The allure of lustrous hair has tantalised humans since the dawn of time, its presence signalling rude health, fecundity and at times, even wealth and political status. Alas, only a minority of us manage to sprout and maintain such magnificence, while hormonal changes, stress, pollution, nutrition deficiency, product build-up, excessive silicone + sulphate exposure and illness can all wreak havoc with our strands.
‘The scalp provides the necessary nutrients and oxygen that are essential for healthy hair growth,’ explains New York trichologist and founder of Act+Acre, Helen Reavey. ‘If it is unhealthy it can lead to hair loss, dandruff and dryness. On the flip side a healthy scalp prevents hair loss by providing the follicles with the necessary nutrients for growth. Additionally, healthy heads produce sebum, which keeps them moisturised, while a dry scalp can weaken hair and cause it to break.’
