FAQs

Hair growth takes time, but you can support healthy growth by keeping your scalp clean and healthy, maintaining adequate moisture, strengthening weak strands, and minimizing breakage and tension. The real goal isn't just growing hair, but retaining the hair you're already growing.

Breakage usually happens when the hair becomes weak and cannot withstand manipulation. Dryness, heat, chemical treatments, rough detangling and tight hairstyles can all contribute. A good routine should focus on moisture, strengthening and gentle handling to help your hair become more resilient.

First, it's important to distinguish shedding from breakage. Shedding is when the whole strand naturally falls from the follicle, while breakage happens when the strand snaps. Hair loss can have many causes, so if you're experiencing sudden or excessive shedding, it's best to identify the cause rather than simply reaching for a growth product.

Sometimes the problem isn't that you're not using enough product, but that you're using the wrong type of product. Hydration and oiling aren't the same thing. Water-based products help add moisture, while oils can help seal and reduce moisture loss. A good routine should provide hydration first, then help maintain it.

Keep it simple: cleanse gently, deep condition regularly, apply a leave-in and maintain moisture between wash days. If the hair is weak and breaking, incorporate strengthening care as well. Consistency is more important than having a shelf full of products.

An itchy scalp can have different causes, including dryness, dandruff, irritation or other scalp conditions. Start with gentle cleansing and avoid scratching or heavily layering products on the scalp. If the itching is persistent or comes with redness, sores, crusting or hair loss, it's best to have the scalp properly assessed.

Dandruff is a common scalp condition and isn't caused by being dirty. Regular cleansing can help manage mild dandruff, but persistent or severe flaking may require a medicated treatment. If there's significant itching, redness, crusting or hair loss, it's best to consult a dermatologist.

They're not the same thing, although they can look very similar. A dry scalp is generally related to insufficient moisture, while dandruff is a scalp condition that can cause persistent flakes and itching. If you're unsure which one you're dealing with, don't simply keep adding oil. The right solution starts with identifying the cause.

If your hair has suddenly lost volume, first try to understand why. Breakage, excessive shedding, tension and other factors can affect how full your hair looks. A consistent routine that strengthens the hair and minimizes breakage can help you maintain the density you have and achieve fuller-looking, healthier hair over time.

Your edges are particularly delicate and can easily be affected by repeated tension from braids, extensions, wigs and tight hairstyles. Give your hairline a break, avoid tight styling and handle the area gently. If thinning continues or the area becomes painful, inflamed or completely smooth, get it professionally assessed.

Low-porosity hair can be resistant to absorbing moisture and is often prone to product buildup. Keep your routine lightweight and simple: cleanse regularly, condition well, use a suitable leave-in and avoid excessive layering of heavy products. The goal is to provide moisture without coating the hair.

High-porosity hair tends to lose moisture easily, so the focus should be on moisture retention. Regular conditioning, deep treatments, a good leave-in and protective styling can help. Gentle handling and minimizing excessive heat are also important for keeping the hair from becoming even more fragile.

Not exactly. Oil and water do different jobs. A hydrating product helps provide moisture, while oil can help reduce moisture loss and add lubrication. So if your hair is dry, applying more oil may not solve the problem. Think hydrate first, then seal and protect.

You can't permanently reverse damage to an already damaged strand, but you can improve its condition and prevent further damage. Focus on gentle cleansing, conditioning, strengthening, moisture and reduced manipulation, while limiting excessive heat and chemical processing. The goal is healthier, stronger hair with less breakage.

A protective style should actually protect your hair. Keep the scalp clean, maintain moisture, avoid excessive tension and be gentle when styling and removing the style. Braids and locs don't mean your hair stops needing care. Healthy hair underneath the style is what makes the protective style worthwhile.