If you’ve ever dealt with head lice in your family, you’ve likely heard the old saying that these pests prefer clean hair. It can feel confusing and even a little unfair. After all the effort put into maintaining good hygiene, the idea that clean hair could be more inviting to lice is frustrating. But is … Read more
You’ve made it through pregnancy, labor, and delivery, and just when you think you’re getting the hang of this new mom thing, you notice clumps of hair in your shower drain. It can be alarming, but rest assured, postpartum hair loss is an incredibly common and temporary phase for most new mothers. This shedding is … Read more
If you’re tired of the endless cycle of shaving, waxing, and plucking, you’ve likely wondered about a more permanent solution. Laser hair removal promises to reduce hair growth significantly, offering a path to smoother skin with less maintenance. But does it actually work, or is it too good to be true? The short answer is … Read more
That small, red, and often painful bump after shaving or waxing is a familiar nuisance for many. Known as an ingrown hair, it occurs when a hair curls back or grows sideways into the skin instead of rising up from it. This can lead to inflammation, tenderness, and sometimes a pus-filled bump that looks remarkably … Read more
Noticing more hair in your brush or the shower drain can be a worrying experience. You’re not alone in this. It’s completely normal to shed between 50 to 100 hairs a day as part of the natural growth cycle. But when the shedding feels excessive, it’s natural to wonder what’s going on. The good news … Read more
If you’re noticing more hair in your brush or a thinning crown, you’ve likely heard the name finasteride. It’s one of the most talked-about treatments for hair loss, but a big question remains: does it actually regrow hair, or does it just stop the loss? The answer is a bit more nuanced than a simple … Read more
You’re in the shower, and the familiar question pops into your head: should I wash my hair today? For many of us, a daily hair wash feels like a non-negotiable part of our routine. But what if this habit is doing more harm than good? The truth is, the answer isn’t the same for everyone. … Read more
Have you ever noticed that your hair seems to soak up water and products in an instant, yet it dries out just as quickly? You might be dealing with high porosity hair. This isn’t about your curl pattern or hair thickness; it’s about your hair’s ability to absorb and hold onto moisture. Think of your … Read more
If you’ve been prescribed spironolactone or are considering it, you might have heard conflicting information about its effect on hair. It’s a common point of confusion. On one hand, it’s frequently used to treat female pattern hair loss, but on the other, some people report experiencing hair thinning while taking it. So, what’s the real … Read more
If you’ve ever looked at a hair type chart, you might have seen 4c hair listed as the most coily pattern. But it’s so much more than a category. 4c hair is a beautiful and unique texture characterized by its incredibly tight zigzag pattern. From a distance, it might look soft and fluffy, but up … Read more