Can Heat Make Your Hair Greasier? The Biology of Summer Sebum

Can Heat Make Your Hair Greasier? The Biology of Summer Sebum

Many people find that their roots become flatter, shinier or visibly oily much sooner in summer. It is tempting to conclude that heat simply makes the scalp produce more oil. The biology is more nuanced....
Why Your Scalp Needs Different Care in Warm Weather

Why Your Scalp Needs Different Care in Warm Weather

We routinely change how we care for our skin during summer. We use sun protection, choose lighter products and adapt our routines to heat and humidity. Yet the scalp, which is also skin, is often...
How to Protect Your Scalp From UV. Partings, Thinning Hair and Sun Safety.

How to Protect Your Scalp From UV. Partings, Thinning Hair and Sun Safety.

The scalp is often missed during sun protection. Dense hair provides some shade, but it is not a reliable substitute for a hat, shade or sunscreen. The parting, hairline, ears and areas of thinning or...
Oily Scalp: Why it Happens and How to Balance it Gently

Oily Scalp: Why it Happens and How to Balance it Gently

Struggling with an oily scalp? Learn what causes excess sebum, how hormones and overwashing affect oil production, and how to gently rebalance your scalp without stripping natural oils.
What to Expect when Switching Shampoo

What to Expect when Switching Shampoo

Switching shampoo should feel straightforward, but if your hair or scalp suddenly feels different, it can be unsettling. In many cases, this isn’t a reaction, but part of a short adjustment period as buildup is...
This might be why your scalp reacts (even to “Gentle” products)

This might be why your scalp reacts (even to “Gentle” products)

If your scalp stings, itches or feels unsettled after washing, it can be difficult to understand why - especially when you’re using products labelled “gentle”, “natural” or “for sensitive skin”. In this guide, we explore...
What Is Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES) in Shampoo?

What Is Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES) in Shampoo?

Sodium Laureth Sulphate is an effective cleansing ingredient used in shampoos and other rinse-off products. It helps remove oil and everyday build-up, creates a consistent lather and makes shampoo easier to distribute through wet hair....
Sebum Buildup on Scalp: Causes & Solutions

Sebum Buildup on Scalp: Causes & Solutions

Your scalp shouldn’t feel coated, heavy or greasy hours after washing, yet for many people, it does. If your roots fall flat quickly or your scalp never feels fully refreshed, the issue may not be...
Dry January, The Salon Moisture Edit - Fragrance-free hydration for Sensitive Scalps

Dry January, The Salon Moisture Edit - Fragrance-free hydration for Sensitive Scalps

Hydration that’s kind to your hair and sensitive scalp Chosen by our team. Tested in real salons. Loved by dry, sensitive hair. Cold air, indoor heating, and daily styling quietly strip moisture from the hair...