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horsetail

Horsetail for Hair Growth: Benefits & How to Boost Your Locks
If you’re new to hair care, you might not know what horsetail extract is or how it’s used. Even though it’s been used as…...
August 29, 2025 • 4 min read

8 Benefits of Rose Hip Oil for Hair & Skin
August 1, 2024 • 3 min read
Aloe Vera Juice for Hair

The Benefits of Aloe Vera Juice for Hair
August 1, 2024 • 4 min read
grapeseed oil

11 Reasons to Use Grapeseed Oil for Hair
July 31, 2024 • 4 min read

How to Make Rosemary Water for Your Hair
November 3, 2023 • 3 min read
Hand holding shampoo

What Are Surfactants and Why Are They Used in Hair Products?
January 4, 2023 • 4 min read

Does Shampoo Expire?
December 30, 2022 • 3 min read
woman putting oil in her hair

What Is Babassu Oil and How Does It Benefit Hair?
November 30, 2022 • 4 min read

Argan Oil vs. Castor Oil: Which Is Best for Hair?
October 19, 2022 • 4 min read

What You Need To Know About Sea Moss and Its Benefit for Hair
August 10, 2022 • 2 min read
tucuma butter

How Tucuma Butter Encourages Scalp Health and Strong Strands
June 8, 2022 • 3 min read
jamaican black castor oil for hair

Everything You Need to Know About Jamaican Black Castor Oil for Hair and Scalp
June 6, 2022 • 5 min read
myrica wax

How Myrica Wax Can Help Moisturize and Elongate Your Curls
June 3, 2022 • 4 min read
panthenol for hair

The Moisture Boosting Benefits of Panthenol for Hair
April 25, 2022 • 3 min read
vitamin f for hair

Why You Should Be Using Vitamin F for Stronger Strands
April 22, 2022 • 3 min read