Scalp Check: How to Detox Yours After a Long, Hot Summer

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After a long, hot summer >sunscreen, saltwater, and slicked-back hair>detox. While your strands may get all the TLC, your scalp—where healthy hair starts—often needs more attention than it gets. The buildup of oils, environmental grime, and product residue can clog follicles, trigger flakes, and affect growth. As fall approaches, it’s the perfect time

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