Tense scalp? It's oxygen-starved.
When your scalp feels tight, flaky, and uncomfortable, it's time for a detox ritual to reset and restore balance. The aim is to clear away buildup from excess sebum, styling products, pollutants, and more.
Rehab from the roots: Once a week before shampooing, vigorously brush your hair for 5 minutes to aerate it and massage the scalp. Then apply a purifying treatment to the roots and leave on for 20 minutes.
A purifying clay poultice for roots: Dessange Douce Argile Regulating Pre-Shampoo Care €; A soothing fresh mint infusion: “C’est La Base” pre-shampoo treatment, Lush €18.5; A detox oil with Ayurvedic plants: Herbal Hair Oil Dayna Paris-India 38€.
Slow growth? Your follicles are starving.
Nutrient deficiencies hinder growth. Prioritize eggs, cereals, vegetables, and fresh fruits rich in vitamin B5, which supports keratin production—the building block of healthy hair.
Feed the bulbs: Enhance your diet with supplements containing amino acids, taurine, zinc, and plant extracts to accelerate and fortify growth. Expect visible results after 3 months, with stunning improvements by 6 months (Inneov Masse Capillaire 23€, PhytoPhanères 33€, Keratine Forte Biocyte 27€).
Hair loss? They're burning out.
Triggers like stress, breakups, dieting, fatigue, illness, or hormonal shifts can cause excessive shedding. If it persists after 4 months of self-care, consult a dermatologist.
Root-level fitness: Use anti-hair loss lotions and serums daily for 6-8 weeks post-shampoo. These deliver targeted actives like aminexil, amino acids, and vitamin PP to stimulate follicles, boost keratin, and anchor hair.
Cutting-edge treatments:
For prevention: Hair Booster Intensive Treatment Nioxin 22€
For thinning hair: L’Oréal Professionnel Serioxyl Densifying Serum 54€
For severe loss: Maximize Cerafill ampoules, Redken 52€
