Massage Your Way to Gorgeous & Healthy Hair
The Structure of the Hair
To better understand how scalp massages can promote hair growth, let's break things down a bit further.
A singular strand of hair is made up of three parts: the medulla (innermost layer), the cortex (middle layer), and the cuticle (outermost layer). Each strand of hair is connected to a root encased in a covering called the follicle, which lies below the surface of the skin. The hair follicles (the only living part of the hair) are connected to what's known as the dermal papilla, which is fed by the bloodstream to produce new hair.
Many people attribute hair loss to hereditary factors and believe that if it's hereditary, it's inevitable, but new research suggests that might not be the case.
The idea is that by increasing blood flow to the scalp through massage stimulation, you are able to grow healthier, and in some cases, even thicker hair.
Benefits of a Scalp Massage
Scalp massages are beneficial for a variety of reasons, which is why we recommend that people receive them not only when their hair is done, but also as part of their regular self-care routine. The scalp can be massaged with just your fingertips or with scalp massagers like the portable Scalp Mini by Breo. Benefits are-
· Promotes better sleep
· Improves blood circulation
· Boosts immune function
· Reduces the stress of a long day at work
· Soothes scalp dryness
· Reduces tension headaches
· Decreases pain and discomfort
At Home Scalp Massage
Daily scalp massages decrease inflammation and can help to reduce symptoms of stress. One study found that just four minutes of scalp massage stimulation per day can increase hair growth while decreasing overall stress. Our advice? Incorporate it into your daily shower or bath routine. Use your favorite shampoo and essential oil with your Scalp 2 or Scalp Mini to really get the most out of your scalp massage.
Scalp massages can help ease tension in the area, reduce stress and even improve the quality of one's hair. And the greatest part is that they are quick and easy to do, and they can easily be incorporated into your daily routine (or weekly). If you do, you won't regret it!
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