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The perfect alternative for allergy sufferers, hypoallergenic hair care can give us the strength and shine we long for without compromising our skin. It’s also often the more eco-friendly choice, thanks to natural ingredients as opposed to chemicals which could harm our environment.

What does hypoallergenic hair care mean?

The term ‘hypoallergenic’ refers to substances that are unlikely or less likely to cause an allergic reaction. You may see it on pillows, detergent or cosmetics, for example.

Hypoallergenic products are less likely to irritate our skin because they do not contain harmful chemicals. If you’ve...

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The history of henna goes back as far as Ancient Egypt. According to legend, the queen Cleopatra would use henna as paint to decorate her body, while mummies were also adorned with decorative patterns.

There are also links between henna and the Middle East and North Africa, as well as India, where it has been used as part of wedding ceremonies for centuries. But beyond its decorative properties, henna is also a powerful natural ingredient that can be used as part of our beauty and general wellbeing daily routines.

Why did henna...

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Veganuary is round the corner, so we’ve put together our vegan beauty tips to get you off to a great start. Every year, 400,000 people sign up for 30 days of meat-free food and vegan beauty products. To be truly vegan is to go beyond your diet – you can make those changes to your skin and haircare routine, too! Get set for change with our vegan beauty tips and product ideas.

Make your own skin mask

Sustainability doesn’t come any better than making your own! Find yourself an over-ripe avocado and mix it with a teaspoon...

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Though advertising and product packaging traditionally displays henna as a product for women, henna hair dye for men is a growing market. There’s no difference in the impact or benefits of using henna on the hair and scalp. The only difference is the user.

Why is henna the perfect hair dye for men?

Henna cream, powders and dyes are all ideal for achieving a natural shade upgrade in men. Furthermore, henna shampoo is just as kind on men’s scalp.

In fact, men may even benefit more from the use of henna for their...

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Nothing says Happy Holidays like sustainable Christmas gifts. At itselixir, we’re proud to support all-organic, natural products that will delight without harming the environment. Wow them this year with our eco-friendly Christmas gifts guide – one for all 12 days!

Enjoy upcycled ethical Christmas gifts

Bring back the old-skool with retro fashion. Beyond Retro gives classic looks a new lease of life with upcycled fashion for men and women. Plus, they have vintage Christmas sweaters!

Guilt-free coffee

For the latte lover in your life, these ethical gifts promote wellness through an organic turmeric...

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Stay safe, strong and shiny with our seven natural summer hair tips.

Swimming, sandy beaches and strong rays – the summer season is great for keeping us active, but it wreaks havoc on our hair. If you’re spending too many hours in the sun, you might notice one or more of the following:

• Discoloration, both on natural and dyed hair
• Dry feeling tips
• Brittle strands that break easily
• Split ends
• Extra frizz
• General thinning
• More difficulty styling.

So, how can you prevent sun damaged hair and protect your scalp this summer? Try these simple summer...

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They may have been designed with good intentions, but using Q-Tips for ear wax removal will only make your problem worse! In fact, statistics show that 73 per cent of people who were injured using cotton buds were using them in their ears.

Why seek alternatives to cotton buds?

The problem with cotton buds for ear cleaning is that they push ear wax further into the ear. This could cause potentially worse blockages, or even a perforated eardrum. If you’ve got a wax build-up problem, there are plenty of alternatives.

Ear cleaning techniques – the...

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When we talk about “natural beauty”, we tend to think about those who wear little to no makeup, or embrace their “real” hair and skin. While it’s a broad concept, in the modern-day cosmetics industry, we’re also referring to natural beauty products.

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With styling, products and the elements to battle, it’s no wonder our hair falls victim to the dreaded frizz. While a few lifestyle changes can make a huge difference to hair breakage, there’s also a natural hair care treatment solution: henna.

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Looking for a natural hair dye? Read more about the benefits of using henna to dye your hair and if it is good for your hair at itselixir.

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