Controlling Itchy Scalp, Dandruff, Eczema, Psoriasis, and Dermatitis with Neem Oil

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In this post we focus on natural ways of dealing with itchy scalp and dandruff, as well as more complex and aggravating issues such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis. The focus is on oil from the neem tree. The neem tree is a tropical, evergreen tree that originated in India but grows in other places like Jamaica. Here are some pictures of the leaf and the flower, you might have seen this tree around and not even know it was good for more than just shade!

All parts of the tree have been used medicinally for centuries. It is widely used in toothpastes, soaps and lotion today, as well as being a biological insecticide. Neem oil, also called neem seed oil or neem tree oil, is the oil pressed from the seed kernels of the neem tree. Raw neem oil has a strong, pungent odour, often described as similar to sulphur and garlic. Yes, raw neem oil stinks. But the components that give off the offensive sulfurous smell are the ingredients that make neem oil so effective. A refined, deodorized neem oil is generally not what you want! The closer to its natural state something is the healthier and the better for you it is. and so despite the smell neem oil is a very popular ingredient in hair and skin care products because it:

* Restores damaged hair and is an excellent moisturiser.
* Soothes irritated skin, and studies showed it can kill harmful bacteria or skin parasites.

* Relieve dry and itchy scalp, dandruff, the symptoms of scalp psoriasis, as well as giving you silky, shiny, stronger hair.

* Can even help with hair problems like hair loss and premature graying, where loss of hair or loss of colour is caused by imbalances and health issues, rather than normal aging.

Most people's skin/scalp is dry from too much exposure to harsh chemicals, environmental toxins, and even the things in your average shampoo... Oil is good. Oil is a rich, nourishing treatment. Regular hot oil treatments  are beneficial for your hair and we offer several options at BEAUTIFUL EARTH NATURAL HAIR HAVEN. For those with issues with itching, dandruff, psoriasis, and dermatitis we offer an Intensive Neem Oil Treatment in which we massage neem oil (within a combination of other oils, such as Jamaican Virgin Coconut and Castor Oils) into your hair and scalp, cover and leave on for 15-30 minutes under a warm hairdryer, and then the hair is washed with shampoo infused with neem. You'll love the difference!

We also offer our Anti-Itch Neem Oil Treatment that you can take home and use as a hot oil treatment before you wash your hair. The combination of oils in this mixture helps to relieve dry and itchy scalp, dandruff, the symptoms of scalp psoriasis, as well as giving you silky, shiny, stronger hair! And you can ask for a formulation specific to your needs! We can provide treatments that are milder (for daily use) or stronger for those with more severe scalp issues. Just ask!

100% Jamaican Virgin Coconut Oil: Our Wonder Oil

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THE WONDER OIL 

Coconut Oil is of special interest to us because it has healing properties far beyond that of any other dietary oil and is extensively used in traditional medicine. Only recently has modern medical science unlocked the secrets to coconut's amazing healing powers. Once mistakenly believed to be unhealthy because of its high saturated fat content, it is now known that the fat in the coconut is a unique and different from most all other fats and possesses many health giving properties. Indeed, Coconut Oil has been described as "the healthiest oil on earth." 


Studies in India have been done on how effective various oils are on treating damaged hair. The study compared mineral oil, sunflower oil, and coconut oil. Their results:

The findings clearly indicate the strong impact that coconut oil application has to hair as compared to application of both sunflower and mineral oils. Among three oils, coconut oil was the only oil found to reduce the protein loss remarkably for both undamaged and damaged hair when used as a pre-wash and post-wash grooming product. Both sunflower and mineral oils do not help at all in reducing the protein loss from hair. This difference in results could arise from the composition of each of these oils. Coconut oil, being a triglyceride of lauric acid (principal fatty acid), has a high affinity for hair proteins and, because of its low molecular weight and straight linear chain, is able to penetrate inside the hair shaft. Mineral oil, being a hydrocarbon, has no affinity for proteins and therefore is not able to penetrate and yield better results. In the case of sunflower oil, although it is a triglyceride of linoleic acid, because of its bulky structure due to the presence of double bonds, it does not penetrate the fiber, consequently resulting in no favorable impact on protein loss. [Rele AS, Mohile RB (2003), 'Effect of mineral oil, sunflower oil, and coconut oil on prevention of hair damage,' Journal Cosmetology Science, 54 (2): 175-192.)

At BEAUTIFUL EARTH we use cold pressed virgin Coconut Oil because this process produces oil with the least amount of processing so that the natural vitamin E, antioxidants, and fresh coconut essence are retained. For daily use, virgin cold pressed Coconut Oil will give you the greatest amount of lauric acid for your money. There is the added benefit that this oil is grown and processed in Jamaica!

BENEFITS FOR THE HAIR 
Coconut oil is one of the best sources of natural nutrition for hair. It is one of the oils that help in the lubrication of the hair. It softens the hair and conditions the scalp. It also provides the essential proteins required for nourishing damaged hair.  It is very useful for damaged hair due to its ability to strengthen it and it is also a wonderful oil for dandruff.

The oils and proteins in Coconut Oil work well to help keep hair from losing protein, which is one of the major contributors to hair breakage and hair loss. When used at least two times weekly, in addition to a stimulating scalp massage, it has been found that coconut oil can help to stimulate proper circulation and keep the scalp moisturised. 

HOW DO WE HARNESS THE BENEFITS OF COCONUT OIL? 

This can be done in two ways. First, for people interested in growing their hair longer and thicker, it helps to keep the hair well moisturised and the hair shaft strong. This will prevent breakage of the hair and allow it to grow longer and thicker without looking damaged. It can also be used as a very effective hair conditioner daily, to help keep hair strong and damage-free. At BEAUTIFUL EARTH we retail 100% Jamaican Virgin Coconut Oil and our signature Coconut & Lemongrass Hydrating Oil that clients can use daily to keep their hair strong and itch-free. These products can also be used on the skin because the molecular structure of coconut oil allows for easy absorption through the skin, giving it a soft, smooth texture. It makes an ideal ointment for the relief of dry, rough and wrinkled skin. Psoriasis and eczema suffers often see great improvements in these distressing conditions. We use Jamaican Virgin Coconut Oil in several other products for these very properties, including our Anti-Itch Neem Oil Treatment.  

Anti-Itch Neem Oil Treatment
100% Jamaican Virgin Coconut Oil
Coconut & Lemongrass Hydrating Oil

Second, for those interested in stopping hair loss and encouraging new hair growth, the hair growth benefits of Coconut Oil can be effectively harnessed when used warm with a scalp massage. The massage itself helps to stimulate the circulation of the scalp and hair follicles, which will make it easier for the hair follicles to absorb the valuable nutrients provided by the coconut oil, nutrients which are necessary to re-grow hair. At BEAUTIFUL EARTH we provide the following treatments using 100% Jamaican Virgin Coconut Oil: 

* Coconut Oil Hot Oil Treatment which softens the hair and conditions the scalp, providing the essential proteins required for nourishing damaged hair.

* Honey & Coconut Hot Oil Treatment which provides super hydration and strengthening of the hair.

* Soft, Shiny Hot Oil Conditioning Treatment which saturates the hair with moisture  and benefits naturally fine hair and damaged or dry hair caused by colouring, blow-drying, straightening, or other styling stresses.

* Anti-Itch Neem Oil Treatment to help relieve dry and itchy scalp, dandruff,and the symptoms of scalp psoriasis, as well as giving you silky, shiny, stronger hair.

These can also be used as deep conditioners, depending on the client's needs. Additionally, these products are available for the client to take home and continue the treatment.

We Use Shea Butter in our HONEY LOCS TWISTING BUTTER

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In addition to retailing pure West African Shea Butter, it is also  is one of the key ingredients in our BEAUTIFUL EARTH Honey Locs Twisting Butter because pure shea butter is an all-natural Vitamin A, E, and F cream, known to be a great moisturiser with exceptional healing properties.

Shea butter is made from the nuts of the Karite tree in Africa. The nuts are cracked open, then roasted to give the butter a nice consistency. Shea butter is used for the hair as well as for the skin.


Here are some of its chief benefits for the hair:

• Shea butter provides moisture to dry and damaged hair from the roots to the tips, leaving it healthy and shiny. Because it's rich in vitamins A and E, shea butter soothes dryness, repairs breakage, and mends split ends.
• Shea butter absorbs quickly and completely into the scalp without clogging pores, leaving a greasy residue, or causing a buildup of oil or dandruff.
• Shea butter helps heal a variety of scalp problems, including dry scalp, psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis.
• Shea butter protects hair from weather damage caused by wind, humidity, and extreme dryness, and repairs such damage.
• Because it is rich in moisture and can shield against harmful ultraviolet radiation, shea butter protects hair from sun damage.

For this reason shea butter is good if your hair has endured chemical treatments, hot irons, and blow-dryers, as shea butter can restore its moisture and vitality.


Shea butter is also exceptionally good for the skin and helps to:

• Even skin tone and returns lustre to skin.
• Revitalise, soften, and maintain skin moisture.
• Penetrate deep into the skin to restore elasticity.
• Heals scars, burns, bruises, and stretch marks.

We Love Our Clients!

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Our mission is to provide an exceptional salon experience and pampering in a relaxing, peaceful professional atmosphere. A place where every client can immediately feel comfortable and at ease.

We strive to provide the best service to all our customers and for that reason, initial consultations are free!! Here are some ways in which we reward you for visiting us and letting us have the pleasure of treating you well.

Welcome Discount - To welcome you to Beautiful Earth, we offer 10% off any service the first time you visit us!

Consultations are free! - We understand that each client is different and has different needs. We also take into consideration that every hairstyle is not for every hair condition. Some styles can be damaging depending on the condition of your hair, scalp, or hairline! Therefore, we recommend a consultation the first time you visit the salon.

During the consultation, we help you find a style or technique that will best suit your needs. You are able to freely express your concerns and ask questions in order to fully understand the services available. Your stylist will help you choose a style that looks great, is affordable, and offers the maximum benefits for you.

We also offer separate consultations at your request for a small fee, as well as consultations for weddings and other special occasions.

The BEAUTIFUL EARTH Reward Programme - To show our appreciation to all clients, you will earn 1 point for every $100 spent in the salon, whether on products or services. Points are also earned for referring new clients (5 points per referral), trying new services (1 point), and pre-booking appointments (1 point). When you earn 200 points you receive a $1,200 voucher to use toward any service! You can also give that voucher to a friend or family member who has never visited us and they get an additional 25% of the value! And what's more - no sign-up required! The moment you visit the salon you start earning points!  

Is it your birth month? We will celebrate with you by giving you 15% off products and services during the month!

We look forward to serving you, naturalistas!