Haircare Journey I’m a 27-year-old from South Asia. My hair used to be my pride and joy—thick, shiny, and strong, thanks to the humid, lush environment I grew up in. But everything changed when I moved to the States a year ago.
The dry weather hit my hair hard. My thick locks became dry, brittle, and started falling out like crazy. It was a nightmare. I tried everything—deep conditioning treatments, leave-ins, hair masks—but nothing seemed to work. I was piling on products, hoping for a miracle, but my hair just kept getting worse.
I did the only thing I knew—called up my mom. We reminisced about how she would oil my hair every week (core childhood memory!). It was such a simple routine, but my hair always thrived. So, I decided to go back to basics and reintroduce hair oiling into my routine.
Key to note: It’s a slow, meditative but consistent process. I started using hair oil religiously, along with a gentle shampoo and a serum at night. Slowly but surely, the tide began to turn. Six months in, my hair loss has almost entirely stopped. My hair is so much softer, less frizzy, and I’ve finally stopped the excessive shedding. It’s like my hair is alive again!
I’ve ditched 80% of the other products I used to rely on. I hardly ever reach for my deep conditioners or leave-ins anymore because the oil does all the heavy lifting.
Hair Oil Recommendations Based on Your Goals:
- Dabur Amla Oil for growth (followed by serum and shampoo from time to time)
- Parachute Coconut Oil if you need a simple, hydrating oil for maintenance
- Verb Hair Oil for the hair ends and to add a bit of shine
Has anyone else gone back to basics in their routine?
