Columbus, OH

When it comes to hair care, we often focus on the strands themselves, but there's a crucial element that is often overlooked—the scalp. Just like the soil in a garden, your scalp is the foundation from which healthy, vibrant hair grows. Neglecting scalp health can lead to a host of issues, from dandruff and itchiness to hair thinning and loss.

10 Ways to Maintain a Healthy Scalp for Longer, Stronger Hair

I exfoliate my face bi-weekly—yet, save for the occasional clarifying shampoo, I rarely slough dead skin from my scalp. My lack of attention becomes particularly apparent in the soupy summer months, when sweat and product buildup (often from excess dry shampoo) mix and form a palpable film at my roots. Physical sensation aside, buildup hinders hair health and may even prevent strands from growing their strongest. As trichologist Gretchen Friese previously told InStyle, “Creating a healthy [scalp] environment for hair to grow is essential for thick, healthy hair.” The Aromatica Rosemary Scalp Scaling Shampoo is formulated to do exactly that—and, per shoppers, it creates thicker hair by proliferating strands.

A Shopper’s Hair Is “Growing Like Crazy” With This Strengthening Rosemary Shampoo

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See some lesser-known and study-backed remedies for hair loss like the essential oil that works in 7 days

6 Surprising Ways To Help Your Hair Grow and Reverse Hair Loss for Women Over 50

Woman's World

It’s no secret that menopause can, unfortunately, wreak havoc on us. From changes in your body to dealing with menopausal acne to mood changes, it can feel like you just can’t catch a break. As frustrating as it is, we promise you’re not alone — and these problems don’t have to last forever. One of ...

Guide to Menopausal Hair Loss: Trichologist Shares the Best Products That Promote Hair Growth

Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) might be a natural alternative for hair care. Possible benefits include removing excess oil and buildup, softening hair, and restoring pH (acid/base balance). However, this method comes with disadvantages, including the risk of hair damage over time. What is referred to as the "no poo" (short...

Baking Soda for Hair

El Paso, TX

Dorothy Staten knows the importance of having a room of one’s own. So at 106 years old, she still lives in her own apartment, enjoying good health and dispensing tips on how to live a long life. She has firm rules about sugar, alcohol, cold drinks and ice cream.

Woman, 106, still lives in her own apartment, eats these healthy foods every day

Kansas City, MO

Tavia Hunt, the wife of Kansas City Chiefs CEO and part-owner Clark Hunt, gave a glimpse of her daughter’s decked out dorm room. In an Instagram post from Aug. 23, Tavia Hunt shared a series of photos from her youngest daughter Ava Hunt’s dorm room at Southern Methodist University, which received a massive makeover.

Kansas City Chiefs owner’s daughter is taking fans breath away with her lavish dorm room — see the pics

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Jen Terry

In recent years, wellness trends have often looked to unconventional methods to promote health and relaxation. One such curious practice involves wrapping your feet in cabbage leaves. While it might sound odd, this technique has intrigued many and is touted for various benefits. Here’s a closer look at what happens when you wrap your feet in cabbage and why some people swear by it.

What Happens If You Wrap Your Feet in Cabbage Leaves

Pasta is a delicious staple food full of energizing carbs. But what you put on your pasta — whether it's a creamy cheese or a classic marinara — is just as important as the noodles underneath. Think of pasta sauce as a flavorful way to sneak in nutrient-dense...

What's the healthiest pasta sauce? The top 2 picks, according to dietitians

Real Simple

Castor Oil Is the Secret to Healthy Hair, Trichologists Say—Here's What It Can Do

Herbie J Pilato

In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

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If you’re dealing with thinning hair, it can be challenging to find the right supplement that will genuinely help improve hair growth. Remember, your first step should always be consulting with a dermatologist. In the meantime, to ease your search, w...

3 Popular Supplements Hair Experts Say 'Don't Help With Thinning Hair'—And What Actually Works

And just like that, the sun is setting on another fun-filled summer. Labor Day weekend kicks off on Friday, which means that the fall season — and the return to our routines — is just around the corner. Before we bid summer goodbye, we're taking this last week...

A closet organization hack, Amazon leggings you’ll live in for fall and more — from $10

More than a decade after TLC’s “What Not to Wear” ended, Stacy London and Clinton Kelly are teaming up to host a new eight-episode streaming series called “Wear Whatever the F You Want.”. As the name suggests, the focus of the new show, which will stream...

Clinton Kelly, Stacy London are reuniting for new show ‘Wear Whatever The F You Want’

Hold onto your spoons because a storm is brewing at Dairy Queen: The chain announced it’s offering customers buy one, get one Blizzard Treats to kick off its fall flavor lineup. From Sept. 9 to 22, DQ rewards members can head over to their local restaurant for BOGO frozen...

Dairy Queen is giving out free Blizzards in September

While we always prioritize our skin-care routines, we sometimes forget about our scalps. They need hydration just like the rest of the skin. “Think about your scalp as an extension of your face,” says Gretchen Friese, MD, a trichologist at BosleyMD. “We need to keep the scalp moisturized to keep it healthy—and [keep] the follicles healthy for hair growth.”

How to Moisturize Your Scalp for Maximum Hair Growth

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Pinehurst, NC

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Choosing the right place to retire involves balancing affordability, access to healthcare, and proximity to loved ones. But safety is also crucial, especially for older adults.

Lovely North Carolina City Was Just Crowned America’s Safest Place To Retire

It's only been a few weeks since Amazon Prime Day, an event created by Amazon, wrapped up. Incase you missed out on the summer savings, we have exciting news for you. Amazon recently announced the return of its October Prime Day: Prime Big Deal Days. When is Amazon Prime Big...

Amazon announces another Prime Day is coming: Everything to know

Social media personality Alix Earle has addressed recent claims about her trademarking offensive comments she previously made on Askfm. In a statement shared on her Instagram story on Monday, Earle admitted she had repeatedly used a racial slur on the question-and-answer website in 2014. She apologized for making those comments.

Alix Earle apologizes for using racial slur in resurfaced comments

If you've ventured into the world of hair loss products in hopes of achieving the longer, thicker hair of your dreams, you've likely heard about biotin. In fact, its prevalence in everything from shampoos and serums to supplements and hair growth gummies would lead most people to believe that it's the secret to longer, lusher hair.

Can biotin help with hair growth? We asked dermatologists

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Defining your hair type and how to take care of it, according to experts

Figuring out your hair type isn't always linear. It may be easy to tell if your hair is curly or straight, but there's actually more to...

Defining your hair type and how to take care of it, according to experts

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