Amla (Emblica officinalis) for your beautiful hair One of the world’s oldest natural hair conditioners, amla oil, derived from the amalaki fruit has been used in India for centuries. Known also as the Indian gooseberry, amla oil is packed with vitamin C, along with several other nutrients such as antioxidants, protein, calcium, iron, phosphorus and […] Read more
Indian influence for your beautiful hair After watching many Indian Bollywood movies, it is easy to come to the realisation that Indian women know a thing or two about hair care. Ayurvedic hair oils are known throughout India to effectively promote hair growth and have been touted as useful in the treatment of alopecia. The […] Read more
Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) for your beautiful hair Saw palmetto is another herb known to inhibit the enzyme DHT.44 In some cases, it can stop or at least slow the rate of hair loss. Catnip (Nepeta cataria): Catnip is highly recommended to prevent split ends. The oils in catnip make it a fantastic conditioning treatment; […] Read more
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia/Lavandula officinalis) for your beautiful hair Lavender has both antiseptic and antibiotic properties and assists in drawing blood to the scalp which helps prevent hair loss. Numerous studies provide scientific evidence that aromatherapy with lavender oils helps improve sleep and promote relaxation.42 Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica): Stinging nettle has been used for years […] Read more
Not your hair average garden variety herb It seems the hippies and new-age gurus of yesteryear that reeked of patchouli oil were not just spouting nonsense when it came to the use of essential oils and their potential health benefits. In fact, aromatherapy oils have been anecdotally used to treat hair loss for hundreds of […] Read more
Coochie creme for your good hair Miconazole nitrate, found in vaginal antifungal cremes, has been discussed for years in forums, chat rooms and medical sites as a way to accelerate hair growth. I kid you not! The Facts: Miconazole nitrate is the active ingredient in antifungal creams such as Daktarin ® and Monistat ®. Normal […] Read more
Pest protection for good hair Pesky nits are an unwelcome pest guest for hair and they have a tendency to keep coming back. Any parent whose child has had them knows the embarrassment associated with being told their child ‘has nits’. The persistent scratching can damage and irritate the scalp and lead to hair that […] Read more
The thief in the night for your hairs Each night you may be unknowingly robbing yourself of healthy hair. A pillow covered with hair each morning is usually a good indicator of the damage you are doing in your sleep. The Facts: Even with the appropriate pillow case, your sleep style, especially if you are […] Read more
Bed head for beautiful hair Here’s a secret hairdressers have know for decades (and the Chinese have known for centuries). Silk and satin pillowcases are gentler on your hair than cotton. Get yourself a silk pillowcase and say goodbye to the dreaded morning ‘bird’s nest’ and ‘hello’ to sexy tousled morning hair. The Facts: When […] Read more
Like many women, I thought my straightener was my best friend. For nearly ten years I chose to ignore the large amount of hairs that fell to the floor each time I would use it. My hair looked sleek and shiny but over time it started to feel increasingly brittle. The penny dropped when looking […] Read more
