LUSH’s Solid Dandruff Fighter

Don’t be put off by the scent of LUSH Soak and Float Solid Shampoo ($9.25)- that strong, summer campfire scent is caused by cade oil, a tough warrior against dandruff from the juniper family. Dry, itchy scalps will meet their end after you introduce this sodium lauryl sulfate free shampoo bar into your hair care routine. Once the cade oil has banished flakes, lavender oil steps in to tone the scalp and prevent future sebum imbalances. Just swipe this bar a few times over wet hair and watch your flaky scalp cower!

The LUSH American Dream

What do you get when you combine fresh oranges and strawberries with creamy vanilla? It’s not a milkshake, it’s LUSH American Cream Conditioner ($17.49, 8.4 fl. oz). Don’t be fooled by it’s sweet scent- this is one tough conditioner for the roughest of hair. Honey water moisturizes, lavender oil whips dry scalps into shape, and clary sage intoxicates your senses. Tangled hair becomes easy to comb and dull hair gets it’s shine on, all while being scented with the alluring, delicious scent of a 1950s soda fountain!

Grow A Healthy Head of Hair

Your hair needs a healthy environment to grow at it’s full potential. For those experiencing hair loss, the Organic Root Stimulator Hair Fertilizer ($7.49) uses a combination of natural ingredients that have been known to stimulate the scalp, such as nettle, paprika and horsetail. This product is a “pick me up” for those with moderate hair loss, or anyone who wants to encourage their sluggish hair to grow more quickly and thickly. Soybean and Coconut oils provide added moisture to hair and scalp, while Kola Nut Extract promotes healing and reduces inflammation for irritated scalps.

Tropical Conditioning For Your Sensitive Side

Those with easily irritated scalps have no reason to fear Alba Coconut Milk Extra-Rich Conditioner ($8.95). Great for all hair types, this conditioner contains coconut milk, which is loaded up with antiseptic fatty acids that nourish sensitive scalps, instead of causing dryness, flaking and irritation. Moreover, nature’s master moisturizer, aloe vera, hydrates hair while tropical nut oils repair and smooth the cuticles. Shine-enhancing awapuhi is the icing on this tropical, conditioning cupcake. Just apply to clean hair, leave on 2-3 minutes and rinse to take hair on a mini-vacation.

Kiehl’s Daily Herbal Treatment For Scalp

Treat a misbehaving scalp with Kiehl’s Herbal Shampoo and Scalp Treatment for Dandruff Control ($17.50). This formula uses cooling eucalyptus extract and soothing, moisturizing aloe vera to relieve itching, flaking scalps. Gentle enough for daily use, this shampoo not only treats, but also prevents, recurring scalp issues. In addition to keeping the scalp healthy, all hair types will find a softer, shinier, more manageable mane each time they wash.

Organic, Protein Packed Hair Repair

When hair has taken just about as much as it can handle, bring it back to full health with Aubrey Organics Blue Green Algae Hair Rescue Conditioning Mask ($13.79). The best source of vegetable protein, blue green algae contains as much as 50% usable protein to strengthen and rebuild your hair. Lavender water soothes and tones scalps irritated by harsh styling products and exposure to the elements. Organic aloe and shea butter soften hair and condition scalp, making them good as new with no trace of abuse.

Healthy Summer Hair From Phyto

Protect your hair from sun, wind, salt and chlorine through all of your summertime activities with Phyto Protective Beach Spray ($20.00). UV filters shield hair from the sun’s damaging rays, while olive oil moisturizes and repairs hair to help it resist breakage. Extracts of calendula, willow and rosemary add extra nourishment for hair and soothe sun-exposed scalps. Spray on wet or dry hair before exposure (remembering to reapply after swimming!), for soft, shiny hair that won’t be weakened by sun or sea.

A Helping of Health for Hair

Give your hair exactly what it’s been craving with Carol’s Daughter Healthy Hair Butter ($10.50). This conditioning treatment uses seven essential oils to heal and rejuvenate your hair and scalp. Cedarwood relieves itchy scalps, while anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal patchouli battles dead cells and organisms that can cause irritation. Lemongrass and rosemary get things going again by stimulating scalp circulation. For those with oily or extra dry scalps, aphrodisiac ylang ylang balances oil production to prevent the conditions that will lead you back to scalp problems. Shea butter deeply conditions with the help of rejuvenating lavender and sweet orange to refresh and restore.

Sake For Your Hair

Indulge in another product in the popular Fresh Sake scent line with Fresh Sake Hair Cream ($26.00). This non-greasy formula helps control frizz and flyaways without making hair appear weighed down. Beyond beautifying your hair, this product uses anti-flammatory gotu-kola extract to encourage lipid production and discourage dry, irritated scalps. Hair is protected from the elements with antioxidant olive fruit oil, and grapeseed oil smooths and seals ruffled up cuticles. Apply to wet or dry hair for styling control and another way to enjoy the tart citrus scent.

Miraculous Monoi

An ancient Polynesian beauty secret can still give you strong, beautiful hair today: monoi oil. A blend of coconut oil and the exotic tiare flower, this oil is scrumptiously scented (like a floral-accented cake) and powerfully moisturizing.

Monoi oil can be used as an overnight oil treatment to heal dry hair, soothe irritated scalps and seal split ends. Coat your hair evenly, cover with a shower cap, and sleep on it. Wash in the morning with your usual shampoo and conditioner, and discover healthy, island scented hair! If your hair tends to be oily, apply only to ends.

One to try: The Body Shop’s Spa Wisdom Monoi Miracle Oil ($20.00) can be used as a bath oil and moisturizer in addition to hair treatment!

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