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How can I check the pH of my Shampoo Bar
To test the pH of a shampoo bar accurately, indeed, dissolving a small part of the bar in water and then using a pH test strip can give you a general idea. H...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:37 AM
What kind of shampoo is it best to use for dandruff scalp?
Fist of all, make sure that you suffer from actual dandruff and not 'dry scalp'. The difference is explained in the Unique Hair Profile module in the...
Wed, 3 Apr, 2024 at 5:31 AM
What determines an oils weight and what difference does it make?
The "weight" of a hair oil typically refers to its viscosity, density, and how it feels when applied to the hair and scalp. It's not about the ...
Wed, 3 Apr, 2024 at 5:31 AM
Can I add honey in my homemade shampoo?
You may have noticed that honey is often recommended in hair and scalp masks but here is why we don’t recommend it in homemade shampoos: Honey is excellent ...
Mon, 8 Apr, 2024 at 10:51 AM
What negative side effects there are if the PH is too high?
When the pH of a shampoo is too high (= too alkaline) it will have some not-so-great impact on your scalp and hair. A shampoo with too high pH will strip you...
Fri, 12 Apr, 2024 at 7:11 AM
Why is there a resilient silicone in my shampoo? I thought shampoo is meant to remove the silicone?
It definitely feels contradictory to have both a surfactant and silicone in your shampoo, as one should be removing the other, right? Well, as you mentioned ...
Thu, 6 Mar, 2025 at 4:53 AM
How often should I use a "DHT blocker oil" to get good results and not build up on my scalp?
If using a plain oil for its DHT blocker properties, you should indeed only keep it as pre-poo mask on your scalp as adding oil on a daily basis on your scal...
Fri, 19 Apr, 2024 at 6:41 AM
Does coconut oil supplement really work as a DHT blocker to reduce hair fall?
Formally, coconut oil does not have direct dihydrotestosterone (DHT) blocking properties as part of its action mechanism. Some studies are currently evaluati...
Fri, 19 Apr, 2024 at 6:50 AM
Is it OK to use hair oil if I have seborrheic dermatitis?
Seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff tend to overlap, you'll want to make use of the dandruff formulations. Be sure to avoid the dry scalp formulations as ...
Fri, 19 Apr, 2024 at 9:21 AM
When should we do a scalp exfoliation treatment?
A scalp exfoliation treatment is done 30 min to 1 hour before washing your hair. Proceed as Sarah explains in her lesson to apply the treatment, massage and ...
Tue, 11 Jun, 2024 at 7:06 AM