In this episode I’m sitting down with the incredible Helen Reavey, founder of Act + Acre, celebrity hairstylist, and trichologist. She’s spent years working with some of the biggest names in the industry, but her passion for clean, effective hair care led her to create Act + Acre – the world’s first Cold Processed® hair wellness brand that’s all about nourishing the scalp. Helen saw a major gap in the market for products that prioritize scalp health, and she’s here to share why taking care of your scalp is just as important as taking care of your skin. Visit Act + Acre and take the quiz on their website to see what hair & scalp system is right for you. Use code TBS20 for 20% off your purchase.

Helen Reavey’s Tips for Healthier Hair and Scalp Wellness

Helen dives deep into the science behind scalp aging (which, FYI, ages six times faster than your face!), what supports or disrupts the scalp’s microbiome, and how stress can contribute to hair loss. If you’ve ever wondered about alopecia or if those extensions are really bad for your scalp, Helen breaks it all down with her holistic approach. Plus, she shares some serious wisdom on managing scalp conditions like eczema and how stem cells might just be the key to regenerating lost hair. You’ll even get her tips on how often to wash your hair and whether you can actually train your scalp to go longer between washes.

On a personal note, Helen shares how she balances her multiple roles, her morning routine, and how Kundalini yoga helps keep her grounded and creative. She also offers powerful advice for women in their 40s looking to strengthen fine hair, highlighting her favorite Act + Acre products that she incorporates into her holistic regimen for healthier, stronger hair. If you're ready to level up your hair and scalp health, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways you can start using today!

(00:06:56) Why Scalp Health Matters

• How Karena’s hair has improved by using Act + Acre
• What is a trichologist?
• Why scalp health is so important and why it ages 6 times faster than your face
• What supports and hinders your scalp’s microbiome
• Are extensions bad for your scalp?

(00:12:55) Managing Hair Loss & The Ideal Hair Wash Routine

• Understanding causes of alopecia
• How stem cells can help regenerate hair
• How to manage hair loss due to stress
• The biggest cause of scalp eczema and common scalp irritants
• How often should we wash our hair?
• Can you train your scalp to go longer between washes?

(00:20:09) Meditation, Morning Routines & Holistic Scalp Health

• Helen’s morning routine juggling multiple jobs
• How she incorporates meditation into her routine
• The impact of Kundalini yoga on our lives
• As a hairstylist as well, is she able to see their scalp health?
• How to holistically get to the root cause of scalp health
• Transitioning from living in Mexico during COVID to New York City

(00:29:44) Helen’s Holistic Hair & Scalp Regimen for Stronger, Healthier Hair

• Advice for hair care for women in their 40s to strengthen fine hair
• Act + Acre products Helen loves
• How often to use scalp treatments and serums
• Karena’s hair regimen
• Shop: Act + Acre
• Will oil hair products cause back acne?
• Quiz: actandacre.com/pages/quiz-1
• Things everyone should be doing to take care of your scalp

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Guest Info:

• Website: actandacre.com
• Instagram: @helenreavey

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