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Scalps Do Not Need to Breath, But They Do Need Oxygen
No, your scalp does not need to breathe oxygen in the traditional sense because it gets oxygen and nutrients directly from your blood stream. The oxygen it receives from your blood nourishes your hair follicles promoting and regulating your hair growth cycle. While oxygen is needed by the scalp, the air we breathe has a negative effect on scalp health because the gunk in the air can irritate your scalp and even lead to hair loss.
Hair Texture Does Not Change Because Its Genetic
No, you can’t change the texture of your hair because it comes from your genes. You can however change the shape of your hair giving the appearance and feel of a texture change. It may seem like one-in-the same, but we go by the scientific definitions in trichology, the science of studying hair and scalp.
According to trichology, hair texture is defined by the thickness of individual hairs and groups hair textures into 3 categories.
Green Tea and Healthy Hair, a Perfect “Matcha”
Whether you drink it or use hair products with it, green tea is great for your hair thanks to its antioxidants like epicatechin and EGCG that protect your scalp and hair from inflammation and environmental damage. And it has caffeine which helps prevent hair loss.
As a hair superfood, green tea also helps reduce sebum production to fight oily hair according to this study, and it keeps stress at bay, and less stress may prevent premature grays!
An Easy French-Braided High-Ponytail for Athletes
When you want a hairstyle with texture and movement that is functional for sports or the gym, we’ve got you covered. This spin on two classic hairstyles, the high ponytail and French braid, lets your hair rest against your head so it fits under a softball helmet or headgear, while keeping your hair pulled back so it stays out of your face while you play.
