Soft, healthy, flowing locks are something we all want, and not just for the sake of beauty! Having healthy hair is a sign that our bodies are well on the inside too. When our hair is dull, dry or isn't growing, it can be a sign that there are areas underneath that need some really good support. Whether you're dealing with hormonal needs, postpartum hair loss, recovery from acute illness or something else, here are a few tips, tricks and favorite products for happy, healthy hair.

ALL THINGS HAIR FAVORITES

• Lavender Volume or Copaiba Vanilla Shampoo & Conditioner
• Mirah Hair Oil (for nourishing the ends of hair after washing)
• Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood Hydrosol
• NingXia Red (a powerful antioxidant drink that helps with hair strength and growth)
• SulfurZyme powder (or capsules!)
• Mineral Essence
• Lavender, Cedarwood, Rosemary essential oils

Healthy hair takes creating small, daily habits that add up to big results. Our hair can take a beating between sun, wind, chlorine, hard water, air pollution and much more, so nourishing it with daily routine will go a long way. Making one small change today may not show results tomorrow, but these small changes compound over time for big results!

QUICK HEALTHY HAIR TIPS

• Use a natural, sulfate-free, hydrating shampoo and conditioner. We love the Copaiba Vanilla or Lavender Volume Shampoo & Conditioner.
• Use Mirah Lustrous Hair Oil on the ends of the hair to prevent damage. We like to do this after washing or wetting the hair.
• Add 10-15 drops to your shampoo, conditioner or hair mask for healthy hair and scalp.
• Opt for claw clips or loose cotton scrunchies over tight hair bands.
• Consider a silk pillowcase to reduce frizz for hair with natural texture or wave.

Having healthy, shiny, soft hair can take some time if you're starting with hair that is dry and damaged. Try this healthy hair protocol for at least two months! Whether you are wanting to support what is already good or whether you need some extra TLC, these products are our tried and true for luxurious locks.

HEALTHY HAIR PROTOCOL

• NingXia Red
• SulfurZyme Powder
• Inner Beauty Collagen
• Mineral Essence
• Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood Hydrosol
• Rosemary, Cedarwood and Lavender Essential Oils

Healthy hair isn't just about how it makes us look and feel - it is also a huge indicator of things going on underneath! So when it comes to hair health, what you use on your locks is just as important as what you put in your body. There are a handful of supplements that are incredible for hair health, growth, and recovery. And these supplements also have other health benefits as well!

SUPPLEMENTS FOR HAIR HEALTH & GROWTH SulfurZyme Powder (or Capsules) SulfurZyme is a huge player when it comes to hair and skin health. This supplement is a unique combination of MSM (the protein-building compound found in breast milk, fresh fruits and vegetables) and the Ningxia wolfberry that helps with healthy hair, skin, nails and joints. MSM or methylsulfonylmethane is an incredible support tool for our bodies. It helps the body produce the antioxidant glutathione, which repairs cellular damage. It also boosts both collagen and keratin production.

Collagen and keratin are what gives hair strength, durability and that “healthy” look — and they can help reverse hair loss. Hair, skin, and nail cells all contain large amounts of keratin, which contains sulfur and needs it to stay strong. Boosting collagen and keratin production helps you fight back against damage from the inside out.

We recommend the powder for best absorption, but the capsules could be used if you prefer. Mix your SulfurZyme into 2-4oz of NingXia Red and take twice daily for best results! Some people choose to double up on the dosing for more acute needs.

Inner Beauty Collagen This one is a no-brainer when it comes to healthy hair! Collagen is THE protein of the body. It's the most abundant protein and is the crucial support piece for your hair, skin, nails, joints, muscles and gut lining.

Made with a highly soluble form of bioavailable type I marine collagen, peach ceramides, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, and no added sugars, Inner Beauty Collagen supports your natural radiance from the inside out. Inner Beauty Collagen supports vibrant, lit- from-within skin and healthy-looking hair and nails with a daily dose of collagen, antioxidants, and other skin-supporting ingredients that are naturally derived and sustainably sourced,

Mineral Essence Ever thought about using Mineral Essence on your scalp for hair growth? Well, it works! In addition to adding Mineral Essence to your daily NingXia Red (great for hair growth and overall health in general), you can actually apply this incredible supplement directly to the scalp to promote hair growth and health. To use: Simply drop Mineral Essence onto the scalp and massage in gently. Let sit for 20-30 minutes, then wash hair with gentle, sulfate-free shampoo.

HEALTHY HAIR & CHLORINE Chlorine can take a toll on our hair, but we still want to enjoy all summer has to offer! One of the best ways to handle chlorine damage is through prevention. Wet your hair before entering the pool, and also consider spraying a bit of Young Living conditioner (dilute a bit in water to make it easily spray-able) into your hair before entering the pool.

If hair is being damaged, using the Lavender Mint Clarifying Shampoo and Copaiba Vanilla Conditioner can help. Clarifying removes the chemicals, and deep conditioning replenishes the lost moisture.

Chlorine chemically bonds to your skin and hair, so it can build up over time. In order to remove chlorine from the skin and hair, it needs to be neutralized so that the chemical bond is broken. And we can do this with vitamin C!!

Summer Days Vitamin C Spray – make this at the very beginning of the summer!

• 1 cup organic rosehips
• 2 cups organic apple cider vinegar with ‘the mother'
• 10 drops each Copaiba, Rosemary, Cedarwood essential oils
• Combine the rosehips and apple cider vinegar in a clean glass jar and store it in a cabinet for 4-6 weeks. Strain the rosehips, add essential oils, and pour into a spray bottle.
• After a swim in a chlorinated pool, rinse your hair and skin well with water, then spray the vitamin C spray throughout the hair, working it into the strands to neutralize the chlorine. You can also use it on your skin!

HEALTHY HAIR RECIPES & DIYS Daily Beauty Boost Tonic

• 4oz NingXia Red
• 1 scoop Inner Beauty Collagen
• 1 tsp SulfurZyme powder
• Water or organic orange juice (sparkling, mineral, plain)
• 3 droppersful Mineral Essence Add NingXia Red and water/juice to a glass, then add collagen and mix with a handheld milk frother. Pour over ice (if desired) and enjoy!

DIY Hair Growth Spray

• 30 drops each Rosemary, Cedarwood, and Lavender
• A bottle of Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood Hydrosol Add essential oils to the RHS Hydrosol and invert to gently mix. Shake well before using, then apply to the scalp in the morning and evening and brush through with a dry brush. Continue using twice a day for 3 months.

Nourishing Hair Mask

• 2 Tbsp avocado oil
• 4 drops Rosemary essential oil
• 3 drops Lavender essential oil
• Gently mix the avocado oil and essential oils together, then apply directly to the hair either in a small spray bottle or by dipping a wide tooth comb/brush into the mixture and brushing into the hair. Focus on dry areas and ends.
• Let sit 30-60 minutes, then rinse, wash and style per usual.

DIY Detangler Spray

• 4oz glass spray bottle
• 1 tsp KidScents or Copaiba Vanilla conditioner
• 1 dropperful Mirah Hair oil
• 10 drops each Lavender, Geranium essential oils Mix into spray bottle and use to detangle hair as needed.

School Hair, Don't Care Spray (great for keeping those pesky school annoyances away!)

• 4 oz glass spray bottle
• 10 drops Tea Tree
• 12 drops Lavender
• 8 drops Geranium
• Add a couple squirts of witch hazel + then top with water. Give it a good shake + spray on hair twice a day - before and after school!

DIY Dry Shampoo For light hair:

• 1/4 cup organic arrowroot powder
• 1 Tbsp baking soda (optional, helps with oily scalp)
• 1 tsp organic turmeric powder (optional, for golden tones)
• 1 tsp beet root powder or raspberry fruit powder (optional, for red hues)
• 3 drops Lavender Essential Oil
• 3 drops Rosemary Essential Oil
• 2 drops Cedarwood Essential Oil

For darker hair:

• 2 Tbsp organic arrowroot powder
• 2 Tbsp organic raw cacao powder
• ½-1 Tbsp baking soda (optional, helps with oily scalp)
• 3 drops Lavender Essential Oil
• 3 drops Rosemary Essential Oil
• 2 drops Cedarwood Essential Oil

Add powders to a food processor and pulse to incorporate. Add essential oils and gently pulse again. You may have to play with the amount of turmeric, paprika or cocoa powder that you add in order to get a shade that is perfect for you. Option to leave these out all together as well! Try adding these 1 teaspoon or so at a time and test it to your root color, adding more if you need. If your mixture becomes too dark, add a little more arrowroot powder to lighten it.

Store your mixture in a glass jar. When ready to use, apply the powder to the roots of your hair using a makeup brush. And enjoy the calming yet uplifting aroma of the lavender and rosemary as you go throughout your day!

DIY Mermaid Hair Spritz Bring out your inner mermaid with this daily hair spritz that strengthens hair, promotes shine and growth, and smells incredible.

• 20 drops Cedarwood
• 20 drops Rosemary
• 20 drops Lavender
• 10 drops Geranium
• 10 drops Joy
• Alcohol-free witch hazel
• 4oz glass spray bottle Add essential oils to a 4oz glass spray bottle, then fill with alcohol-free witch hazel. Spray onto wet hair daily. You can also spray onto dry hair to refresh.

Dry Scalp Rinse

• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar with ‘the mother'
• 5 drops each Tea Tree, Rosemary Mix together and spray onto the scalp. Let sit for 30 minutes then rinse and wash per usual.

DIY Dry Scalp Shampoo

• YL Bath and Shower Gel Base
• 10 drops each Lemon, Rosemary
• 20 drops Lavender
• 5 drops Peppermint
• 10 drops Cedarwood for growth