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Hair Apparent: Keeping Your Scalp Healthy

You may be one of the many Canadians who take action to protect their skin
from the harsh winter weather. But don’t forget that your scalp is skin too
– and there are ways to keep it healthy. And remember that healthy
hair starts
with a healthy scalp! Read on about common scalp concerns and what you can do
to maintain the health of your scalp and hair.

Finding a balance for dry and oily hair

Dry and oily hair types require different hair products for cleansing and conditioning. People with different types of hair may find that their hair care needs change over time.

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Time’s a-ticking for aging hair

For men and women alike, hair is often a statement of personal style. A mane of thick, luxurious hair is desirable for many people, and some will go to great lengths to take care of their hair. Unfortunately, changes to hair do occur as people age, so it is important to understand how to keep hair healthy despite the aging process.

Hair to stay?

Hair loss does not usually occur overnight. Most people normally lose 50 to 100 hairs per day – less than a tenth of one percent of the average head of hair. There are a variety of causes of excessive hair loss, including hereditary thinning or baldness and improper hair care.

Splitting hairs over dandruff

Dandruff is a relatively common condition, and most people would find that they have at least a few dandruff flakes if they looked closely. However, up to 25% of adults may have enough dandruff flakes to consider it troublesome.