Every now and then we come across an ingredient that makes us stop mid-formulation and say: "Where have you been all our lives?"Moringa oil is one of those.Pressed from the seeds of the Moringa oleifera tree, a rather magnificent plant that's been called "The Miracle Tree" because almost every part of it has been used for nourishment or healing, this golden, nutrient-dense oil has been treasured for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic and African herbal medicine.But here's the part … [Read more...] about Moringa Oil: The “Miracle Tree” Ingredient Supporting Stronger, Healthier Hair
Shampoo Bars
Six reasons why Aussies are giving bottled shampoo the flick
There’s a boom in the popularity of shampoo and conditioner bars in Australia, so why all the fuss over these no-nonsense alternatives to bottled shampoo? 1. Shampoo bars eliminate single use plastics Most people get through about 250 bottles of shampoo in their lifetime – and that’s not counting conditioner, body wash and other plastic-y bathroom staples.Times that by everyone in the world who likes being clean and you get this floating pile of crap.Shampoo and conditioner bars … [Read more...] about Six reasons why Aussies are giving bottled shampoo the flick
The Cold Hard Facts About Hard Water (And How To Stop The Carnage)
From plumbers and home economists to epidemiologists and dermatologists, experts have one message about the effects of hard water: watch out!Hard water is tough on dishes and fabrics, causes build up and damage to your pipes, and may contribute to a number of serious diseases. It’s also really bad for your hair and skin. Grungy Dishes and Heavy Metal Hair The term “hard water” means that your water supply has a high mineral content. It’s formed when water rises up (“percolates”) through … [Read more...] about The Cold Hard Facts About Hard Water (And How To Stop The Carnage)
The invisible imbalance that can wreck your hair (and how to correct it)
Have you ever wondered why some shampoos make your hair soft and shiny while others make it scary?Do you look at peoples’ perfect manes and feel silent rage because nothing you do seems to calm the frizzies?Do you battle brittle strands, boofy curls, an itchy scalp, dandruff, greasiness, brassiness, hair loss, tangles and generally hard-to-manage hair?There’s actually a pretty simple explanation that, for some mysterious reason, isn’t often talked about.It’s called pH.PH is … [Read more...] about The invisible imbalance that can wreck your hair (and how to correct it)
