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I made the Deep Nourishing Conditioner from the Luxury Haircare Formulation Guide but forgot to cut it in half once I started. Will it be too oily for my hair? Can I use it as a mask and then follow with my daily shampoo?
You can try experimenting with your formulation! For example, try using a lot less than what you would normally use with a regular conditioner (just enough t...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:32 AM
Should the pH level be the same in all of our hair products (for both scalp and strands)?
For optimal scalp health, the recommended pH for any product being applied to your scalp should be 4.5-5.5. Products used on your strands should have a pH of...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:32 AM
Can I use lactic acid in my sealant?
Lactic acid is a great component to add into your sealant formulations as it is generally a safe and effective way to combat frizz. To incorporate this ingre...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:33 AM
Does Celiac's Disease or gluten-intolerance impact the body's ability to absorb nutrients? If so, how can I make sure I'm getting the proper amount of vitamins and minerals?
Gluten-related illnesses (such as Celiac's disease) often cause further inflammation in the small intestine, they can impact the absorption of nutrients....
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:33 AM
How often should I eat dark chocolate for blood flow?
Dark chocolate can be consumed on a daily basis in an effort to boost your circulation. In order to do this, only a small amount is needed and we recommend c...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:33 AM
I crushed a couple of vitamin C and niacin tablets, mixed them in with my grapeseed/shea oil and applied it to my scalp. I had to wash my hair 3x today because of the itchiness and weird "film" that was still on my scalp. What's up?
There are a few different factors that potentially make this not a suitable practice for you: 1) The high concentration of the active ingredient is perhaps ...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:33 AM
Are the lessons available to watch on smartphones?
As long as you have an internet connection, you're be able to watch lessons on any device, including smartphones and tablets!
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:33 AM
I have seborrheic dermatitis on my scalp. Does this mean it is a dry scalp or a dandruff scalp?
Because seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff tend to overlap, you'll want to follow the regimens and formulations for a dandruff scalp. Be sure to avoid re...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:33 AM
Do students with seborrheic dermatitis/dandruff have to worry about the oils in their conditioners, as these generally aren’t applied to the scalp?
This ultimately depends on how severe your scalp condition is. It can be quite difficult to avoid conditioner touching your scalp entirely, especially if you...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:33 AM
My scalp responds really badly to scalp toning: I tried the caffeine DIY recipe, rose water, snail mucin, The Ordinary serum. Regardless of whether I pH balance or not, I experience massive amounts of hair-fall, today by far was the worst.
I think it's best to go with an elimination routine principle here. The best would be to prepare the super simple green tea DIY toner Sarah introduced i...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:33 AM