By De’Vonna Pittman, Founder & CEO of Nature’s Syrup Beauty
When people discuss hair growth, they often focus on what’s happening at the ends, including length checks, trims, and breakage. But here’s the real secret: healthy hair starts at the scalp.
Think of your scalp as the soil, and your hair as the plant. If the soil isn’t nourished, no amount of watering the leaves will give you the growth you’re looking for. And yet, scalp care is one of the most overlooked parts of textured hair routines.
As someone who started formulating products in my kitchen, I learned quickly: if you ignore the root, you’ll never see the results.
Why the Scalp Matters
Your scalp is living tissue; it’s skin. Each follicle is like a little factory, constantly producing new hair cells. On average, that process pushes out about half an inch of hair per month.
But here’s the catch: if the scalp is clogged with product buildup, weighed down by heavy oils, or irritated from harsh chemicals, those follicles can’t function at their best. The result? Slower growth, thinner strands, or even hair loss.
Signs Your Scalp Needs Attention
Persistent dryness or flakes
Excess oil and buildup from styling products
Itching or inflammation
Hair that feels weak at the root or sheds excessively
These are your scalp’s way of calling for help.
How to Care for Your Scalp (and Unlock Growth)
1. Detox Regularly.
Use a gentle clarifying shampoo or treatments with activated charcoal to lift impurities without stripping your strands.
2. Keep It Nourished.
Look for natural oils like black castor oil, peppermint, and tea tree, they stimulate circulation and create a healthy environment for growth.
3. Balance Moisture.
Just like facial skin, your scalp can be too dry or too oily. The key is balance, hydrating washes followed by lightweight oils to lock in moisture.
4. Massage Consistently.
Scalp massages aren’t just relaxing, they increase blood flow to the follicles, delivering nutrients that support thicker, stronger growth.
Beyond the Science: Scalp Care as Self-Care
For textured hair, scalp health isn’t just about biology; it’s cultural. Too many of us were raised to cover, straighten, or hide our hair instead of learning to care for it. Reclaiming scalp care is also reclaiming ownership of our beauty.
Every time you take the time to cleanse, oil, and massage your scalp, you’re not just growing hair, you’re nurturing your crown, your culture, and your confidence.
The Kitchen Scientist’s Lesson
When I began mixing oils and butters in my kitchen, I noticed something simple but powerful: the formulas that made my scalp feel alive were the same ones that made my hair flourish.
That’s why, at Nature’s Syrup Beauty, every product starts with one question: What does the scalp need to thrive? Because when you care for the root, the rest will follow.
Healthy scalp. Healthy roots. Healthy growth.
Ready to start your scalp-first journey? Shop our plant-powered shampoos, conditioners, and growth oils at naturessyrup.com, or find us in-store at Hy-Vee Robbinsdale and Brooklyn Park. Also available on Macy’s Marketplace and Walmart.com.
Your crown deserves to grow from the healthiest foundation possible.