color-safe shampoo

UV protection for color-treated hair—does it really work?

Can hair care products protect your hair color and scalp from UV damage? If so, why don't they list an SPF factor like sunscreen?

Whenever we had P.E. class outside on a hot day, I used to lay my hand on my head from time to time, to check just how hot my hair could get. Usually it felt like you could cook an egg on it. Fast forward to the present-day me, who shudders to think of going outside without wearing sunscreen. Although I wear sunscreen every day, I don’t put sunscreen on my hair or scalp. Lately I’ve become curious about a whole category of hair care products that claim to provide UV protection for…

Aveeno Pure Renewal Conditioner Review

Is seaweed extract beneficial for hair? And what's the deal with sulfate-free shampoo?

I’m not tied down to any one shampoo or conditioner. Nothing has really won my heart (my hair?) over yet. The nostalgic side of me will always love the scent of Johnson’s baby shampoo. However, I haven’t used it since I was a teenager, because I’m always looking for an option that will help my hair feel less frizzy.