Scalp and Hair Health

Scalp and Hair

Hair and scalp conditions such as dandruff, acne, hair falls may depend on several factors such as genetics, hygiene, illness, smoking, alcohol, diets, etc.  Although the genetic factor is uncontrollable, other lifestyle factors can be altered to help alleviate the symptoms.  Ingredients in your hair products can also contribute to aggregate and worsen the symptoms as well.  The scalp is basically one of the most absorbent parts of your body and also one of the most sensitive areas.  Therefore, whatever you put on your scalp, styling products, hair dye, treatments, a part of it also gets into your body.  The connection of a good health is reflected in the health of your scalp.  Some people maybe sensitive to the chemical ingredients in hair products than others.  Therefore, if you are suffering from hair and scalp problems, you may need to carefully monitor not only your lifestyle, but also the hair products you are using.  

The Ultimate Hair Treatment Duo: Bergamot x Butterfly Pea

Bergamot Shampoo - Bergamot or Kaffir lime is widely used as essential oil in aromatherapy.  Also, it is used for scalp treatment as it contains antiseptic properties which is used for combatting psoriasis, itchy scalp and dandruff.  Bergamot oil provides extra shine and protection to hair cuticle without leaving behind oily residue.  We are testing out our latest addition to the line, Bergamot shampoo extracted with its natural oil and PULP! Just to make sure we get to keep as much of the essential nutrients and their integrity as possible.  Bergamot shampoo works well for all hair type especially those who suffer from acne, itch, dandruff and hair fall.  Since it does not contain any added chemical agent, it does not foam as much during wash.  The trick is to massage the bergamot pulp onto the scalp and leave on for 2-3 minutes during the shower.  Afterwards, my hair and scalp are left feeling more cleaned, refreshed and easier to style between each wash.
I've used both bergamot pulp shampoo with every wash for over 3 weeks now.  I have very oily scalp, and with the shampoo, it really conditions your scalp without stripping out all the sebum, causing it to dry and flake out.  I definitely noticed the shine and silky texture after continuous use without any help of other additional hair styling products.

After one week 

After 3 weeks (Disregard my drunk face, look at how shiny my hair is!)

On to the next one, the yin to the yang.

Butterfly Pea Conditioner - Butterfly Pea (aka Clitoria Ternatea) is a native flower in Thailand called ดอกอัญชัญ (dok Anchan).  It is widely used for food colouring, cooking, and as hair treatment.  Traditionally, Butterfly Pea extracts were rubbedon eyebrows and hair as it was believe to have pigment darkening effect.  Today, Butterfly pea is widely used in Thailand as hair wash and as natural alternative to hair dye.   Studies have shown the flower to be a rich source of anthocyanin - a polyphenol anti-oxidant also found in red grapes, making it much more beneficial to consume as well to apply topically.  In Thailand, Butterfly Pea juice not only gives out a beautiful blue colour and definitely satisfies your thirsts, but also jam-packed with nutrients and antioxidants.  

Delicious fresh butterfly pea juice

Butterfly Pea conditioner has the necessary proteins to nourish hair follicles, promoting hair growth, and leaving strands soft and glossy.  It is rich in pigment but will not stain bathroom floors.  Butterfly pea hair products, especially as natural hair dyes, are popular use in Thailand but is gaining popularity around Asia and Middle East.  

Gentle formulas and chemical preservatives free, these shampoo and conditioner are non irritating and perfect for all hair types.  Natural, exotic, effective, safe - your hair and scalp will be thankful.

Egg for skin and hair care: my testimonial

Egg is a common ingredient for natural skin and hair care.  It works well on oily skin as the egg white absorbs oil and reduce pores, treating minor acne and firms up skin.   Also, the yolk is used to condition and moisturizes the skin.  After talking to a dermatologist, he doesn't recommend egg mask for everybody.  Due to its protein content, egg not recommended with people who are prone for breakouts or have sensitive skin as the enzymes can aggravate and irritate skin.   After careful consideration, I put the egg to the test, separating the white and the yolk.  After a quick whisk, I massaged the egg white all over the face particularly in the t-zone area.   While wearing the mask, I definitely felt my skin tightened as the egg dries.  After 10 minutes I washed off the mask and my skin felt slightly more firm.  I will use this maybe once every 2 weeks since it does a good job absorbing oil and drying out minor acne.

As for hair care, it is quite well-known that using egg as hair mask will soften and adds shine to hair.  I wonder how accurate it would be, so I decided to go with quite a basic hair mask recipe.  After trying it, I definitely recommend this to all those who have dry and limp hair.  After conditioning my hair with egg mixture, I washed it off with coconut shampoo.  The result? Extremely soft, smooth, and silky hair. I am not more impressed with this treatment, I absolutely LOVE it!!

Egg Hair Mask Recipe

1 beaten egg
1 tbsp. honey
1 tbsp. of virgin coconut oil or olive oil

Mix all the ingredients together.  Massage the scalp to stimulate blood flow, make sure you work mixture into the strands, and leave for 5 minutes.  Rinse and shampoo.  Do this twice a week and I guarantee you will have soft and silky smooth hair!