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Scalp & Follicle Disorders Explained: Causes, Symptoms, and Why They Affect Hair Growth If you’re dealing with itching, bumps, flakes, or unexplained hair loss, it’s not “just dandruff.” These are often signs of scalp and follicle disorders conditions that directly interfere with healthy hair growth. Understanding what’s happening on your scalp is the first step to fixing it. What Are Scalp & Hair Follicle Disorders? The scalp is skin, and hair follicles are where hair grows

When people discover that a single habit change helped restore their hair after years of being told it never would the next question is inevitable: “Why didn’t anyone tell me this before?” The answer isn’t incompetence. It’s scope, training, and methodology. Different professionals are trained to look at different layers of the same problem. What a research scientist sees is often invisible or irrelevant inside other fields. Let’s break this down clearly. Dermatologists: Trai

Silk Cynthesis™ Leave-In Conditioning Treatment Not a styling product. A synthesis. Silk Cynthesis™ is a treatment-level leave-in conditioning formula developed to support the hair’s surface integrity, moisture balance, and manageability across all porosities, textures, and hair types. Crafted through Cyn’s proprietary Cynthesis method, this formula unites silk peptides, pro-vitamin B5, and butterfly pea flower extract within a professional conditioning base to deliver softne

Why Hair Gets Weaker Over Time Fiber Fatigue, Mechanical Damage, and Why Ends Break First If your hair is breaking even when you moisturize, even when you “do everything right,” understand this: Hair doesn’t always break because it’s dry. Hair breaks because it’s fatigued. In hair science, this is called mechanical fatigue or fiber fatigue—the gradual weakening of a hair fiber from repeated stress over time. WHAT “FIBER FATIGUE” MEANS Fatigue isn’t a feeling. In materials sci

No. Across the U.S., cosmetology licenses are for beautification—not medicine. States either (a) explicitly forbid diagnosis/treatment or (b) limit services to non-medical cosmetic work and ban services on infected/inflamed skin/scalp. Examples: New York – “No appearance enhancement licensee shall be authorized to diagnose or treat diseases… of the skin, hair and nails.” California – Board Act/Regs make clear the license confers no authority to practice medicine and require..

All Chemical Hair Services Can Cause Damage If You’re Not Careful People love to single out relaxers as dangerous. But here’s the truth:...

Are your braids really protecting your hair—or are they causing more harm than good? We see it all the time: clients thinking braids...

If you’ve ever reached for the strongest box relaxer in the beauty supply store because you “just want it to work,” this one’s for you....

Salerm 21 B5 Silk Protein Leave-In Conditioner is a versatile hair treatment developed by Salerm Cosmetics over 20 years ago. It has become a leader in the professional hairdressing market, known for its ability to hydrate, protect, and condition hair.

Hey loves, it’s Cyn Doll, and today I’m about to break down all the so-called “hacks” that are supposed to give you that flawless,...

Protein Treatment for Hair Scientific Explanation: Protein treatments for hair involve the application of products that contain proteins...

What Are Lice? Lice are small, parasitic insects that live on the scalp and feed on human blood. The most common type affecting humans is...

Demodex folliculorum is a microscopic mite that naturally inhabits human hair follicles, particularly on the face and eyelashes. It is...

Benefits of Oregano Glycerite: 1. Antifungal Properties: Carvacrol and thymol can disrupt the cell membranes of yeast, effectively...

Unlocking the Secrets of Hair Health: Understanding Hygral Fatigue, Heat Styling Damage, and the Power of Leave-In Conditioners Welcome...

Understanding Hair Shaft Maceration: Causes and Solutions Are you experiencing dull, frizzy hair that seems prone to breakage? You might...

Ancient Roots: Mugwort, scientifically known as Artemisia vulgaris, traces its origins back through millennia, weaving its way through...

The human scalp is home to various microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi like yeast. On average, there can be dozens of different...

Ashwagandha has a rich history deeply rooted in traditional medicine, particularly in Ayurveda. While its precise origins are challenging...

The scientific name for chaga mushrooms is Inonotus obliquus. Chaga mushrooms have a long history of use, particularly in traditional...