SCALP HEALTH

Miami, Florida

Holistic and all-natural hair care routines have had a resurgence in the past year as they offer incredible benefits to your strands without any of the harsh or unknown ingredients some hair products sneak in. Most importantly we are seeing a greater emphasis on scalp health- ultimately, scalp health is hair health.

The scalp houses the hair follicle—so naturally your hair will thrive and grow better if it’s rooted in a healthy scalp. Some experts in trichotomy (the science of hair) argue that the scalp is a reflection of your overall health and well-being. For example we know stress can tighten the scalp and massage helps relax the scalp and increases suppleness. Massaging your scalp with a scalp scrub is the perfect pre-shampoo treatment.

Your scalp is just like the rest of your skin—dead cells can pile up, pores can get clogged. Plus, there’s also tons of residue that builds up from the styling products we use day in and day out. It doesn’t have to be a complicated process; simply use once or twice a week, massaging it into your scalp for a few minutes before shampooing and conditioning as usual. It’s a quick and easy shower routine add-on, but one that will pay off when it comes to how your scalp feels and how your hair looks.

Another great pre-shampoo treatment is the Ayurvedic tradition of hair oiling massage. Everyone, no matter their hair type, should be doing some kind of pre-shampoo treatment—they really make a difference for shiny hair and a healthy scalp. Whether you are opting for a scalp scrub or hair oiling—remember oils are moisturizing, but they also have cleansing benefits, just as with face cleansers—so it’s nurturing, moisturizing, and replenishing.

Ayurvedic practices are part of ancient Indian culture, and encourage using ingredients that are good for your body as a whole and solve your hair needs at the root of the problem, beneath the surface.

Our hair is a nonessential tissue, so it’s the first place the body cuts off nutrients to. If you feel the scalp scrub and occasional hair oiling massage are still not providing you with the desired results then it’s time to look at your diet. Foods containing potassium like oranges, bananas, and dark leafy greens support hair and scalp health. Protein is also essential; plant-based proteins may be sufficient if your diet is balanced with foods that supply all essential amino acids.