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Have you ever heard of “skinification”? This new trend has completely shaken up the hair industry! Many companies have jumped on the bandwagon, offering products inspired by this increasingly popular practice.

Skinification means treating the hair and scalp just as you would the skin on the face. It applies both to the types of products offered and to the ingredients featured in the formulas.

HOW TO “SKINIFY” YOUR HAIR ROUTINE?

“Skinifying” goes well beyond shampoos and conditioners! A healthy scalp reflects on the hair’s appearance. Therefore, it is important to provide tailored care to the skin of the scalp.  

This reality is exemplified by hair loss treatments in the form of various sprays, serums and foams on the market. For its part, the brand Rene Furterer has long understood the importance of pampering the scalp.

UNDERSTANDING INGREDIENTS AND TERMINOLOGY

To create your ideal “skinified” hair routine, it’s important to know the basics of the active ingredients, as well as their functions. Here are a number of them:

• Hyaluronic acid: Optimizes water retention to increase the level of hydration
• Glycolic acid: Eliminates dead cells and reduces signs of aging (fine lines, hyperpigmentation, etc.)
• Salicylic acid: Exfoliates and purifies the skin; this ingredient also has anti-inflammatory properties
• Charcoal: Eliminates toxins, impurities and excess sebum
• Vitamin B5 (panthenol): Hydrates, soothes the skin and speeds healing
• Zinc: Calms irritated skin and offers antibacterial benefits
• Caffeine: Stimulates blood circulation
• Taurine: Speeds renewal of skin cells
• Niacinamide: Protects from free radicals, uniformizes texture and reduces the appearance of pores
• Ceramide: Forms a protective barrier that maintains the level of hydration

Example: Do you suffer from dandruff and an itchy scalp? A salicylic acid, hyaluronic acid and zinc combination may be just the cocktail for you.

More and more hair products contain these ingredients. All you need to do now is determine what your scalp and hair really need!

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