By Verna Meachum From the beginning of time, humans have been using rosemary oil for its health benefits and medicinal properties. But with so many myths out there about this timeless tonic, it’s important to know just what rosemary oil can do – and what it can’t! In this blog post, we’ll tackle some of these misconceptions to provide a better understanding of how this fragrant herb works, and see if any of those unusual ingredients that pop up in online recipes are actually true. So pour yourself a calming cup of tea—we’re going on an exploration into the wonderful world...
If you're a fan of grapefruit, you might be surprised to learn that the peel of this citrus fruit can be used to make an essential oil that has some surprising benefits for your hair. Grapefruit peel oil is becoming increasingly popular as a natural hair care ingredient, but is it really good or just plain goofy? According to cosmetic dermatologist Paul Frank MD, not only is it a great cleanser that reduces dandruff but it also removes excess sebum that can help "promote the right scalp environment for hair growth."  According to BYRDIE.com... . . . Righteous Roots Wash Day...
The below screenshot is a recent post about what has come to be known as the INVERSION METHOD. . . . So what is the inversion method? The common belief is that if you turn your head upside down while scalp massaging with warm oils for about 5 minutes 3 times a week, the increased blood flow can enhance hair growth. This method has been adopted by people all across the globe. . . Is this actually proven to work? The simple truth is, “No scientific studies have been published that either prove or disprove the inversion method's ability to...
Written by Verna Meachum of The Mestiza Muse Introducing the newest addition to the Righteous Roots Oils line: our Clarifying Shampoo and Conditioner! It's brand new to the market and sure to become a favorite among those who are looking for quality good-for-your-hair products. It's an especially good time for anyone who's ready to turn their regimen up a notch. If you're anything like us, the urge to pamper yourself — and your hair — has returned as spring enters the stage. It's possible that you just need to get yourself into a healthier washing schedule, alter your color, or...
Now that it's winter time and many of us are wearing hoodies and sweaters, we may notice that the lower hanging portions of our hair tends to knot up or just become a tangled mess in some cases. Scarves, turtle necks and high collars have also pled guilty to ruining some of our best hair days. Social media, hair stylists and industry experts are leaning more towards dry detangling; a technique that calls for hair to be detangled while in its dry state. But is it good for all hair types? According to Naturally Curly.com.... So what are the true...
by Verna Meachum There are many different types of hair treatments that you can do at home, but two of the most popular are the pre poo oil treatment and the hot oil treatment. But, they’re actually very different from each other! So, what’s the difference? And which one is better for your hair? The main differences between these two treatments are how they work with your hair, and at what stage of the washing cycle are they are applied. Remember the VO5 hot oil treatments in the 80s? They were all the rave! I remember using them on my hair, and...
