The Journal

Hair care notes & news

Tips, tutorials, ingredient stories and updates from the LushLoxx studio — everything to help you grow and nourish your most beautiful locks.

Hair Care TipsFeatured

Five Ways to Lock In Moisture with Hair Butter

Dryness is the enemy of growth. Here are five simple, repeatable ways to seal moisture into your strands and keep your locks soft for days.

Lana·18 June 2026·5 min read

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Hair Growth

Scalp Health 101: Why Healthy Hair Starts at the Root

Healthy hair is produced by healthy skin. Here is what your scalp actually needs, the signs it is unhappy, and a simple weekly routine that keeps it comfortable.

Guilio Del Fava·21 July 2026·3 min read

Natural Hair

The Complete Wash Day Routine for Natural and Curly Hair

Wash day does not have to take all Sunday. Seven steps in the right order, why damp beats dry for sealing, and where most routines quietly go wrong.

Guilio Del Fava·21 July 2026·4 min read

Hair Growth

Thinning Hair and Receding Hairlines: A Practical Guide for Men

What is actually happening when hair thins, which causes need a doctor rather than a product, and an honest account of what topical treatments can and cannot do.

Guilio Del Fava·21 July 2026·3 min read

Hair Care

What Keratin Actually Does for Damaged Hair

Protein is the one thing that genuinely helps damaged hair, and the one thing that will ruin healthy hair if you overdo it. How to tell which side you are on.

Guilio Del Fava·21 July 2026·4 min read

Natural Hair

Protective Styling Without the Breakage: Braids, Twists and Cornrows Done Right

A protective style only protects if it is installed, maintained and removed properly. How to prep, how to spot dangerous tension, and when to take it down.

Guilio Del Fava·21 July 2026·4 min read

Hair Care

Hair Porosity Explained: How to Tell What Your Hair Actually Needs

More useful than curl type: porosity tells you how your hair absorbs and holds moisture. Here is how to test yours and what to change once you know.

Guilio Del Fava·21 July 2026·3 min read

Tutorials

How to Do a Weekly Keratin Mask Treatment

A step-by-step ritual for repairing damage and restoring softness — in fifteen minutes, once a week.

Lana·11 June 2026·6 min read

Hair Care Tips

Why Castor Oil Is the Hero of Healthy Growth

The thick, golden oil behind so many growth journeys — what it does, why it works, and how we use it in every batch.

Lana·4 June 2026·4 min read

News & Updates

LushLoxx Is Now Stocked Across Gqeberha

Our plant-powered range has landed on more shelves close to home — find your nearest stockist and meet the team.

The LushLoxx Team·28 May 2026·3 min read

Customer Stories

Naledi's Three-Month Growth Journey

A real customer shares how a simple, consistent routine transformed her edges and her confidence.

The LushLoxx Team·20 May 2026·5 min read

Tutorials

Building a Wash-Day Routine for Natural Hair

Wash day does not have to be a whole-day affair. Here is a calm, repeatable routine that leaves hair soft, strong and ready for the week.

Lana·12 May 2026·7 min read

Hair Care

10 Best Tips to Nourish and Grow Your Hair with Lush Loxx Hair Butter

Every woman dreams of having long, luscious, and healthy hair. However, due to pollution, heat styling, chemical treatments, and stress, […]

Guilio Del Fava·23 February 2025·4 min read