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Andrea
Andrea is a busy mother of four who works full time, and puts everyone else first, ahead of herself. She is present to every child event, cooks, and does not want to miss a thing in her family’s life. She started to notice that her “drab” hair was expressing her exhaustion. Listen to her journey of self-love, hair transformation, and new beginnings.Watch Andrea
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Shawn
Shawn learns about his gifts to inspire others. Overcoming weight and relationship challenges, he just had to learn to make himself happy first. Listen to his powerful story of personal transformation, and how Mereltä played a part in his well-being and new beginnings.
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The Scalp: The Source of Hair
Just as a tree grows from its nourishing soil, so too, your hair grows from its source: the scalp. When you nourish the scalp, your hair transforms.
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Your Hair Speaks Volumes
When you connect with the source of your authentic self, you realize your power in so many ways. When you feel your best and look your best, you express the truest YOU.
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Anti-Aging for the Scalp
We’ve discovered special algae and developed the technology to create a healing anti-aging scalp treatment that reawakens the roots, regenerates ageless, shimmering hair, and restores the harmony of who you are – from the inside out.
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Root Renewal serum, our algae-based anti-aging treatment for the scalp, is a breakthrough discovery that transforms limp, fragile, thin, and shedding hair into thicker, more voluminous hair with body and flow.
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Get Beautiful Hair by Protecting Your Scalp this Summer
Scalp care becomes even more important in the summer when the warm weather and the time spent outside put your scalp (and, by extension, your hair) at greater risk for damage. In this article, we’ll cover the most important scalp protection steps you should take this summer to see gorgeous and thicker hair. Why Scalp Care In The Summer Is Important Before we dive into our scalp care tips, let’s talk first about why scalp protection is important. Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. Your scalp is made of skin, just like the rest of your body. And just like the skin on the rest of your body, the skin on your scalp needs protection and care. If you ignore your scalp, you risk damaging the hair follicles that grow from your scalp. Just like a plant, hair needs a healthy environment to grow. If your scalp is too dry, you may experience side effects like flakes. If your scalp is clogged, inflamed or has a buildup of dead skin cells, you may experience shedding and even hair loss It’s important to take care of your scalp by keeping it clean, hydrated, and balanced. In the summer, scalp care is even more pressing. The skin on your scalp can be damaged by the sun and heat. Your scalp is physically the closest part of your body to the sun. If you don’t take measures to protect your scalp, you can experience sunburns that may: Cause pain and irritation Cause flakes Damage your hair, and your hair growth Put you at greater risk for cancer and other diseases Below, see a few tips that can help you keep your hair and skin safe and looking good. Summer Scalp Care Tips #1: Improve Hair Routine With a Leave-In Scalp Treatment A well-kept scalp lays a strong foundation for healthy hair growth. The scalp’s condition plays a significant role in the hair’s growth and appearance. A healthy scalp can be the primary driver of hair volume, shininess, elasticity, and length. Care for the scalp is just as important to vital, healthy, and shiny hair, as is flossing to healthy teeth, and vitamins to general health and vitality. All over the world head spas are growing fast as means toward better hair. More and more people add scalp care to a routine that results in full-bodied hair. Here’s the not-so-secret formula to thick, and luscious hair: shampoo + conditioner + leave-in scalp treatment= Strong and Thick hair A good leave-in treatment is like the anti-aging cream you use in combination with your moisturizer. Good cleansers and moisturizers are essential to keeping your skin healthy and firm. But it’s the anti-aging cream that gives your skin that youthful extra boost and dewy glow. A nurtured scalp with healthy strong hair follicles, grows beautiful hair that makes you look like yourself-- just ten years younger. If you haven’t already, you should add in a leave-in scalp treatment as an essential part of your hair care routine. An example of plant-based, drug-free and safe leave-in scalp treatment is Root Renewal serum from Mereltä. Mereltä Root Renewal serum supports the scalp with a unique complex of algae, encouraging thicker, healthier hair with more volume, improved texture and renewed softness. #2: Wear Sunblock If you’re spending time in the sun, you need to wear sunblock. But don’t cover your body in sunblock and skip your scalp! It’s just as important to protect your scalp and hair from the sun as it is to protect your legs, face, and arms. Fortunately, there are many products that can help you keep your hair safe. We recommend shopping for a specialty hair and scalp sunscreen. These products are specifically designed to protect your hair and your scalp from the sun. They are safe to use on your tresses and protect your scalp from the sun. Invest in a hair and scalp sunscreen to stay safe while enjoying the warm weather. #3: Wear a Hat We also recommend wearing a hat outdoors if you can, particularly if you’re going to spend extended time in the sun. There are tons of fun and functional hat designs that can keep you cool and safe, regardless of your summer activity. Wearing a hat is good for your scalp, your hair, and your face. Hats will keep you safe from the sun’s rays and reduce the risk of sunburns or sun poisoning. Wearing a hat can help protect your scalp from the sun’s harmful rays in the summer. #4: Look for Shade If you plan to spend all day outside, make sure you look for shade to rest and protect your scalp (and the rest of your skin). If you’re headed to the beach, bring an umbrella that you can relax under in between sessions in the water. If you’re having a picnic, look for a tree that can provide some welcome coolness. If you’re playing a sport, make sure there’s somewhere shaded nearby where you can cool off. #5: Stay Hydrated Hydration is even more important in the summer than it is the rest of the year. It’s easy to overheat in the summer, even from simple activities like walking or lying in the sun. Your body needs hydration to perform optimally. If you’re dehydrated, you may feel sick. You’ll also experience adverse side effects for your skin, including the skin on your scalp. If you’re spending time outside, make sure you bring plenty of water to drink. If you plan on doing a strenuous activity, like hiking, running, biking, or another type of exercise, consider adding a supplement to your water to help make up for electrolytes that you may need to feel your best. #6: Condition Your Hair The extreme weather in the summer can negatively affect your scalp and the quality of your hair. Heat, humidity, and dryness can all cause the skin of your scalp to become irritated and inflamed. If you swim a lot, the chlorine in your pool or the salt from the ocean can also affect your scalp (and also your hair). You’ll need to practice daily protection and nurturing of scalp to avoid flakes, limp and thinning hair without luster. You may need to use more conditioner than normal during the summer to protect your scalp. If you decide to improve your daily hair care formula and add a leave-in scalp treatment you will ensure protection of your scalp and hair. Using a scalp treatment like Mereltä can help prevent and reverse the stress caused to your scalp by the sun’s harsh UV rays. Scalp Protection In the Summer For Healthy Hair Growth As summer approaches, you may consider experimenting with a hair care formula (shampoo + conditioner+ leave-in scalp treatment) that gives you healthy, and silky hair. It’s even more important to practice proper scalp care in the summer than it is during the rest of the year. Start with a few small steps to keep your scalp safe and your hair healthy. You can enjoy both summer outings and thicker, shinier hair.
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African American Hair Care Tips To Longer Hair
It is true that many African American men and women struggle to grow strong, healthy hair. Even though breakage is common, there are some things you can do, and products you can use to help you get and keep your hair strong and healthy. In this article, we’ll examine some of the hair growth methods. African American Hair Care: How to Grow Your Hair There are many things you can do to protect black hair and help it grow thicker and healthier. Here are some of the most effective steps you should take to care for your hair: #1: Moisturize! Moisturize! Moisturize! There are several different types of black hair. Each hair type has its own unique needs. However, most African American hair does tend to be dry. The drier your hair, the more likely it is to break off. To help your hair grow, you want to keep it moisturized. When you shampoo your hair, the product cleans your hair. But the cleaning process also strips away oils that keep your hair hydrated. After shampooing, make sure you add moisture back to your hair and scalp to prevent damage and breakage. You should condition your hair every time you shampoo. Also, you should do deep conditioning treatments regularly. Depending on your hair type, you may choose to do deep conditioning treatments once or twice a month. Shea products are important moisturizing options to add to your routine. You might also use products like argan oil or castor oil to help the appearance and feel of your hair. Find the ones that work for you. Choose those that do not weigh your hair down. #2: Use “Clean” Beauty Products Since black hair can be prone to dryness, it’s important to use products that are effective, and safe for you. When looking for the best hair care products, you should try to find clean products. “Clean” is an industry-standard term that refers to products that do not contain proven or suspected toxic ingredients, such as sulfates and parabens, among others. Try to AVOID both sulfates and parabens in your products. Many store-bought hair care products contain ingredients like sulfates and parabens, which can negatively affect your hair and health. Sulfates, for instance, create the lathering effect when you shampoo, yet they can be very harsh on your hair, causing it to dry out and break. Parabens are water-soluble chemicals that protect products from microbial and fungal infections. While preservatives are important to keep products safe longer, parabens may affect your health negatively. #3: Nourish Your Body… Yes, That’s Right, Your Body! If you are healthy overall, you will grow healthy hair. If you are exhausted or stressed, or if you suffer other medical conditions, you will see the effects in your hair as well. When you treat your body well, your hair will look good, too. Here’s what you can do to help your hair: Eat a healthy diet that’s full of vitamins and nutrients. Stay hydrated by drinking at least eight glasses of water per day. Get plenty of sleep. Experts recommend 7-9 hours of sleep per night. Manage your stress with activities like exercise and meditation. The more you nourish your body, the more you’ll nourish your hair. If you’ve noticed a change in your hair’s health, take a look at your lifestyle. There may be ways you can improve how you care for yourself that will help your hair, too. #4: Take Care of Your Scalp. It’s the Source of Hair Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. Your scalp is where your hair comes from: if it’s damaged, clogged or inflamed, your hair will stop growing. Taking care of your scalp is just as important as taking care of the skin on the rest of your body. Here are some of the issues that can negatively affect the scalp: Dryness: Your scalp can experience dryness, just like the skin on your body. This may cause your hair to break. Keep your scalp moisturized Product/oil buildup: Products, oil, and dead skin cells can build up on your scalp, preventing hair from growing. When you shampoo, make sure to massage the scalp to help wash those culprits down the drain Stress: Stress produces free radicals which can damage your scalp cells. Free radicals can affect your hair before it emerges from your scalp, causing thinning and premature balding. There are many issues that can affect your scalp and, as such, your hair growth. Exfoliate, nurture and moisturize your scalp once a month. Fortunately, Mereltä, a once-a-day weightless serum, can help improve your scalp health, leading to healthier, thicker hair. Let’s take a look at how Mereltä helped improve hair growth for Aneetrai: Case Study: Aneetrai’s Hair Growth Success Aneetrai first started using Root Renewal serum, Mereltä’s scalp treatment, to address serious hair loss at the edges and hairline. Before using Mereltä’s Root Renewal serum, Aneetrai's hair loss was so pronounced that she even considered surgery. With little hair growth, she could not pull her hair back into braids. Also, she was seeing constant breakage which stopped hair growth. After doing her research, Aneetrai decided to start with Mereltä instead. Mereltä’s Root Renewal is a plant-based, safe, topical scalp treatment that promotes hair growth. Aneetrai promised herself to be patient and diligent in applying Root Renewal serum daily for several months. Even if it took a while to enjoy new hair growth, Aneetrai kept at it. The results of this scalp treatment were astounding to her, and now, Aneetrai enjoys peace of mind and healthier, thicker hair. Her hair has grown to the point that she can pull it back into braids with the rest of her hair. “Mereltä is a genie in a bottle. It works like a charm.” Aneetrai Black Hair Growth: Final Thoughts To achieve hair growth, you should: Keep your hair moisturized Use clean beauty products. Nourish your body from the inside out Take good care of your scalp If you are experiencing thinning hair, hair loss, or fragile hair, Mereltä can help. A clean and safe hair growth product, Mereltä has helped black women's hair and women's tightly coiled hair to regrow. Try it today!
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Top 6 Ways to Grow Thicker and Fuller Hair
Do you wish your hair was thicker and fuller? You’re not alone. For many people, thick, full hair is a symbol of youth and health. As we get older and experience sickness or stress, our hair can get thinner and more prone to breakage. It’s natural to want to return our hair to its strong, vital state. While growing thicker hair might seem impossible, particularly if we’ve faced a lot of hair loss in recent history, there are steps we can take to improve hair. In this article, we’ll highlight six ways to grow thicker, fuller hair that we can be proud of. #1: Get a Haircut It may seem contradictory to suggest a cut for you to have longer hair-- why would you cut your hair if you want it to grow thicker? Wouldn’t a haircut just get rid of your hair and make it thinner? However, a haircut can improve the appearance of your hair greatly. As your hair grows longer, it grows heavier. That means it might fall flatter against your head as the strands weigh it down. Similarly, long hair can be more prone to breakage and dryness. This damage will make your hair look brittle. By getting a haircut, you can remove the dead, broken ends, and eliminate some of the weight that is making your hair lie flatly against your head. The result? Thicker, fuller hair that looks healthy and vivacious. #2: Eat a Balanced Diet Just as your diet affects your skin, it affects your hair, too. If you eat a diet that’s full of unhealthy, oily foods, your hair will look fragile and flat. That’s because unhealthy foods lack the nutrients that your hair needs in order to thrive. If your hair seems to lack its usual luster, consider changing your diet. You want to make sure you’re consuming proper nutrients, vitamins and minerals. The following foods help promote hair growth: Eggs: Eggs have protein and biotin, which can help your hair grow strong. Berries: Berries have vitamins and antioxidants to promote hair growth. Fatty fish: Fatty fish like salmon is an excellent source of omega-3, which helps reduce hair loss. Spinach: Spinach contains nutrients like folate, iron, and Vitamin C, which are all great for your skin and hair. Sweet potatoes: Sweet potatoes contain beta-carotene, which converts into Vitamin A to promote healthy hair. None of us can change our age or genetics. But we can change our diet. If you’re frustrated with how your hair appears, try making some dietary switches to improve your overall hair’s health. #3: Take Care of Your Scalp Many people overlook the fact that good hair starts with a healthy scalp. After all, your scalp is the source from which your hair grows. If it’s oily, unhealthy, or clogged, your hair doesn’t stand a chance to grow. Your scalp is skin, and skin needs proper care. Because we don’t see our scalp, we don’t think about it, and do not realize how important scalp care is to hair growth. Here are some factors that can negatively affect the scalp: Product buildup: If you don’t exfoliate or scrub your scalp from time to time, hair product residue can build up, making it impossible for hair to grow healthily. Oil buildup: The scalp naturally produces oils that are essential for hair growth and vitality. However, too much oil can affect the hair’s appearance. You need to keep your scalp clean and hydrated for your hair to grow strong. Skin damage: Oxidative stress affects your scalp just as it affects the skin on the rest of face. Stress males the scalp less flexible, and drier. If this happens, your scalp will experience stress and inflammation that can negatively impact your hair growth. You can improve your scalp health in a number of ways. For instance, scalp massages are a great tool for stimulating blood flow and addressing oil and product buildup. You can also use clean scalp and hair products to improve your scalp health. A hair growth serum like Mereltä’s Root Renewal can help re-balance your scalp and provide the needed environment for growth of thicker, and fuller hair. #4: Change Up Your Washing Routine It’s possible that you can over or under wash your hair, leading to a flat, lifeless appearance. Everyone’s hair is different: some people’s hair needs washing every day; other people’s hair can go days between washes. Typically, if your hair is fine, you’ll need to wash it more frequently. If you go longer in between washes, your hair may build up too much oil, looking slick and limp instead of thick and full. If you have thicker hair, washing it often can cause dryness and breakage. Your hair may need more of a break between washes to allow your scalp’s natural, healthy oils to accumulate. How frequently you wash your hair (and which products you’ll use) depends on your genetics, location, and lifestyle. But, if you’ve noticed that your hair is less healthy and thinner than normal, it’s worth taking a look at your washing routine. You may need to change it. Heat can damage your hair, making it harder to grow thicker, fuller hair. #5: Adjust When You Use Your Brush Brushing your hair at the wrong time and with the wrong tools can cause your hair to break. When you get out of the shower, you should use a wide toothed comb to untangle your hair, rather than a brush. Combs are gentler on your hair and can help remove those pesky knots without damaging your hair when. And very important: don’t comb wet hair! Limit your brushing to when your hair is dry and able to handle more stress. #6: Lay Off the Heat It should come as no surprise that heat can seriously damage your hair. If you are using hot tools like a blow dryer and curling iron on your hair every day, you will likely see some breakage and dryness. Heat damages your hair, making it more prone to breaking or split ends. If you use heat to style your hair consider the following steps to improve hair health: Skip a day between styling: Don’t use heat on your hair every day. Style your hair one day, then use a dry shampoo or put your hair up instead of washing and using heat again. Use heat protecting products: These products can help keep your hair safe from some of the damage caused by heat. Protect your scalp: Heat can damage your scalp, too, causing dryness and stress that may impact hair growth. Using a serum like Mereltä’s Root Renewal will restore needed moisture to your scalp. Final Thoughts: How to Grow Thicker, Fuller Hair If you have flat hair or lifeless hair, you may feel frustrated and self-conscious. But you can take steps to thicken your hair. By following a proper diet, limiting the amount of heat you use to style your hair, and taking good care of your scalp, you can grow thicker, fuller hair that makes you feel confident and proud.
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Why Clean Hair Products are Essential for Healthy Hair
Clean hair products? Natural hair care products? Organic hair products? What’s the difference? And is that difference important? We break it down in this article. There are thousands of hair care products out there. So many, in fact, that it’s difficult to know which you should use. Should you go for an expensive product? A budget-friendly option? What about natural hair care products? Are those different than organic hair products? And if so, which should you use? In this article, we’re breaking it all down. We’ll explain what natural hair care products are, what organic hair products are, and why they matter for the health and appearance of your hair. Should I Use Clean Hair Products? Let’s start with the basics: should you care about the ingredients in your hair care products? In a word: yes. Just the same way you care about the products you use on your skin or the food you eat, you should care about the products you use on your hair. The ingredients in these products can have a big effect on your hair’s health, which can, in turn, have a big effect on your hair’s appearance and, in your confidence in your appearance. Unfortunately, many hair care products contain ingredients that aren’t very good for your hair. These ingredients may perform a specific task well, but, ultimately, they’ll hurt your hair and risk breakage, thinning, and other undesirable effects. Now, the specific ingredients that are good for your hair may vary from product to product, depending on the product’s goals. A conditioner, for instance, will have different ingredients than a shampoo. But, there are some ingredients that you should avoid in any product, no matter what its purpose. Let’s take a look at the ingredients that are bad for you. What Are Sulfates? Are Sulfates Bad For Your Hair? You know how your shampoo turns to foam when you mix it with water in the shower or bath? For many shampoos, that state change is because of sulfates. Sulfates are the ingredients that help shampoo mix with water. They create that pleasant, foaming sensation that makes your hair feel nice and squeaky clean. From one perspective, they do their job. They help your shampoo effectively remove oil, dirt, and dead skin from your hair. They make your shampoo better at cleaning your hair. But from another perspective, sulfates are actually bad for your hair. Sulfates, particularly in high concentrations, are so effective that they can cause damage to your scalp and hair. They are such good cleaners that they strip away the proteins and oils that your scalp and hair need to thrive. Without these proteins and oils, your hair becomes weak and more prone to breakage and damage. Sulfates can also cause a painful skin condition called contact dermatitis, which is a red, itchy rash caused by an allergic reaction to a substance. What Are Parabens? Are Parabens Bad For Your Hair? Another common hair care ingredient is parabens. Parabens are synthetic (man made) chemicals that help preserve products. They were first added to health and beauty products in the 1950s to help extend shelf-life. Parabens stop mold and bacteria from growing in beauty products. That sounds like a good thing, right? Well, just like sulfates, parabens come with a cost. They are good at preserving shelf-life, yes, but they also can penetrate the skin and disrupt hormone function. Because we often use them in our hair and beauty products, parabens can be absorbed through the skin and enter our bloodstream, affecting our reproductive systems. Some studies have linked parabens to breast cancer, infertility, and problems with the menstrual cycle. Hair Care Ingredients to Avoid There are a lot of dangerous beauty products out there. Here’s a short list of common hair care ingredients you should avoid due to their potential negative effects: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) Methylparaben Ethylparaben Propylparaben Sulfates cause your shampoo to lather. They can also have harmful side effects. Clean Hair Products: How They Can Help We’ve seen that many common ingredients in shampoos and conditioners can actually have a negative effect on our hair and our health. That’s where clean hair products come in. They are made without dangerous ingredients like sulfates and parabens. These products are specially formulated to be efficient, to clean the hair, and to protect from bacteria just without the negative side effects. Clean Hair Products vs Natural Hair Care Products vs Organic Hair Products: What’s the Difference? When it comes to buying products that are good for your hair and your health, there are a lot of terms floating around. You might be wondering, “What are natural hair care products? What are organic hair products? What are the differences between these types of products?” Let’s break that down: Clean hair products: “Clean” is an industry-standard term that refers to products that don’t use dangerous chemicals like sulfates and parabens. Organic hair products: The term “organic” is regulated by the USDA. For something to be labelled as organic (whether that’s your food or your shampoo), it needs to be grown without use of pesticides, chemicals, artificial fertilizers, and more. Something that’s labeled as 100% organic must contain at least 95% certified organic ingredients. Something that’s labeled as “made with organic ingredients” must contain at least 70% certified organic ingredients. Natural hair care products: The term “natural” is less regulated. Technically, harmful substances like arsenic and petroleum are natural. To keep us safe, the Natural Products Association requires that certified natural products avoid ingredients with health risks. As you learn more about them, these terms will make sense next time you encounter them at your local pharmacy or beauty store. Clean Hair Products: Final Thoughts So, when it comes down to it, what matters for your hair and your health? The products you use on your hair matter. If they contain dangerous ingredients, you may experience unwanted side effects, that range from irritation, to hair loss and t possibly, cancer. Ultimately, you’ll want to choose clean hair products that lack dangerous ingredients like sulfates and parabens. Products with natural or organic ingredients may still contain these chemicals. Make the safe choice for your hair and go clean. One example of clean products is Mereltä’s Root Renewal serum, a topical, plant-based scalp treatment that nurtures your scalp and promotes growth of healthier hair.
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Why We Need a Healthy Scalp to Have Healthy Hair
When you have healthy, vibrant hair, you’re more likely to feel confident and strong. But to get healthy hair, you need to have a healthy scalp. Many problems or insecurities about your hair stem from the scalp. By engaging in proper scalp care, you can have strong, healthier hair. In this article, we’ll outline proper scalp treatment so you can get the hair of your dreams. Scalp Health Affects Hair Health Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. Think of your scalp as the soil from which a plant grows. If the soil is unhealthy, the plant will be unhealthy, too. Your hair grows from your scalp, so when you nourish your scalp, your hair transforms. Scalp care is absolutely essential for healthy hair. Because we don’t see it often, we forget the scalp is actually skin. And just like the skin on our faces, hands, and bodies, the skin on our scalp needs proper treatment. When you don’t practice proper scalp care, your scalp can accumulate oil, dead skin, or product residue near the hair follicles. If your hair follicles are blocked in any way, that will impact your hair’s growth. Hair grown from clogged hair follicles is often thinner and more prone to breaking. If, on the other hand, you practice good scalp treatment, your hair will grow strong and healthy. 5 Ways to Create a Healthy Scalp Fortunately, there are many ways to practice good scalp care and thus improve the health and vibrancy of your hair. Here are five ways to improve your scalp’s health. #1: Eat a Balanced Diet Diet has a significant impact on scalp health. Just like the skin on your body, your scalp needs nutrients to thrive. By eating a balanced diet, full of healthy foods, you give your scalp the nurturing it needs. Protein is important for healthy hair. Pick protein sources that contain additional nutrients, like zinc, iron, and Vitamin B, for the best benefits to your scalp. Examples of good protein sources for a healthy scalp include eggs, salmon, beans, and chicken. You also need vitamins for a healthy scalp and hair. Vitamins A and C are particularly important for scalp health. You can get your daily dose of these nutrients by eating foods like blueberries, carrots, peppers, and dark, leafy vegetables. If you struggle getting enough nutrients in through your diet alone, daily multivitamins help. However, it’s always best for your scalp's health to try to get as many nutrients as possible from the food you eat. #2: Gently Exfoliate Your Scalp Once a Week If you don’t keep your scalp clean, it can become overloaded with oil, dust, dead skin, and more. This buildup can impact your hair growth. By gently exfoliating your scalp once a week, you can help clear out the buildup and give your hair support to grow. Look for an exfoliating product that has a small, fine texture, like an exfoliating face wash. Rub it gently across your scalp using your fingers, then rinse off. Use care when exfoliating your scalp, just as you would when exfoliating your face. You don’t want to rub to aggressively and risk injuring your scalp. Protect your scalp health by wearing a hat in the sun. #3: Keep Your Scalp Moisturized Like the skin of your face, your scalp can get too dry. Typically, dry scalp occurs from overusing products that strip your hair’s natural oils. These oils keep your scalp nice and moisturized. If you wash your hair too often or with shampoos that are too harsh, you can damage your hair and scalp. There is such a thing as over-washing your hair. To make sure you’re not doing more harm to your hair than good, use a gentle shampoo with safe ingredients. Different hair textures require different amounts of washing. For instance, some thicker, curlier hair can go for days between washes, while finer hair might get oily quicker. If your hair starts getting brittle or feeling like straw, consider changing your products and/or your washing routine. #4: Protect Your Scalp From the Sun Your scalp is made of skin, just like the rest of your body. And just like the rest of your body, that skin is sensitive and prone to damage from the sun. If you don’t take care to protect your scalp, you can experience painful burns which, among other consequences, can damage the scalp and inhibit hair growth. Protect your scalp from the sun. Wear a hat or a scarf if you will be out in the sun for a long time. Depending on your hair’s thickness, you may also want to apply a safe sunscreen to your scalp. #5: Use a Proven Scalp Treatment Just like the skin on the rest of your body, the skin on your scalp changes as you age. By using a safe and efficient scalp treatment, you can reverse the aging process and renew the skin on your scalp, leading to hair growth. Mereltä’s scientifically formulated Root Renewal serum offers proven scalp and hair results. Root Renewal’s plant-based formula helps you achieve a healthy scalp by clearing it of buildup, balancing, and protecting it from oxidative stress. A healthy scalp promotes healthy and thicker hair. Not all scalp treatments are created equal: you want to invest in a tested product to ensure the best results for your hair. Mereltä’s formula is dermatologist-tested proven to restore hair and scalp health, making it a safe choice. Scalp Care: Final Thoughts Scalp care is an essential part of hair care. If you want strong, healthy hair, you need to have a strong, healthy scalp. Your scalp is made of skin just like the rest of your body. The skin requires proper consistent care. By nourishing your scalp with nutrient-dense food and safe products, as well as keeping it protected from sun damage, you can improve your scalp’s health and, consequently, improve the health of your hair, too. Care for your scalp with Mereltä Root Renewal serum!
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The Easiest Ways to Treat Your Dry Scalp
Is your scalp itchy? Do you notice flakes on your shoulders or, if you have darker hair, on your hair itself? If so, you may have a dry scalp. Your scalp is made of skin, just like the rest of your body. And just like the skin on the rest of your body, the skin on your scalp can become dry. When your scalp is too dry, you may experience negative side effects like irritation, dandruff, and hair loss. In this article, we’ll cover the most common dry scalp causes as well as the best dry scalp treatments to restore your scalp and hair. What Are the Signs of Dry Scalp? If you see flakes in your hair or on your clothes, you might think that you have dandruff. However, the problem could actually be that you have a dry scalp. Many of the signs are the same, but the cause (and the treatment) is different. Let’s examine the signs of dry scalp. Dry scalp happens when, well, your scalp is too dry. When your scalp gets too dry, it can become irritated and flake off. Dry scalp flakes are different than dandruff, though. While dandruff flakes are large and oily, dry scalp flakes are much smaller and not oily. Another important sign of dry scalp is dry skin elsewhere on your body. Dry scalp can be caused by changes in weather and humidity (more on that later) which can affect all your skin, not just the skin on your scalp. The irritation caused by dandruff, on the other hand, is limited to your scalp. Three Dry Scalp Causes So you’ve examined your hair and determined that you have dry scalp, not dandruff. What’s next? Well, to treat dry scalp, it helps to know what caused it in the first place. Here are three of the most common dry scalp causes. #1: Weather Changes When the weather is cold, the humidity in the air drops. This change in humidity will dry out the skin all over your body. If you live in a cold climate, you’ve likely noticed this effect on your hands. The drier air causes your skin to tighten and crack. Even though you can’t see it, the skin on your scalp undergoes the same effects. #2: Too Much Hair Washing Another common dry scalp cause is over-washing your hair. When you wash your hair, you strip it of the natural oils that keep your hair and scalp healthy. If you wash your hair too frequently, you can dry out both your hair and your scalp, causing your hair to become brittle and break. #3: Harsh Hair Products Washing your hair too much can cause dry scalp. So can washing your hair with the wrong products. In fact, using harsh products of any kind on your hair can cause dry scalp. Some hair products cause dry scalp because they strip your hair of needed oil. Others may cause dry scalp because you have an allergic reaction. Contact dermatitis is an allergic reaction that happens when you use certain products in your hair. If you’ve recently switched hair products and notice an increase in dry flakes, the new product might be to blame. Four Proven Dry Scalp Treatments Fortunately, there are many successful dry scalp treatments. With some diligence and the right products, you can keep your scalp and hair healthy. #1: Water One of the best dry scalp treatments is also the most readily available: water. You’ve likely heard that staying hydrated is important for the skin on your body and face. It’s just as important for the skin on your head, too. If you’re dehydrated, your skin may become dry and cracked. When your scalp becomes dry and cracked, you’ll start to see small, white flakes. The solution is simple: drink more water. Experts recommend drinking between six to eight glasses per day to stay hydrated. If you struggle with remembering to drink water, get a bottle that you can carry around easily and bring it everywhere you go. Your hair and skin will thank you! #2: Do A Scalp Massage A scalp massage can help increase blood flow to your scalp, which in turn promotes oil production and hair growth. You can do a scalp massage with just your clean hands or you can use a tool like a boar bristle brush. To give yourself a massage using your fingers, rub your fingers in a gentle, circular motion over your scalp while using shampoo or applying another kind of treatment, like hair oil. Using a boar bristle brush can also massage your scalp. Boar bristle brushes have special bristles that can carry the natural oils on your scalp through the rest of your hair. This process helps redistribute oil throughout your scalp and hair. #3: Change Up Your Diet If you don’t have a healthy diet, your skin can suffer. By changing up your diet to focus on whole, nutrient-rich foods, you can help fix your dry scalp. Here are some foods you should focus on as dry scalp treatment: Omega-3 fatty acids: Omega-3 deficiency can lead to poor blood circulation, which can cause dry scalp. Vitamin A: Vitamin A supports the health of skin cells. By including more Vitamin A in your diet, you can improve your dry scalp. Certain foods have a negative effect of your skin. Sugar, in particular, can exacerbate dry scalp. #4: Use Better Products Certain products can contribute to dry scalp, while other products can help alleviate it. Not all hair care products are created equal. Products with harsh, detergent-like ingredients or formulas that have not been tested can be dangerous for your skin and cause dry scalp. Look for products with gentle formulas that are specially made for dry hair. Opt out of harsh dyes or colors that can stress your hair. Supplementing your gentle shampoo and conditioner with a scalp treatment can help moisturize and rejuvenate your scalp. Products like Mereltä’s Root Renewal serum are scientifically formulated to help treat and overcome dry scalp. Dry Scalp Causes: Final Thoughts Dry scalp flakes are different than dandruff flakes. Dry scalp flakes happen when your scalp doesn’t have the moisture it needs. You can give your scalp the moisture it needs by: Making sure you get plenty of water Doing a scalp massage Eating plenty of nutrient-dense foods Using high quality products designed to help dry scalp If you follow these dry scalp suggestions, your scalp and hair will become stronger and healthier. For a topical, plant-based scalp treatment that nurtures your scalp and promotes growth of healthier hair, you may want to try Mereltä’s Root Renewal serum.
