Tag: healthy hair
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Do Haircuts Really Help Your Hair Grow?
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Indirectly, yes. Let’s get into it: Is it okay to skip a haircut? This depends on your hair type. When it comes to the frequency of haircuts, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer (same with washing frequency). The necessity of a trim largely depends on your hair type and condition. Fine or delicate hair, which is more…
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Dandruff VS Dry Scalp
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Dandruff and dry scalp, though frequently conflated, stem from distinct physiological processes. Dandruff is primarily attributed to an overgrowth of Malassezia, a yeast-like fungus naturally present on the scalp, leading to excessive skin cell shedding. This condition is characterized by oily, large flakes and an itchy scalp. Conversely, a dry scalp results from insufficient moisture,…
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The Impact of Chlorine and Chloramine on Scalp & Hair Health
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Chlorine and chloramine are disinfectants commonly used in water treatment systems to ensure the safety and cleanliness of drinking water. They are crucial for disinfecting water and killing harmful pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and parasites that can cause waterborne diseases. Public Health Protection By using these disinfectants, water treatment facilities can ensure that the water…
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The Origins of Modern-Day Anxiety with Hair Extensions
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Introduction In today’s beauty-conscious world, hair extensions have gained immense popularity as a transformative tool for achieving longer and fuller hair. Some methods pose significant risks to the health of your natural hair and scalp, leading to growing concerns about the potential damage associated with hair extensions. The High-Risk Culprits Glue-In Extensions involve attaching hair…
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Overcome Hard Water Hair
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Hair loss is a common problem that can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, stress, and hormonal changes. However, one often overlooked reason for hair loss is hard water. Hard water contains high levels of minerals, such as calcium and magnesium. While it is not harmful to human health, exposure to hard…
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The Benefits of Co-Washing: Why You Should Consider Skipping Shampoo
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Have you ever heard of co-washing? It’s a term that has been gaining popularity recently in the hair care industry. Co-washing, short for “conditioner washing,” is the process of washing your hair with conditioner instead of traditional shampoo. This may seem strange at first, but there are a lot of benefits to co-washing that you…
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