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Can xanthan gum powder be used as a humectant?
Yes, you can create a humectant formula by combining 87% water, 10% oil, and 3% xanthan gum. However, fine-hair profiles should start with 1% xanthan gum and...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:21 AM
If I want to start using oils on my scalp to boost hair growth, when and how should I introduce them into my haircare routine?
When introducing hair oils into your routine, the first thing you'll want to do is conduct a proper patch-test for any oil you are considering. Oils that...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:21 AM
Is Squalane a sealing or penetrating oil?
Though not actually an oil at all, Squalane tends to act more as a sealing oil. Due to its lipid nature, it lacks fatty acids and is therefore not featured h...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:21 AM
Can I use oils as a pre-shampoo if I have a dandruff scalp profile?
You can use oils that are suited to your hair profile so long as they aren’t applied to your scalp. If you're using an oil product that touches your scal...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:21 AM
Sarah highlighted in the video that wet hair is weak. Does that mean it would be best not to brush your hair until later?
It is best to avoid brushing your hair when wet. This can cause a lot more breakage.
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:21 AM
I'm finding it hard to know what an achievable goal is as I've been experiencing hair loss for so long and likely suffer from hormonal imbalance. What should I do?
Finding an achievable goal can be difficult, especially since it is hard to estimate how long things will take! If you suspect you have a hormonal imbalance,...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:21 AM
What is the difference between type 1A, 1B, 1C and 2A?
It can often be hard to tell these hair types apart! It’s not uncommon for them to look the same or simply jump from 1A to 2A. These minor differences won...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:21 AM
I did the Porosity Test, but half of my strand stayed on the surface and the other half sunk to the bottom. What does this mean?
This simply means you have a mixture of both low and high porosities! The part nearest the root is low-porosity. Toward the ends, where damage is likely to o...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:21 AM
My scalp is very sensitive to the touch, oily, and itchy. I have a lot of flakes that tend to fall onto my shirt. Does this mean I have a dandruff scalp or an oily scalp?
Symptoms like these are more likely to be associated with a dandruff scalp, particularly if your flakes are large, yellow, and oily. A dandruff scalp is ofte...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:21 AM
How can you determine if you have a sensitive scalp or an oily scalp?
An oily scalp usually gets oily within 1-2 days of washing. Therefore, if you find your hair gets oily super quickly, it is likely that you have an oily scal...
Wed, 27 Mar, 2024 at 9:21 AM