Hair Library
Hair Library
Guides and notes for building a healthier, more personal hair care routine.
general
Professional vs drugstore hair products.
Does it really matter if you use drugstore or professional hair care products? Is there a difference? Is it just marketing or a fact that one is better than the other? When it come...
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how to take care of coily hair
Coily/kinky hair is a unique and beautiful hair texture that requires special care and attention. It is often referred to as type 4 hair in the Andre Walker hair typing system and...
ingredients
Colorants
In a study, it was shown that other than the smell, the color of a hair product plays a big part in consumer choices. I mean when you think about it, millennial pink vs hickory bro...
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Fragrance
Who doesn't love great-smelling products, a shampoo that transports you to a tropical paradise or a floral garden? We have fragrances to thank for that. In hair care formulations f...
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Preservatives
In every hair product formulation, there is some form of preservative to help prevent the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and yeast. Preservatives are essential,...
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Thickeners
In hair product formulations, there are times when we may need to increase the viscosity or thickness of the product, this is where thickeners/thickening agents are used. They help...
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Emulsifiers
Emulsifiers are substances that help to mix two or more substances that are normally incompatible, such as oil and water. They work by reducing the surface tension of the substance...
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Humectants
Humectants are substances commonly used in hair care products to help the hair retain moisture. They work by attracting water molecules from the air and binding them to the hair st...
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Occlusives
Occlusives in hair care formulations are ingredients that help to prevent moisture loss from the hair by forming a barrier on the surface of the hair. They work by sealing the hair...
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Emollients
Emollients are substances that are added to hair care formulations to help hair strands feel smooth and soft. They work by creating a thin film on the surface of the hair, which he...
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Surfactants
Surfactants are key ingredients in hair care products, such as shampoos, that help to clean and remove dirt, oil, and other impurities from the hair. Surfactants are compounds that...
guides
How to read ingredient labels on hair products.
Have you ever picked up a hair product and felt completely lost trying to decipher what's listed on the label? You're not alone! Understanding hair label ingredients can be overwhe...