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A Scalp Analysis Platform Is Solving Hair Concerns Large and Small—Here's Why You Should Book an Appointment
June 07, 2021
A Scalp Analysis Platform Is Solving Hair Concerns Large and Small—Here's Why You Should Book an Appointment
Finding and using products that work for your hair type, needs, and concerns is important…
By Tamara Pridgett
This Drugstore Alternative to Olaplex Helps Strengthen Hair in Just 6 Washes
June 02, 2021
This Drugstore Alternative to Olaplex Helps Strengthen Hair in Just 6 Washes
From DIY protein treatments to peptide masks, there are lots of options to try in…
By Francesca Krempa
How To Trim Your Own Hair at Home *Without* Having a Meltdown
May 20, 2021
How To Trim Your Own Hair at Home *Without* Having a Meltdown
I cut my own hair for the first time at the ripe old age of…
By Kells McPhillips
Meet the 30-Second Conditioning Treatment That Saved My Split Ends When I Was in Desperate Need of a Haircut
May 18, 2021
Meet the 30-Second Conditioning Treatment That Saved My Split Ends When I Was in Desperate Need of a Haircut
Split ends are a built-in calendar reminder that it’s time for a haircut. “When split…
By Saanya Ali
Monoi Oil Has Many Benefits, but It's Especially Beneficial for Dry Hair and Skin
May 14, 2021
Monoi Oil Has Many Benefits, but It's Especially Beneficial for Dry Hair and Skin
There's always a new product or trend for beauty lovers to fixate on, and while…
By Tamara Pridgett
Air Drying Naturally Curly Hair Can Cause a Disrupted Scalp—Here's How To Prevent That
May 10, 2021
Air Drying Naturally Curly Hair Can Cause a Disrupted Scalp—Here's How To Prevent That
If you've got curly hair, there's a good chance that air drying is a part…
By Tamara Pridgett
This $7 'No-Haircut Cream' *Actually* Works for Anyone Trying To Grow Out Their Hair
May 07, 2021
This $7 'No-Haircut Cream' *Actually* Works for Anyone Trying To Grow Out Their Hair
Any hairstylist will tell you that regular trims are the best way to keep your…
By Emily Gaynor Bergman
This $8 Shampoo and Conditioner Launched 2 Months Ago, and 10,000 Bottles Already Sell Every Day
April 30, 2021
This $8 Shampoo and Conditioner Launched 2 Months Ago, and 10,000 Bottles Already Sell Every Day
Two months ago, New Zealand-based hair-care brand Monday brought its millennial pink shampoo and conditioner…
By Zoe Weiner
The Silk Hair Ties That Give You All the Breakage Prevention of a Scrunchie—And a Better Hold
April 29, 2021
The Silk Hair Ties That Give You All the Breakage Prevention of a Scrunchie—And a Better Hold
One of the easiest ways to improve the health of your hair is to stop…
By Tamara Pridgett
6 of the Best Deep Conditioners That Will Help Revive Dry Hair That's Had Enough
April 28, 2021
6 of the Best Deep Conditioners That Will Help Revive Dry Hair That's Had Enough
What would you do if you found a few extra 10- or 20-minute intervals of…
By Emily Gaynor Bergman
The Damage-Repairing Conditioner With a 2,000-Person Waitlist Is Finally Back in Stock
April 25, 2021
The Damage-Repairing Conditioner With a 2,000-Person Waitlist Is Finally Back in Stock
Every element of your hair-care routine plays a role in preventing and repairing breakage, but…
By Zoe Weiner
As a Black Woman, Shaving My Head Has Made Me Feel More Exposed—And More Liberated—Than Ever Before
April 21, 2021
As a Black Woman, Shaving My Head Has Made Me Feel More Exposed—And More Liberated—Than Ever Before
When I was 12 years old, I made a promise to myself: When I grew…
By Tunde Oyeneyin
'I’m a Hairstylist, and These Are the Best Hair Masks for Every Hair Concern'
April 10, 2021
'I’m a Hairstylist, and These Are the Best Hair Masks for Every Hair Concern'
When it comes to self care, we devote shelves upon shelves (and dollars upon dollars!)…
By Saanya Ali
The Best Hair Toners for Every Shade—and How To Use Them
April 08, 2021
The Best Hair Toners for Every Shade—and How To Use Them
There's a stark contrast between the color of your hair that first few days after…
By Rachel Lapidos
This Stylist-Approved ‘Scratch Test’ Will Tell You if Your Shampoo Is *Actually* Getting Your Hair Clean
March 31, 2021
This Stylist-Approved ‘Scratch Test’ Will Tell You if Your Shampoo Is *Actually* Getting Your Hair Clean
Your shampoo has one main job to do: Get your hair clean. That regular lather…
By Zoe Weiner
I Tie My Hair Up Every Day, and More Falls Out Every Night—These Are the 5 Best Ponytail Holders According to a Hairstylist
March 29, 2021
I Tie My Hair Up Every Day, and More Falls Out Every Night—These Are the 5 Best Ponytail Holders According to a Hairstylist
Hair ties, ponytail holders, scrunchies, elastics, bobbles, rubber bands—whatever you may call them, if you…
By Saanya Ali
These Shampoo and Conditioner Bars Have Turned Our Editors Into Solid Shampoo Believers
March 23, 2021
These Shampoo and Conditioner Bars Have Turned Our Editors Into Solid Shampoo Believers
Traditionally, solid shampoos and conditioners have been a whole lot better in theory than in…
By Zoe Weiner
The Low-Maintenance Haircut a Stylist Suggests for Your Length, Texture, and Type
March 20, 2021
The Low-Maintenance Haircut a Stylist Suggests for Your Length, Texture, and Type
Should styling your hair not be much of a priority at the moment, that's totally…
By Allie Flinn
5 Easy, Quick Protective Hairstyles to Do Before Bed
March 20, 2021
5 Easy, Quick Protective Hairstyles to Do Before Bed
When it comes to my hair, I’ve (almost) done it all. My natural 3C curls…
By Kristina Valdez
4 Black Seed Oil Hair Benefits That Will Make You Want To Add It to Your Hair-Care Routine—Stat
March 17, 2021
4 Black Seed Oil Hair Benefits That Will Make You Want To Add It to Your Hair-Care Routine—Stat
If you've never heard of black seed oil, allow us to introduce you. Black seed,…
By Jessica Estrada
My Hair Started Falling Out in Chunks Because of the Pandemic—Here’s What I’m Doing About It
March 17, 2021
My Hair Started Falling Out in Chunks Because of the Pandemic—Here’s What I’m Doing About It
My hair has always been one of my “signature” features. It is long, thick, and…
By Marisel Salazar
Dealing With Dryness and Breakage? You Could Have High-Porosity Hair
March 12, 2021
Dealing With Dryness and Breakage? You Could Have High-Porosity Hair
Hair textures are different, and that's a good thing. (The world would be far less…
By Zoe Weiner
Pre-Shampoo Treatments To Help You Get the Most Out of Your Next Wash Day
March 10, 2021
Pre-Shampoo Treatments To Help You Get the Most Out of Your Next Wash Day
I love a good hair mask. Because I have extremely dry hair, I always turn…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Curtain Bangs Are the Least Intimidating Way for First-Timers To Try Fringe
March 09, 2021
Curtain Bangs Are the Least Intimidating Way for First-Timers To Try Fringe
For anyone looking to make a major life change—or at least a major hair change—"Should…
By Zoe Weiner
Detangle Any Hair Type With These Same 5 Steps
March 06, 2021
Detangle Any Hair Type With These Same 5 Steps
Figuring out how to detangle hair is important, as leaving knots to work themselves out…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Real Talk: Why Do Rogue Chin Hairs Appear and How Do We Make Them Stop?
March 05, 2021
Real Talk: Why Do Rogue Chin Hairs Appear and How Do We Make Them Stop?
I remember when I first noticed it. I was going through my skin-care routine, when…
By Rachel Lapidos
The 3-Step Method for Reviving Lifeless Hair (Without Relying on Extreme Heat), According to a Pro Stylist
March 04, 2021
The 3-Step Method for Reviving Lifeless Hair (Without Relying on Extreme Heat), According to a Pro Stylist
Whether you strictly stick to your trim-every-six-weeks schedule or haven't gotten a hair cut in…
By Well+Good Editors
How To Donate Your Hair When Giving Yourself a Whole New Look
March 03, 2021
How To Donate Your Hair When Giving Yourself a Whole New Look
Hair is a pretty big deal; a simple refresh with a new cut or maybe…
By Erin Bunch
Priyanka Chopra Jonas Is Out To Give the Drugstore Hair-Care Aisle a Glow Up
February 25, 2021
Priyanka Chopra Jonas Is Out To Give the Drugstore Hair-Care Aisle a Glow Up
Over the last few years, the drugstore skin-care aisle has gotten a glow up, and…
By Zoe Weiner
How Hair Care Became a Father-Daughter Ritual that Helped Affirm My Identity
February 19, 2021
How Hair Care Became a Father-Daughter Ritual that Helped Affirm My Identity
When you are young, female, and Black, you get used to the feeling of other…
By Chante Owens
How To Style 3 Different Hair Types (While Reducing Heat Damage), According to the Experts
February 18, 2021
How To Style 3 Different Hair Types (While Reducing Heat Damage), According to the Experts
It's a dilemma you're faced with every hair-washing day: to heat style or not to…
By Well+Good Editors
Stylists Say Low Porosity Hair Could Be the Reason Your Styling Products Aren't Working
February 17, 2021
Stylists Say Low Porosity Hair Could Be the Reason Your Styling Products Aren't Working
There are a number of different factors that determine how best to care for and…
By Zoe Weiner
How To Find the Best Hair Brush for Your Hair Type, According to a Hairstylist
February 15, 2021
How To Find the Best Hair Brush for Your Hair Type, According to a Hairstylist
From reality TV shows to pandemic-induced online dating, finding “the one” is never an easy…
By Saanya Ali
'I'm a Hairstylist, and This Is the One Ingredient You Should Never Use on Dry Curly Hair'
February 12, 2021
'I'm a Hairstylist, and This Is the One Ingredient You Should Never Use on Dry Curly Hair'
Caring for curly hair is a tough job. Aside from having to figure out the…
By Zoe Weiner
What Scalp Care Taught Me About Love
February 09, 2021
What Scalp Care Taught Me About Love
When I look back on my childhood, I rarely think of the big moments or…
By Kui Mwai
'I've Been a Braider for Nearly 20 Years, and This Is How To Cornrow Your Own Hair'
February 08, 2021
'I've Been a Braider for Nearly 20 Years, and This Is How To Cornrow Your Own Hair'
Doing my own cornrows has been one of the most elusive parts of going natural.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'I’m a Hairstylist, and This 2-Item Combo Will Protect Your Strands While You Sleep'
February 05, 2021
'I’m a Hairstylist, and This 2-Item Combo Will Protect Your Strands While You Sleep'
The most important ingredients in your nighttime skin-care routine are all about repairing your complexion.…
By Zoe Weiner
This Blow-Dry Cream Is Everything My Dry Natural Hair Needs
February 02, 2021
This Blow-Dry Cream Is Everything My Dry Natural Hair Needs
I'm not exactly good at doing my natural hair. The pandemic has forced me to…
By Kara Jillian Brown
I’ve Always Slept on a Faux Silk Pillowcase—Here’s How the Real Deal Compares
January 23, 2021
I’ve Always Slept on a Faux Silk Pillowcase—Here’s How the Real Deal Compares
Growing up, I was one of many little Black girls who could not keep a…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Give Your Hair a (Smell) Refresh with The Best-Smelling Dry Shampoos Money Can Buy
January 21, 2021
Give Your Hair a (Smell) Refresh with The Best-Smelling Dry Shampoos Money Can Buy
If you, like me, are a member of the "once weekly wash club," I don't…
By Zoe Weiner
These Are the Products To Help You Embrace the Beauty of Your Gray Hair
January 21, 2021
These Are the Products To Help You Embrace the Beauty of Your Gray Hair
Baking banana bread and binge-watching Bridgerton were among some of the most popular pandemic activities.…
By Kayla Hui
6 of the Best Diffusers for Every Different Curl Type, According to Hairstylists
January 19, 2021
6 of the Best Diffusers for Every Different Curl Type, According to Hairstylists
It's 9 a.m., you're in the bathroom, a coffee on the sink, hairdryer in hand,…
By Saanya Ali
PSA: This Is the Science-Backed Way to Reduce Hair Damage if You Love Heat Styling
January 15, 2021
PSA: This Is the Science-Backed Way to Reduce Hair Damage if You Love Heat Styling
As beauty trends for 2021 start reflecting the wild ride that was 2020, we're seeing…
By Well+Good Editors
How Hair Protein Treatments Help To Strengthen Your Strands—And the Ones To Try at Home
January 13, 2021
How Hair Protein Treatments Help To Strengthen Your Strands—And the Ones To Try at Home
Keeping your hair healthy requires quite a few steps. Using the right shampoo and conditioner,…
By Zoe Weiner
7 of the Best Hair Oils To Add to Your Cart This Winter
January 12, 2021
7 of the Best Hair Oils To Add to Your Cart This Winter
The year is 2021, and it's time for self care to go beyond just skin…
By Saanya Ali
7 of the Best Dry Scalp Treatments To Apply for Winter Itchiness
January 11, 2021
7 of the Best Dry Scalp Treatments To Apply for Winter Itchiness
After nine days without washing my hair, I decided to double down on de-gunking my…
By Zoe Weiner
5 Common Conditioner Mistakes That Hairstylists See People Make All the Time
January 08, 2021
5 Common Conditioner Mistakes That Hairstylists See People Make All the Time
There are some pretty important shampoo rules that most of us know to follow for…
By Zoe Weiner
4 of the Best Shampoo for Dry Hair, According to Hairstylists
January 04, 2021
4 of the Best Shampoo for Dry Hair, According to Hairstylists
During a time of year when seemingly every part of your body feels dry, it can…
By Zoe Weiner
7 of the Best Shampoos for Thinning Hair, According to Stylists
January 02, 2021
7 of the Best Shampoos for Thinning Hair, According to Stylists
If you've got thinning hair, the Internet will lead you to believe that there are…
By Zoe Weiner
Minoxidil Has Long Been the Gold Standard Hair Regrowth Ingredient in the U.S., But New Options Are Gaining Steam
December 23, 2020
Minoxidil Has Long Been the Gold Standard Hair Regrowth Ingredient in the U.S., But New Options Are Gaining Steam
In the United States, topical minoxidil is an oft-recommended chemical hair growth ingredient, and it's…
By Arden Fanning Andrews
How to Prevent Natural Hair Breakage, According to a Hairstylist
December 22, 2020
How to Prevent Natural Hair Breakage, According to a Hairstylist
I love my 3B/3C hair, but I would be lying if I said it's been…
By Shani Hillian
Tips and Tricks From Experts That Remind Us That It’s More Than Possible To Successfully Bleach Natural Hair
December 10, 2020
Tips and Tricks From Experts That Remind Us That It’s More Than Possible To Successfully Bleach Natural Hair
There is a long-held belief that natural hair cannot be bleached. Because curly and coily…
By Danielle Broadway
How To Use Purple Shampoo Correctly, According to Colorists
December 09, 2020
How To Use Purple Shampoo Correctly, According to Colorists
Platinum blonde hair is known for its gorgeous bright color, yes, but it’s also notorious…
By Erin Bunch
How To Wash Your Box Braids To Keep Your Hair and Scalp Healthy
December 07, 2020
How To Wash Your Box Braids To Keep Your Hair and Scalp Healthy
One of the most appealing things about box braids is that they're low-maintenance, but that…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Under-$20 Moisturizing Products a Derm Swears By For Keeping Her Natural Hair Healthy
December 03, 2020
The Under-$20 Moisturizing Products a Derm Swears By For Keeping Her Natural Hair Healthy
Healthy hair and a healthy scalp go hand in hand. You can't have one without…
By Zoe Weiner
This Line of Pure Oils Allows You To Customize the Perfect Blend for Your Routine
December 02, 2020
This Line of Pure Oils Allows You To Customize the Perfect Blend for Your Routine
From hair care to cuticle repair, there are more uses for oils in your beauty…
By Kara Jillian Brown
You Can Get Your Hands on Drunk Elephant's Entire Hair and Body Collection for Under $50
November 30, 2020
You Can Get Your Hands on Drunk Elephant's Entire Hair and Body Collection for Under $50
2020 has had its fair share of dark days, but one of this year's brightest…
By Zoe Weiner
This Lash-Lengthening Serum Is Like Eyelash Extensions in a Bottle—And It's 30% Off for Black Friday
November 25, 2020
This Lash-Lengthening Serum Is Like Eyelash Extensions in a Bottle—And It's 30% Off for Black Friday
Of all the beauty treatments the pandemic has left us yearning for, lash extensions are…
By Zoe Weiner
Your No-Fail Guide To Buying Beauty Gifts At Every Price Point
November 18, 2020
Your No-Fail Guide To Buying Beauty Gifts At Every Price Point
When Andy Williams referred to November and December as "the most wonderful time of the…
By Zoe Weiner
The Prices on These 5 Top-Rated Amazon Hair Dryers Will Blow You Away
November 16, 2020
The Prices on These 5 Top-Rated Amazon Hair Dryers Will Blow You Away
Not all hot tools are created equal—just ask anyone who's ever gotten ready for a…
By Kells McPhillips
A Bottle of This Hair-Growth Solution Sells Every 36 Seconds—Here's Why
November 16, 2020
A Bottle of This Hair-Growth Solution Sells Every 36 Seconds—Here's Why
Sure, stress can metaphorically make you want to pull your hair out, but—in unfortunate news…
By Well+Good Editors
Everything You Wanted To Know About Co-Washing Your Hair
November 09, 2020
Everything You Wanted To Know About Co-Washing Your Hair
In the world of hair-care products, shampoo and conditioner stand as two fundamental staples. But…
By Rachel Lapidos
'I’ve Been a Stylist for 40 Years, and This Inflammation-Busting Scalp Massage Rivals the Salon'
October 30, 2020
'I’ve Been a Stylist for 40 Years, and This Inflammation-Busting Scalp Massage Rivals the Salon'
The term "scalp scrub" often conjures images of harsh sugar or salt exfoliants designed to…
By Zoe Weiner
'I’ve Been a Dermatologist for 41 Years, and This Is How To Keep Your Hair Healthy as You Age'
October 27, 2020
'I’ve Been a Dermatologist for 41 Years, and This Is How To Keep Your Hair Healthy as You Age'
Thinning hair doesn't just happen overnight—and in many cases, it's preventable. Loretta Ciraldo, MD, FAAD,…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Sustainable Shampoo and Conditioner Bar That Finally Convinced Me To Kick the Bottle
October 27, 2020
The Sustainable Shampoo and Conditioner Bar That Finally Convinced Me To Kick the Bottle
Ever since zero waste influencer and Package Free Shop founder Lauren Singer changed my life…
By Erin Bunch
Are Hot Tools *Really* That Bad For Your Hair? Here's What Hairstylists Have To Say
October 26, 2020
Are Hot Tools *Really* That Bad For Your Hair? Here's What Hairstylists Have To Say
Hot tools are great for a lot of things—like transforming limp, lifeless strands into red…
By Zoe Weiner
The 3 Things Every Solid Hair-Care Routine Should Have, According to Pro Stylists
October 26, 2020
The 3 Things Every Solid Hair-Care Routine Should Have, According to Pro Stylists
Just as we change up our skin-care routines over time, the same principle applies to…
By Jessica Estrada
What To Know About Adding a Sea Salt Shampoo Into Your Shower Routine
October 18, 2020
What To Know About Adding a Sea Salt Shampoo Into Your Shower Routine
Sea salt has long been a staple in the haircare world, primarily for the purpose…
By Zoe Weiner
This Hot Oil Treatment for Hair Helps No Matter What Issue You're Dealing With
October 17, 2020
This Hot Oil Treatment for Hair Helps No Matter What Issue You're Dealing With
The hair-care market is saturated with products that promise to make your hair stronger, shinier, and…
By Zoe Weiner
I've Been Bleaching My Hair for 10 Years and This is The Only Purple Shampoo I Trust
October 11, 2020
I've Been Bleaching My Hair for 10 Years and This is The Only Purple Shampoo I Trust
Like Marilyn Monroe, Courtney Love, and Gwen Stefani before, I have a long and proud…
By Mary Grace Garis
The Absolute Best Beauty Products To Snag on Amazon Prime Day
October 09, 2020
The Absolute Best Beauty Products To Snag on Amazon Prime Day
It's the occasion that beauty lovers have marked on their calendars and prepared for weeks…
By Rachel Lapidos
This Mayo Clinic Database Makes It Easy To Shop for Sensitive Skin-Friendly Products
October 09, 2020
This Mayo Clinic Database Makes It Easy To Shop for Sensitive Skin-Friendly Products
Those with sensitive skin know all too well the mixed feelings of excitement and trepidation…
By Kara Jillian Brown
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