Most people love a good massage, whether it’s from a partner or a professional. Not only does it help to ease tense muscles and remove knots, it also helps to relax the mind. Massage can be done just about anywhere on the body, with the neck, back and shoulders being a popular choice to relieve tension. And while a good head and scalp massage can take you to a state of bliss, it also comes with another huge benefit: encouraging your hair to grow faster and thicker, and become generally healthier. As if we needed an excuse!
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Hair loss and thinning is something that affects many of us, and can be caused by factors such as stress, hormonal changes and genetics. Whatever the reason behind it, losing hair can be a humiliating and anxiety-inducing ordeal. And while there are different products on the market that can be ingested or applied to hair to either make it appear thicker or make it grow faster, they tend to concentrate on the hair rather than the, er, root of the problem – the scalp. Taking care of this area first can often lead to improvements in growth and fullness, which is why incorporating head and scalp massages into your routine can help you on your path to a fuller, more luscious head of hair.
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There are many studies that have shown that three to four minutes of scalp massage daily can kick-start circulation and stimulate blood flow to your hair follicles. This, in turn, can lead to an improvement in hair growth. Not only that, but over time it can also improve the overall texture of your hair. Results will take time, but since the massage experience is such a pleasant one, this is one beauty task that shouldn’t feel like a burden!
To massage your head and scalp, you can use your fingers. Or you can invest in one of these great gadgets:
This purchase won't break the bank yet is still a great pick for a brush-massager combo This brush is ideal for applying shampoo, wax, conditioner or gel evenly through hair or giving an invigorating scalp massage when washing If you're looking for more from your head massage, this device is a great investment This hi-tech scalp massager has 28 individual massage nodes that offer you all-round head relaxation and stress relief Head massages don't have to be expensive – you can do it yourself with this cheap-and-cheerful comb This budget-friendly brush is ideal for gentle scalp massage during shampooing and for distributing gels, waxes and pomades during styling1. Easy care
Clicks Essentials Styling Shower Brush
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Naipo Scalp Massager
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Hair Cair Scalp Massager
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