely known to possess a myriad of benefits for skin, scalp and hair – but how?

Are Hair Density and Thickness the Same?
Are Hair Density and Thickness the Same?

While density and thickness are different, they are terms that are often (incorrectly) interchanged, which leads to even more misconceptions.

How Often Should I Wash My Hair?
How Often Should I Wash My Hair?

More often than you think.

Is Alcohol in Hair Products Bad For You?
Is Alcohol in Hair Products Bad For You?

The truth is not all alcohols are created equally – many are safe for scalp and hair  and some actually benefit your strands.

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How to Detox Your Scalp

By now most of us know that strong, healthy hair begins at the scalp – making the idea of a scalp “detox” pretty appealing.

Scalp Types 101
Scalp Types 101

Understanding your scalp type means you can treat it in the most efficient and healthy way.

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Debunking 10 Common Hair Myths

There are countless myths that we have held onto for decades, but many of them are only partially true, a little misguided, or just plain wrong.

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Is Mineral Oil Bad For Your Hair?

There are so many different types of oils used in scalp and hair products. Find out what mineral oils are, and why we don't use them. 

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Hair Porosity 101

Porosity can seem a bit obscure or complicated at first, but we’re going to demystify it and explain why it matters.

The Benefits of Shea Butter on Hair
The Benefits of Shea Butter on Hair

Known for its nourishing, softening and soothing properties, shea butter is a natural treasure. Find out how we use it.