SCALP SCHOOL
22: Why Does Your Scalp Get Flaky?
Not all flakes are the same. Some flakes are caused by dryness, while others are linked to excess oil, irritation, or dandruff. Because the causes can be different, the best approach...
21: Does Dry Shampoo Clean Your Hair?
Dry shampoo is great for refreshing your style, but it doesn't actually clean your scalp. It works by absorbing excess oil, helping hair look and feel fresher between washes. Over...
20: Stop Scratching Your Scalp
An itchy scalp is your body's way of telling you something. Dryness, excess oil, product buildup, irritation, or flakes can all contribute to itching. Scratching may provide temporary relief, but...
19: Why Your Hair Feels Heavy
If your hair feels flat only a day after washing, buildup may be weighing it down. Product residue, excess oil, pollution, and minerals from water can coat the hair over time, making...
18: Hair Growth Starts Below the Surface
The hair you see is actually dead protein. The living part of the hair is the follicle beneath your scalp, where new hair is produced. That's why scalp care plays such an important role in supporting...
17: Hair Doesn't Grow Overnight
Hair grows in cycles. Each strand moves through a growth phase, a transition phase, a resting phase, and finally sheds before a new strand begins growing. Because of this natural...
16: Why Sebum Isn't the Enemy
Sebum is your scalp's natural oil. It moisturizes the scalp, protects your hair, and helps maintain the skin barrier. The goal isn't to remove every trace of oil, it's to prevent excess buildup while preserving...
15: The Scalp Microbiome Explained
Your scalp is home to billions of microorganisms that naturally live on your skin. Together, they're called the scalp microbiome. When this ecosystem is balanced, your scalp is more likely to feel...
14: Your Scalp Ages Too
Most of us invest in skincare, but forget the skin hidden beneath our hair. Just like the skin on your face, your scalp experiences changes from sun exposure, environmental stressors,...