Cut gluten from your diet? It could be time to check your shampoo too

Cut gluten from your diet? It could be time to check your shampoo too

If you’re living gluten-free, whether due to coeliac disease, wheat allergy, or non-coeliac gluten sensitivity, you already pay close attention to food labels. But have you ever checked the ingredients in your shampoo or conditioner?...
Sweaty Scalp: Why It Happens in Summer and How to Care for It

Sweaty Scalp: Why It Happens in Summer and How to Care for It

Scalp sweating is a normal response to heat. The scalp contains many eccrine sweat glands, which release a dilute, salty fluid when body temperature rises through warm weather, exercise or both. As that fluid evaporates,...
Struggling with a flaky scalp? This Head & Shoulders alternative might be the answer

Struggling with a flaky scalp? This Head & Shoulders alternative might be the answer

If you're struggling with dandruff, you've probably tried (or at least considered) Head & Shoulders. While it's one of the most well-known 'anti-dandruff' shampoos on the market, it may not be the best option for...
The Safety of Sweet Almond Oil in Olsson Sensitive Hair Mask

The Safety of Sweet Almond Oil in Olsson Sensitive Hair Mask

INCI: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil (Refined Sweet Almond Oil). Since the introduction of our new Nourishing Hair Mask, powered by RepHair® Ceramide and refined Sweet Almond Oil; there has been concern expressed about the inclusion...
Eczema, gluten and your scalp: the connection you might be missing

Eczema, gluten and your scalp: the connection you might be missing

Did you know that skin conditions like eczema can sometimes be linked to gluten? While eczema isn't caused by gluten, there's growing evidence it can flare up in those with coeliac disease, DH (dermatitis herpetiformis),...
Alternatives to Ciclopirox shampoos. Exploring safe and effective options

Alternatives to Ciclopirox shampoos. Exploring safe and effective options

Ciclopirox shampoos are widely prescribed for scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis, dandruff, and fungal infections. They work by targeting the overgrowth of fungi such as Malassezia, which can cause irritation, itching, and flaking. However, while ciclopirox...
Feed your scalp. How to nourish your hair from within.

Feed your scalp. How to nourish your hair from within.

When it comes to maintaining lustrous locks and a healthy scalp, many people focus solely on external hair care products, which of course are important. However, while the use of mild shampoos, conditioners, and hair...
SLS and SLES – What’s the difference?

SLS and SLES – What’s the difference?

SLS and SLES are both cleansing ingredients, but they are not the same. When comparing Sodium Lauryl Sulfate vs Sodium Laureth Sulfate, the important distinctions are their chemical structures and relative irritation potential. Comparative testing...
Do hormones impact hair strength and growth?

Do hormones impact hair strength and growth?

Our hair is not just an accessory; it is a reflection of our overall health. Various factors influence the strength, growth, and appearance of our hair, and one significant factor (unfortunately) is hormones. Hormones play...