Category Archives for Shampoo/Conditioner
Ditch Conditioner, Use Hair Rinse: 6 Hair Rinse Recipes for Gorgeous hair
Why use hair rinse? Hair rinses are literally hair treats! Homemade herbal hair rinses are packed with plant nutrients, minerals, and antioxidants that help restore moisture and shine to your hair, reduce hair fall, relieve your scalp of dryness, itchiness, or excess oil production, as well as promote hair growth. The biggest advantage of […]
Continue readingHow to Wash Your Hair – 7 Tips for Great Hair
What’s the big deal? ‘Lather, rinse, repeat’. It may sound simple and easy, but there are a lot of things that you can over/under-do – mostly people overdo – like amount of shampoo, water temperature, how many times to wash and more. The more I learn about hair washing, the more I realise that hair […]
Continue readingIs Combing your hair 100 strokes a day Good or Bad?
According to an age-old hair care tip ‘combing your hair several times will keep your hair healthy, Shiny, and abundant’. So what is the truth in this saying? You can encourage your hair to grow by brushing and combing it, because the process helps loosen and remove dead skin from the scalp. It will also […]
Continue reading7 Ways to Prevent Split Ends
The hard truth: Once you get a split end, it won’t go away. The only way to get rid of split ends is to cut them off. And for the future, you can take care of your hair and prevent splits from occurring in the first place. There are simple ways to avoid split […]
Continue readingOrange Juice Rinse: Get Shiny Hair This Winter
Orange juice rinse conditions the hair and balances the scalp. This rinse is especially useful during winter months, when the humidity is low and your hair is greatly lacking in the moisture content. Orange juice rinse will hydrate your scalp and hair and add lots of shine and luster to your hair. Plus […]
Continue readingLemon Juice Hair Rinse: Boosts Shine and Adds Bounce to Oily Limp Hair
When life gives you lemons, don’t make lemonade. It’s so full of sugar and unhealthy anyway. Make a lemon rinse instead. Your hair will love it. Rich in vitamin C, lemon helps to rejuvenate the scalp and add gloss to dull hair. The astringent and purifying qualities of lemon make it perfect for those […]
Continue reading8 Ways to Save your Hair from Hard Water
Do you live in a hard-water area? Is your hair giving you daily grief? No amount of conditioners or styling sprays can rescue you, as the root of the problem lies in your tap water. I recently visited Amsterdam. This was my second visit, and my love for the city is getting bigger […]
Continue readingWhat is the Right Way to Comb your Hair? Combing Basics for Smooth and Silky Hair
I really think combing is one hair domain that is highly neglected. We do a lot of research before buying hair goods such as – shampoos, conditioners, hair oils, hair gels, and styling tools. But we hardly give a second thought as to which comb to use and how to comb. This is probably because […]
Continue readingMake Your Own Natural Shampoo: Get Soft and Shiny Hair at Home
For centuries people in India have mostly used various fruits, barks, stem, seeds and leaves to make their own homemade shampoo. Although, now many people are opting for more convenient options -market bought shampoos; is it good or bad is a big question. Since I was little, I have seen my mother make her […]
Continue readingHealthy Hair Starts with a Clean Comb
It’s a good idea to invest in good quality combs and brushes, but it’s even more important to keep them tidy. This will keep your hair clean and healthy. Everyday combing accumulates hair, build-up of natural oils, dry skin, dandruff, dirt and dust. Dirty combs/brushes will transfer the grime and germs back to your washed hair. […]
Continue readingIs there a Magic Potion for Hair Growth?
Many of us are looking for a magic potion that will transform our hair into silky, abundant and luxurious tresses. So is there any such magic potion? A long while back one of my cousin revealed, after much coaxing, her formula for lush hair growth. It was basically a blend of 4 different oils […]
Continue readingCoconut oil as a Leave-in Hair Conditioner: For Frizzy and Damaged hair
No matter how well you treat your hair, years of exposure to the elements – the sun, air, water – plus everyday washing, combing, and styling can cause damage to your hair. For soft, healthy, and beautiful hair, it’s important that you keep your hair well conditioned and moisturised. A leave-in conditioner is […]
Continue readingPrecondition with Coconut Oil: Strengthens Hair and Soothes Itchy Scalp
When it comes to hair care, coconut oil is ubiquitous in many Indian households. For centuries Indian women have rejoiced in their long thick beautiful hair. The good old coconut oil has been a regular part of their hair care regime. Over the last decade, coconut oil has garnered lot of attention in the western countries, […]
Continue readingOil your Hair for Luxuriant Growth and Shine
Most of the time all your hair needs is a little pampering. The natural oils are your most humble choice. It reminds me of my childhood days when oil treatment was an essential part of hair grooming. Having had the luxury of oil massage, my hair can be very grouchy without it. 3 Reasons […]
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