Hair 101

When you go to brush your hair, you probably don’t put much thought into what tool you’re reaching for. After all, brush or comb, it’s all the same, right? Not quite. The truth is, brushes...

Dry, damaged hair can put a damper on anyone’s day, but if you suffer from dry hair, know that you’re not alone: According to one global study, 70% of people report having damaged hair, with...

Dryness often shows up without warning. One week, your hair feels soft and manageable. The next week, it looks dull, feels tight, or tangles more easily, even though nothing in your routine has changed. Weather...

You might love the look of a perfect perm, freshly bleached hair, or sleek, keratinized strands, but your hair? Not so much. While chemical treatments can help you achieve your ideal look, they can be...

Here’s something you might not know: Every strand of your hair is coated with an outer lipid layer, a waxy, hydrophobic substance that forms a protective barrier to lock in moisture and keep out environmental...

Lackluster hair? While frustrating, it might not be your hair’s fault. The root of the issue could be dandruff or dry scalp. Sadly, few people give their scalps the same love and attention they give to...

The world of haircare expands beyond the typical shampoo and hair conditioner bottles in your shower. Whether you have thick or fine hair, hair experts have started focusing on other means of treatment, such as...

From the moment you roll out of bed in the morning, your natural hair makes its uniqueness known—whether it’s curly, coily, straight, or inventing new shapes altogether. It’s fair to say such one-of-a-kind strands demand...

If you’re a bonafide skincare devotee, you’ve likely heard of hyaluronic acid, an ingredient often found in creams, serums, and other skin products that offers serious hydration. Beauty TikTok has been abuzz about the ingredient1—but...

Shampoo and conditioner are two peas in a pod. You probably know that shampoo cleanses your scalp, removing product buildup and excess hair oils. But what does conditioner do to your hair? Overall, hair conditioner uses moisturizing ingredients to...