When you were 15, you have been an Invincible Hair Hero. You could use the cheapest shampoo from a supermarket or an old burnt curling tong, and yet your hair would look gorgeous. Your body was producing a lot of natural oils that protected your scalp and moisturized the hair. However, with age your scalp started producing less sebum and your hair become dry and brittle. If there isn’t enough moisture, along with the dry hair, you may also get a flaky and itchy scalp. A healthy scalp routine 1. Massage it to increase blood circulation. 2. Comb the hair every day with a high-quality brush. 3. Wash your hair the salon way. It’s time to get rid of drugstore products that create unhealthy buildup and block the natural oils. Switch to a quality shampoo and conditioner that will allow your scalp to breathe. Why your hair is dry? The other reason for the dry hair is damaged protection layer. When the cuticle is broken, your hair won't keep all the applied and produced moisture. Here's why it may happen: A hot dry air from central heating isn’t just a perfect environment for viruses, but also the reason for split hair cuticle. Such air absorbs all the healthy oils from your scalp, hair and skin. Get air humidifier to add the moisture or open the windows at least once a day. Hair products that contain several types of alcohol can also take the moisture away, especially sprays and styling products. Ingredients that start with “prop” would definitely dry your hair. Keep in mind that some alcohols are safe, such as stearyl and cetyl alcohol. Tomoyuki&Co’s favourite dry hair remedies Jojoba oil will give your scalp a very good moisture and may cure dry scalp conditions. Add a few drops of jojoba oil to your shampoo or massage it to your roots. SPA mist is the innovative and effective hair treatment that just arrived in London. We apply a professional hair product and cover your head with a steam cap. The cap creates the mist that penetrates hair cuticles and locks the moisture inside. At Tomoyuki&Co we have a range of SPA mist treatments - you can start with Deep Conditioning SPA mist, and just come for quick Express sessions once a month to maintain good hair condition. Add Avocado to your list of foods for healthy hair and also apply as a hair mask. Mash the avocado, mix with some olive oil and apply on your scalp and hair. It’s always better to prevent the damage, rather than try finding cures for dry hair. But there’s always a solution! Most hair can be restored with the right treatments, habits and products. Keep it balanced! #dryhair #healthyhair #healthyscalp

Salon treatments are designed to moisturise the hair from the inside out, restore and protect your scalp and boost hair growth. Read on to explore the variety of treatments and find the perfect one for your hair type. What is the difference between salon and in-home treatments? Salon hair treatments are made with high-quality non-toxic ingredients. Based on your hair type and health, the professional hairdresser will decide on the application technique, timing and amount of product. Applying salon treatments at home can be dangerous because you may burn the scalp or ruin your colour. Home treatments are relatively inexpensive because they are made of cheaper ingredients. They can slightly improve your hair’s condition for a short period of time, but we don’t recommend using it more often than once a month. When applied regularly, there's a risk that your scalp pores will be blocked, which may lead to irritation and dryness. Types of hair treatments The salon deep conditioning treatment consists of head massage, soaking and application of various hair masks. This treatment removes product buildup, hydrates your scalp and cures broken cuticles that are responsible for keeping your hair strong and moisturised. SPA mist hair treatment uses ultra sound to generate mist and from purified water to restore dry and dull hair. This mist allows the product to penetrate to your hair cuticle and hydrate it to the core. The treatment nourishes, moisturises and conditions colour treated and damaged hair, resulting in healthy and youthful hair. The Olaplex hair treatments are best friends of those who dye their hair regularly. Created on a bond-building formula, it repairs even extremely damaged hair. The salon Olaplex treatment consists of 2 steps: the first one is mixed with your bleach to soften the aggressive chemicals, and the second is applied during final wash after the dye. Scalp treatments are aimed to regenerate scalp’s surface and promote hair growth. They are recommended if you experience hair loss, dandruff, itchy and red scalp. During the treatment, the hairdresser uses products that contain antioxidants, peppermint oil and botanicals. How often should I get the salon hair treatments? Think about facials - how often do you get one? It’s pretty much the same for the hair. The deep conditioning and SPA mist treatments should be applied every 2 or 3 weeks, but even once a month would make a huge difference to your hair. You should also consider conditioning treatment 1 week before colouring to prepare hair’s surface for chemicals. Scalp treatments are normally applied very often to restore the scalp, and then once in a month or two to prevent further problems. Come for a treatment (see the price list) if you have dry and frizzy hair, clogged pores and irritated scalp. We will carefully examine your hair and choose the effective remedy to solve your situation.

So how do we wash your hair in the salon? Tomoyuki shares the Japanese hair washing routine that will improve your hairs condition without any additional products or treatments. Hair washing technique Quality washing should take about 12 minutes - the same time we wash your hair in the salon: 1. Gently comb your hair to untangle the knots. 2. Wet your hair with warm water before applying a shampoo. The ideal water temperature is 39 degrees. If the temperature is too high, you will wash out the healthy oil from your scalp. Did you know that the human scalp is three times dirtier than our face skin? And 80% of dirt can be washed away with just water. So try to spend twice as much time as you usually spend on rinsing. If your hair gets enough hydration, you will also need less shampoo to create a good lather. As a result, your scalp will get fewer chemicals + your favourite shampoo will last longer. 3. Use the palms of your hands to massage a shampoo into your scalp. Start from the back of your head and create very fine bubbles. Such gentle application will ensure your hair’s cuticle is not damaged. This is especially important if you use "high street" shampoos with high detergency. We recommend investing in a high quality shampoo that doesn't create the build up on your hair and designed particularly for your hair type. If you wet your hair properly, you will only need a small amount of such shampoo. 4. Gently massage your scalp with fingertips, but don’t scratch it with nails. 5. If you have medium or long hair, spread the foam throughout the length. Don't scrub the ends as it's easy to damage them. 6. Rinse your hair and don’t forget about the areas behind your ears, on the back of your neck and the hairline. Spend at least 3 minutes on that. 7. Drain your hair and brush gently. Apply treatment or conditioner throughout the length avoiding the root area. Leave it for some time. 8. Rinse hair thoroughly again to to remove all the buildup and dirt. 9. Dry your scalp and hair properly using mild temperature of your hair dryer. Bacteria loves dirt from the scalp and dump environment, so make sure your scalp is fully dry before you go out. Try to make these rules your regular hair routine. After some time, you will notice that the hair become stronger and shinier, and your scalp is healthier. Yours, Tomoyuki #healthyhair #hairtutorial

What to eat for healthy hair? In general, choose products that contain protein, zinc and vitamins. The lack of at least one of it may lead to hair loss, damages and scalp problems. Best foods for your hair 1. Eggs and chicken. There’s a whole life inside an egg, so it contains a lot of zinc and protein to sustain it, and chicken is simply full of proteins. 2. Pigs’ feet. This unusual superfood is rich in collagen - a nutrient that keeps hair and skin moisturised and youthful. 3. Salmon and eel. After 30, we see the decrease of fatty acids in our body, so we need to add products that contain it to our regular diet. Salmon and eel are rich with omega-3 (particularly DHA) so they are your must-have foods for the fast growing, shiny and strong hair. 4. Beans. Soybean, kidney beans, lentils and products made of it (tofu, soy milk) contain isoflavones - ingredients similar to female hormones that work to protect your hair. 5. Nuts. Walnuts also contain omega-3 that prevent hair loss. Peanuts and almonds are rich in zinc. 6. Green and Yellow veggies are all about vitamins and iron. 7. Carrots. Carrots are rich with Vitamin A that heals dry hair and scalp. 8. Dairy. Yogurt, cheese and milk are rich in calcium and have high-quality proteins. 9. Chocolate. Cacao beans contain zinc and theobromine that eases the stress. Stress is a typical cause of hair loss as it lowers the circulation and causes hormonal imbalance. 10. Sesame. 90% of sesame's ingredients contain essential nutrients that promote hair’s health. 11. Oysters. Oysters contain more zinc than any other product, but also rich with iron, copper and taurine - an amino acid that to lower cholesterol. 12. Red peppers. Red peppers contain capsaicin that improves blood circulation in the scalp and enhances hair growth. 13. Liver. Liver has lots of zinc, iron and vitamins. It will help you fight dandruff. 14. Tomato. Tomatoes contains lycopene that acts like an antioxidant that prevents hair ageing. 15. Citrus. Citrus fruits are simple affordable foods, however they are enriched with Vitamin C that also helps fighting hair ageing. #healthyhair #hairgrowth