Scalp Health Starts Here
is the ultimate resource for understanding, protecting, and restoring the foundation of healthy hair on your scalp. As the final installment in the
From Root to Tip
series, this guide brings your natural hair education full circle by addressing the often-overlooked skin beneath the strands.
Written by Constance Hunter, a certified trichologist, licensed master cosmetologist, and educator, this guide blends science, real-world salon expertise, and holistic care practices to help you recognize and address scalp concerns before they lead to lasting damage. Whether you are experiencing irritation, flaking, tenderness, thinning, or visible hair loss,
provides clear, practical steps to restore balance and encourage healthy regrowth.
Inside, you'll learn how to identify and manage common scalp conditions that disproportionately affect textured hair, including Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA), traction alopecia, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, fungal infections, and contact dermatitis. Each section explains the underlying causes, early warning signs, and both medical and holistic treatment options so you can make informed decisions about your care.
Constance also explores the powerful connections between scalp health, nutrition, hydration, stress management, and lifestyle habits. You'll discover how daily practices, such as proper cleansing, scalp massages, and product selection, can either promote a thriving scalp environment or quietly contribute to inflammation and hair loss over time.
This guide doesn't just focus on symptoms; it teaches you how to create a preventative, sustainable scalp care routine that fits your lifestyle and goals. From gentle cleansing methods to ingredient awareness and when to seek professional help, every recommendation is designed to empower you with clarity and confidence.
Whether you are a stylist seeking to better serve your clients, a natural hair enthusiast ready to deepen your understanding, or someone searching for solutions after years of frustration,
is your trusted reference.
Healthy hair begins long before it emerges from the follicle; it starts with the skin that nourishes it. And when you give your scalp the attention it deserves, every strand has the chance to thrive.