Journal
Not all dry flakes are dandruff
Lemon
Let’s be honest here. No one loves dry flakes. You have your hair blown in style, and your scalp in shape, but you realise there are tiny ‘snowflakes’ lingering around your hair’s roots. You have no choice but to wear a hat to cover all those flakes.
Is SLES bad for your hair?
Lemon
SLES is a common ingredient derived from petroleum and has been widely used in cosmetic products. It is intended to produce a lathering action to wash away oil and debris from your hair. However, SLES can be damaging to certain types of hair, and it
5 Ways to avoid winter hair and scalp problems
Lemon
It’s the time of the year to travel to cold-weather countries again! Thanks to the generous rainfall, we know how hot and humid Malaysia is, and you are missing the winter-white scenery! While on vacation, changing from 365-day summer to winter can b
Do natural products with essential oils have a shorter shelf life than ordinary products?
Lemon
Did you know an expired shampoo smells like rotten eggs? Oh, shampoos can be expired? In a short answer, yes. Shampoo that passed its best-by date can lose its effectiveness and start to smell bad or become cloudy. Expired hair products can lead to t
Your Scalp Ages 6x Faster Than Your Facial Skin
Lemon
As we age, our scalps can get older and become thinner, losing much of their elasticity. Based on the experts, the scalp is the fastest ageing skin compared to any other skin on the body. It is known that the scalp ages 12 times faster than body skin
Mineral Oil & Scalp Health: Are They Related?
Lemon
Mineral oil is a chemical substance from petroleum or natural gas wells that has been refined to remove impurities. It's a colourless, odourless liquid often used in the cosmetic industry. Should We Avoid Mineral Oil? First, the type of mineral oil
3 Facts About Your Scalp That You Probably Don’t Know
Lemon
Our scalp is an amazing organ. You usually take care of it every day with the basics: shampoo, soaps and conditioner, but how well do you know the skin on your head? You probably don't spend a lot of time thinking about the skin on your scalp. But
3 Side Effects of Hair Dyeing You Need To Know
Lemon
From blonde to ombre, hair dyeing is undoubtedly one of the most enjoyable activities. To keep our hair colour on-trend, you are putting your hair’s health in danger. Hair dyeing is a chemical reaction that takes place in between the pigments in your
3 Essential Oil Recipes For Your Yoga Sessions
Lemon
Essential oils and yoga are the perfect matches made in heaven. The combination of essential oils and yoga gives you 1+1>2 of relaxation within your flow. Yoga is all about opening the heart and improving our strength through movement; And essential
Scalp pH Balanced? Not the Lucky 7 We know.
Lemon
Keeping your scalp at its right pH is important for the general healthiness of your hair. Whether you're dry, oily or a combination scalp, let's look into how these problems impact our scalp pH. On the pH scale, 7 is neutral - but this doesn't apply
This Christmas To Remember & To Love
Lemon
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Although most of us are far apart, we still want to send love to all Greenologees out there! If you’re in the midst of planning your Christmas shopping list, you’ve come to the right place! Whether you’re sho
3 Reasons That Cause Scalp Odor
Lemon
Scalp odor normally refers to an unhealthy scalp that smells bad, soury or damp. If you realize you have an unpleasant smell from your head and it stays even after you shampoo, your scalp is most probably struggling at its unhealthy state. To reverse
Ouch! There’s A Pimple On My Scalp!
Lemon
Have you ever encountered a few bumps on your scalp? It’s sore, painful & sometimes it can be quite itchy and irritating! That’s what we call: Scalp Acne. It is often known as pimples grow around the hairline or underneath your hair. On a more techni
How to tell the difference between Dry & Damaged Hair?
Lemon
Many of us use these two terms interchangeably, and they often appear to look very similar. However, neither of them will look good on us. Not only does dry/damaged hair look unruly, but it also feels rough, unmanageable and lifeless. Dry hair can be
Itchy Scalp: The Whats, The Whys & The Hows.
Lemon
Itchy scalp is a very common problem - 75% of people in the world suffer from it. Let’s be honest, we scratch our scalp when it’s itchy. The scratching action is as normal as eating or drinking. However, if you have a persistent itchy scalp, this may
Silicones: Skip it or Keep it?
Lemon
Silicones are one of the hair care ingredients that have sparked a fierce discussion in the industry. Some have said that you should avoid Silicones in your routine, but some said Silicones are good hair tamers. To be exact, silicones are synthetic p
Level Up Your Workspace with these 3 Essential Oils!
Lemon
In today’s hectic world, the workplace can be an emotional roller coaster as you are tied with overtime, tight deadlines and effective work performance. Aromatherapy isn’t a final cure for your stress, but it’s an ideal auxiliary that brings you a bi
Scalp Exfoliation: Why Do You Need It?
Lemon
Our scalp is part of our skin. The only difference is our scalp is covered with lots of hair. So, why skip exfoliation for your scalp while you’re doing it for your face? Let’s think about it this way: When you exfoliate your face, your skin tends..
What is Your Scalp Type? Let’s Do A Test to Find Out!
Lemon
Not all scalps are made the same. Normal Scalp, Oily Scalp, Combination Scalp, Dry and Sensitive Scalp? Knowing your scalp type is the first crucial step toward establishing an effective hair care routine. Let's do a test together to find out your s
Why is it important to exfoliate your scalp?
CY
Why is it important to exfoliate your scalp? Happy hair is truly impossible without a healthy scalp. Keeping your hair follicles clear of dead skin cells and build-up 'exfoliate' is key. Scalp exfoliate helps to controlling dandruff, removing buid up