This week marks the return of Trichotillomania Awareness Week – but what exactly is trichotillomania? Trichotillomania – also referred to as TTM or ‘trich’ – is a habitual psychological disorder which causes people to pull out their own hair. This can be from the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, chest, legs or other body parts, resulting in […]
Dry Shampoo: Friend Or Foe?
Posted onIn a recent survey, one in four women claimed they grab the trusty canister in the bathroom cupboard for an ultra-quick fix to refresh their hair. Dry shampoo is the ultimate saviour for many, but just how safe is it? Given the rat-raced society we live in, it’s no surprise that hair care solutions like […]
Preparing Your Hair For Autumn
Posted onAutumn is upon us. As the temperatures start to dip and the days become shorter, our brains and bodies react to the changing seasons in more ways than one. But what does that mean for our hair? When the cold weather hits, our skin tends to get dry and it’s the same case for our […]
Food For Thought: Fighting Hair Loss
Posted onHave you ever woken up to discover a tuft of hair on your pillow? For some men, it’s tantamount to their worst nightmare, so I’ve got some tips to help protect your locks and prevent your hair from falling out. Although losing up to 100 hairs a day is common for men of all ages, […]
Take Care, Don’t Burn Your Hair
Posted onWhether you require bi-monthly haircuts or use special products to protect your luscious locks, almost all females struggle with those dreaded split ends. So, what does it take to keep your hair intact? Velaterapia – more commonly known as ‘candle-cutting’ – is a Brazilian technique that was established in the 1960s. The process involves gliding […]
Fight The Frizz
Posted onAs the weather heats up it’s easy to forget it’s not just your skin you need to protect. But what does that mean for your carefully groomed and preserved hair? Whilst you’re soaking up the UV rays, or cooling off in the water, your hair is fighting a losing battle against heat and humidity. Exposure […]
Ascot Headpieces: A Painful Reminder
Posted onIt’s Ascot time of the year again and the media focus is strictly on headwear. The papers have been full with pictures of ladies wearing amazing creations, from Anoushka Lancaster’s fabulous, flowery, butterfly-filled creation, to Hernandez Talaj’s feathered spectacle. Of course, for most racegoers, part of the fun of wearing hats is about changing their […]
Beware Of The Fakers
Posted onLast week, the City of London Police issued a warning against potentially lethal hair and beauty products on sale to British consumers. Whilst it wasn’t the first we’ve heard of the dangers of counterfeit products, I was shocked to discover just how hazardous these items can be. Authorities warned that rats’ droppings, arsenic and even […]
Share A Coke With… Your Hair?
Posted onWhen names appeared on Coca-Cola bottles last year, people crowded the shelves in search of their own. From Claire and Jess, to Adam and Ben, an array of names were available. But, we failed to notice any that said ‘hair’. Not surprising really, who would share a coke with their hair?! An array of famous […]
Is Caffeine The Wake Up Call Your Hair Needs?
Posted onOne week we’re led to believe we need to be eating goji berries and flax seeds, and the next we should be having kale smoothies for breakfast, lunch and dinner. But, this week, it’s coffee that’s being hailed as the latest super food for hair. A recent study by the Kangbuk Samsung Hospital in Seoul, […]