Wellness has made its way to the forefront of the beauty industry in the name of self care. Unfortunately, there has been more of a focus on skin care, leaving hair care to lurk in the shadows. But did you know that the health of your hair is also a significant reflection of your overall well being? No? Then let me break down the basics of hair wellness as you get started on this unique journey.
What is Hair Wellness?
In essence, hair wellness prioritizes achieving your healthiest hair… but with a holistic approach.
It’s not just about finding the right hair care products, rituals or routine, but also making dietary changes, managing physical and mental stress (a huge factor of hair loss and thinning), and creating spiritual balance.
Between many hair care products being filled with toxic ingredients like endocrine-disrupting, synthetic chemicals and fragrances, you’re playing the lotto against long term health concerns. And a lot of times that will be shown through the appearance of your hair.
So if you’re not in love with the current state of your locks right now, it might be time to dive deeper. Let’s stroll further down this path to hairadise.
The Hair Wellness Path—> Hairadise
The ultimate goal of this hair wellness journey is to make it to Hairadise. Finding that balance between mental, physical, and spiritual well being is the secret to your healthiest hair yet.
So how will you know if you’ve finally made it to the holy land? Well, healthy hair is generally smooth in texture. It is elastic and strong with minimal signs of breakage or split ends, and has natural luster.
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The Hair Huna aims to create a hair paradise that prioritizes great hair days and wellness fueled by a reciprocal and sustainable relationship with the community and environment.
So before we get you started on this path, I want to tell you how this journey differs from the rest.
That’s why as your certified hair guide, I’ve mapped out the 5 mane points of interest, which you’ll find below.
5 Mane POIs On The Hair Wellness Journey
I know you’re wondering how to navigate this journey. Fear not. I broke it down into five essential categories for you. So, let’s get into it:
#1. Hair Wisdom
This is where I share my knowledge and hair secrets with you based on my professional experience in the hair industry as a stylist, educator… and general hair fanatic.
I’ve been fortunate enough to have worked for multiple hair care companies. Being so, I understand firsthand how much of a jungle this industry can be.
It can be easy to get tangled up in the vines of hair wellness. That’s why I’m here to guide you through the basics of general hair concerns, how tos and tutorials, all the way to current trends.
#2. Hair Rituals & Wellness Practices
Here, we put a deep emphasis on the connection between hair care rituals, self-care, and holistic wellness.
You’ll learn of ancient rituals (like chakra balancing), stress management, lifestyle and nutrition all centered around hair wellness.
Not only will this meet your hair needs, but you will be given the tools to create and engage in new hair rituals while protecting your hair energy.
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Let’s increase your sense of confidence through self-connection and expression of gorgeous locks.
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#3. Community & Culture
Understand that everyone’s journey will be unique as it caters to individual needs, textures, and goals. But it doesn’t mean you need to go through it alone.
This hair wellness journey is more than just caring for yourself. It takes a village!
Here we’ll discuss innovations in the hair world. Additionally, how the industry serves communities and our environment, along with supporting local businesses, and building a meaningful culture.
#4. The Hair Apothecary
Did you know that cosmetic products and ingredients do not need FDA market approval (with the exception of color additives, FDA.gov)? This means companies and individuals who manufacture or market these types of products have a legal responsibility of ensuring safety, though it’s not necessarily regulated.
And because of that, many product manufacturers lack ingredient transparency, choosing cost effectiveness and product effectiveness over long term health concerns of its client base (C. Wambolt) and the environment.
For that reason, the hair apothecary is where I review current products on the market (and hair tools, too), while exploring the benefits of common natural remedies like oils, herbs, tonics, clays, and powders. Additionally, you can expect some DIY hair recipes for easy, trustworthy, at-home hair rituals that I create to improve wellness.
#5. The Clay Tablets
Lastly, this will be your go-to place to find science backed resources. In our Clay Tablets section, we’re sharing the hair facts to empower you on your hair wellness journey. Whether you’re just starting to explore the world of hair care or you’re a seasoned beauty guru, we cater to all levels of expertise.
Your Journey Is Rooted In Growth
Hair wellness takes hair care and health to new heights. While there’s a major emphasis on your personal holistic hair journey, The Hair Huna also believes this is achieved through a reciprocal relationship with ourselves, our village, and nature.
Ready to start your path to Hairadise? Join my village here for a guided journey, along with monthly updates.