Sometimes it is not necessary to take a plane to travel around the world, but it is possible to do so by discovering the traditions and rituals of different peoples, such as the beauty rituals scattered around the world. Hair care has always fascinated people and cultures to the point of becoming almost iconic gestures.
Beauty rituals from around the world characterize different cultures and, by knowing them better, it is possible to steal little secrets to add to your beauty routine. We scoured the world looking for unfamiliar hair care routines that will keep your hair looking bright, long and healthy.
JAPAN : Camellia Oil
Most Japanese skin and hair care products include oils; the most popular is camellia oil, which is part of traditional Japanese hair care. Camellia oil is often incorporated into Japanese shampoos and conditioners, but women also apply pure camellia oil directly to wet hair to seal in natural moisture and keep hair hydrated. Camellia oil prevents split ends, repairs hair and you will notice that it is much easier to detangle your hair after applying this oil. Argan oil became popular a few years ago in many western countries, but you should definitely try camellia oil.
Africa shea butter
Used for generations in Africa, shea butter is known for its moisturizing and nourishing properties on the skin, but it is also a great ally for the hair, especially when it is dry and damaged. Rich in vitamins and essential fatty acids, shea butter helps repair weakened hair by penetrating the hair fiber deeply.
- Vitamins A : make the hair supple and shiny.
- Vitamins D : help growth and cell renewal.
- Vitamin E : antioxidant and promotes blood circulation.
- Essential fatty acids: they allow to moisturize deeply.
Rice water : a beauty secret from Asia
Used for centuries by Japanese women as a cosmetic treatment, rice, and its variations, has incredible virtues for the beauty of the skin and hair. The women of the imperial court already used remedies based on rice bran oil, rice bran powder or simply rice water.
The anti-aging properties of rice bran for the skin, as well as the strength and shine it gave to women’s long hair, were particularly popular. The very fine rice powder obtained from ground rice grains was the beauty secret of geishas to whiten their complexion and fight against premature skin aging. Very popular in Europe at the beginning of the 20th century, when white skin was fashionable, it was abandoned when the era of tanning appeared. For a few years now, rice powder has been making a comeback by being acclaimed for its benefits and its respect for sensitive skin, as well as for allergic skin, and is found in the composition of many cosmetics.
India : Henna is a miraculous remedy for the scalp !
Originally from India and north africa, henna is an endowed shrub whose leaves, dried and pulverized, have been used as a natural hair dye. In powder form, they produce beautiful red, yellow and orange hues, ideal for enhancing hair. The natural henna powder allows to bring a beautiful coloring to the hair without damaging it. But in addition to the beautiful highlights that hair gains, it also acquires shine and volume. And best of all, natural henna is suitable for all hair types (oily, dry and normal) !
- Natural henna gives more volume and tone to fine hair.
- It strengthens and revitalizes the scalp.
- It slows down hair loss.
- It encourages hair growth.
- It restores shine to hair
- It is the ideal product to fight against bacteria and mycosis.
- It is thus a natural anti-dandruff.
