How to make Natural hair even more Natural!
I often think back to the days when I would believe that my hair naturally got drier over time. It was a belief backed up by years of trials: co-washing, heat protectants, conditioners from one end of the pH spectrum to the other. Nothing worked: my hair would regularly revert back to dryness and frizz (and, I swear, it always happens right before a big social event)! Well, that was before I ditched the chemicals, and I've found an all-natural ancient Thai way to have my hair soft, silky, and with more bounce for longer than usual.
Anyone growing up with curly hair knows how vulnerable dry and frizzy hair is to breakage. Hair becomes this vulnerable because chemicals in our hair products weaken and dries up our hair. When hair gets dry it absorbs everything that touches it (including chemicals) in a desperate attempt to re-hydrate itself. So I, and countless ladies worldwide including you, are tricked into using more chemical products to treat this chemical damage, which just speeds up this vicious cycle of damage, fix, more damage, more fix and even more damages and fixes! We waste too much money and too much of our lives trying to fix sort out this cycle we are trapped in!
I later found out that this vicious cycle is not an accident. Many hair products and treatments contain harmful chemicals and endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs). These chemicals burn both hair and scalp over time, damaging existing hair and preventing new hair follicles from growing properly if at all. The long-term results: fading hair color, thin brittle hair, and eventual hair loss.
EDCs are associated with cancer, asthma, chronic diseases and other serious health issues. A study by Silent Spring Institute found 45 EDCs in 18 tested hair products with up to 84% detected EDCs not listed in the product ingredients. It’s no wonder why I was stuck in that vicious cycle.
Well, chemical hair products are out window, but what now? I tried using bergamot oil on my hair since a Thai friend of mine recommended it. It worked well - my hair was fuller after just having used it 3 times. But the experience was far from a perfect 10/10; the oil was too runny and hurt my eyes with its acidity when it and leaked down to my face!
So I decided to meet up with my Thai friend for pointers: a tall, beautiful, tan (the type you know she got from spending time at the beach) woman sporting purple highlights in a field of gorgeous brown hair. Like during any good girl talk session, I asked her about her hair routine and how she successfully used bergamot oil, which she happily shared:
"My grandma has a secret mixture" she explains. "It's bergamot oil mixed in with coconut oil and sesame seed oil! They become more easily absorbed by hair and the acidity is way lower!" She shared some of her mixture and there was a clear difference after the first use: my hair was softer and shinier - it was like I was using a store-bought conditioner! But how does it work? Why does it work? Turns out: science has an answer!
Bergamot has been proven by many scientists to not only make hair look thicker by cleansing the scalp and moisturize hair strands, but also to significantly increase hair growth activities. Research on coconut oil makes your hair softer and stronger with a protective coat that improves water retention and shields from external damage. Sesame oil promotes blood flow to the scalp, delivering nutrients hair follicles need to grow in strength and volume. Here's what I love most about it:
This mixture is vegan-friendly, easy to use, and safe! It gently protects and nourishes the hair and scalp, resulting in thicker, healthier, beautiful hair! It works like conditioners, but is all organic with no involvement of chemicals or EDCs to keep away hidden-scalp damage, chronic diseases and environmental problems!
She also taught me four factors that greatly effect hair health:
1. Diet
2. Overall health
3. Hormones
4. Hair/Scalp health
"This cannot magically cover diet, but it is made of all-natural healthy ingredients, does not mess up hormones, and I completely guarantee number 4," she cheerfully chimed, "so you're basically over 50% of the way there already!"
It's also really easy to use! Here's how I use it:
I apply the bergamot mixture as a pre-wash treatment. I pour it on my hands and gently apply it and massage it all over my hair. To make sure it gets fully absorbed, I leave it in for 15 minutes (and exercise while I'm at it!) before washing it off.
While my dryness and frizziness didn't disappear overnight, in just under one month my natural hair feels softer and silkier for longer periods of time while feeling more hydrated than ever! There is even a giveaway that you can enter below for a chance to win one of her all-natural & vegan-friendly hair masks!
They're made locally in small batches to ensure their freshness, gentleness, and safety - I recommend you try it!
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ALL-NATURAL REMEDY BY TRADITIONAL THAI WISDOM
- Vegan-friendly herbs gently hydrates and softens hair while providing more bounce
- Promotes long-term hair growth and slows down hair loss
- Balanced pH of 6.0 specializes in repairing all types of chemical hair damage
- Nurses damaged, dry and thinning hair back to health and strength
- Restores volume by cleansing the scalp with nourishing vitamins
- Maintains growth with moisturizing shield, protecting hair from heat and the environment
- Visible results in as soon as 2 weeks!
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$39.00
FREE SHIPPING to the U.S. (for international: applies for orders above $50)
ALL-NATURAL REMEDY BY TRADITIONAL THAI WISDOM
- Vegan-friendly herbs gently hydrates and softens hair while providing more bounce
- Promotes long-term hair growth and slows down hair loss
- Balanced pH of 6.0 specializes in repairing all types of chemical hair damage
- Nurses damaged, dry and thinning hair back to health and strength
- Restores volume by cleansing the scalp with nourishing vitamins
- Maintains growth with moisturizing shield, protecting hair from heat and the environment
- Visible results in as soon as 2 weeks!
Formulated without:
Parabens, petroleum, phthalates, SLS, SLES, PEGS, TEA, DEA, silicones, or artificial dyes or fragrances.
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"Since childhood, I've been told by family and friends to switch hair products when one brand 'stops working.' I never really questioned why tbh... I just did it so I wouldn't have to put up with my dry, frizzy hair.
I'm glad I found this all-natural remedy! I've used it for almost 2 months now, and my natural hair is much softer, thicker, and healthier for much longer than usual! As a bonus, it's vegan-friendly and cruelty-free!"
Emma L. (Verified buyer)
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Hair Mask
Recommended Usage
- Normal & Oily hair: 1-2 times per week (day or night)
- Dry hair: 2-3 times per week (day or night)
Step-by-step
Use as a 15 minute Pre-Wash Treatment
- Apply a generous amount onto hair
- Gently massage all over hair
- Leave for at least 15 minutes
- Rinse off with shampoo
Helpful Tips
- Establish a routine! With so many products on the market, sometimes it's hard to keep track of what we have used!
- Use side-to-side motions with your hands (be conscious of fingernails!) when applying any hair product. Rounded motions may feel nicer, but will cause your hair to tangle up and possibly damage the cuticles.
- What to do during the 15 minute pre-wash? Relax, or do some working out - you'll be showering afterwards anyway!
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Powerful, Proven Way to Get Stronger, Silkier and Thicker Hair
- Repairs and restores your hair’s lustrous volume and shine after years of damage from products with dangerous chemicals.
- Rich in vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids which strengthen and nourish each hair strand for maximum results.
- FREE from chemicals, preservatives and synthetically made fragrances commonly found in over-the-counter hair masks.
- Made with 100% pure and organic ingredients which means you can have healthy hair which looks great.
- Stimulates hair growth and slows down hair loss by improving blood circulation giving you fuller and denser hair.
- Promotes a healthy scalp by treating dandruff, protecting it from infections and helping it fight against lice and insect bites.
- Ingredients 100% ethically sourced from local organic farmers at a fair price which gives a better quality of life to their families and their communities.
Our Natural, Organically Sourced Ingredients
Bergamot Oil* Cleanses Your Scalp
Bergamot oil has been valued for its naturally powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-fungal and antibacterial cleansing properties for generations.
- Cleanses Scalp: strips away chemicals and bacteria that clogs and dries out hair roots.
- Encourages blood flow: This ensures weak hair follicles are properly nourished with the nutrients to grow
- Shields from Oxidative stress: an oxidation reaction that contributes to hair graying and hair loss.
- Balanced Coconut and Sesame: Bergamot goes goes the extra mile by repairing hair damage by moisturizing and transitioning dull and lifeless hair into a shinier and livelier mane!
Coconut Oil** Nourishes Hair From the Inside Out
The beneficial properties of Coconut oil are boasted about by the shiny and thick-haired natives of tropical and coastal regions of the world!
- Low Molecular Weight: Coconut Oil nourishes hair follicles from the inside that other oils can't reach!
- Reduces Greying Hair: Prevents protein loss which helps hair keep its natural color while it grows
- Moisturizing Coat: Prevents dry hair, further breakage and split ends while giving it a nice shine and luster.
- Shielding Effect: Protects hair from heat sources, environmental damage, and water sources
Sesame Seed Oil* for Complete Scalp Health
Familiar throughout the world, Sesame seed oil’s nourishment comes from its vitamins, minerals, antibacterial,antiviral, and antioxidant properties.
- Revitalizes Scalp’s Surface: Rids scalp of dryness,itchiness, flakiness, dandruff, head lice, and bacterial infections.
- Protects hair shafts: Creates a barrier that protects from pollution, residue build-up, and loss of moisture.
- Naturally, Sesame seed oil’s benefits shines greatest when working together with Bergamot and Coconut.
* Certified organic
** Organically grown
The Sudtana Method:
Why our products are 100% organic, sustainable and environmentally friendly!
Sudtana was born with the inherited herbal wisdom of our grandfather, the village doctor, and the mission to share honest sustainable and ethical products made mainly from ingredients and herbs found in Thailand and South East Asia that have been scientifically proven. By carefully controlling everything step of the product process - from ethical raw material sourcing, natural extraction and small-scale manufacturing - we are proud to say that our products are 100% natural, organic, sustainable and friendly. A process we are proud of and call the Sudtana Method.
The Sudtana Method directly helps and encourages small farmholders and growers to use organic farming methods - while maximizing product quality and efficacy for our users by using only organically grown 100% natural ingredients that are scientifically proven to work their purpose.
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"2 months in and my hair hasn't seen breakage or split-ends since! I love it!"
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"Fantastic scalp serum. My scalp feels very clean and my hair does not feel as dry as often when I'm out all day!"
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Here are the answers to a few of the most common questions we hear:
1. Who Are We?
We are Sudtana, a family business based in Thailand.
We have 6 core values centered on making the lives of everyone around us healthier and happier, and it drives our actions, goals, and ethics every day:
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We Have a Growth Mindset: ‘Listen, learn & think positively’
Having a growth mindset means embracing challenges, persisting in the face of obstacles, acknowledging that effort is the path to success, learning from criticism, & finding lessons and inspirations from the success of others. Through active listening and empathy, we have access to unlimited knowledge and the means of understanding and using it to make more well-informed decisions to guide our actions with purpose and direction. -
Holistic Health Oriented: ‘Mind, Body & Soul’
We are motivated to engage in healthy attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors -
We Believe in the Power of Nature
We believe that tapping into the healing power of nature will keep our mind, body and soul at peak condition -
Think like a Scientist ‘Hypothesis, Fact & Data Driven’
We take the scientist’s approach to avoid biases and tunnel-vision in order to find the true path to helping those around us achieve sustainable, healthy, and happy lives. -
We Share because We Care
We believe in sharing knowledge with others so every member can have healthier and happier lives. -
We Work Harmoniously as a team
We believe that to achieving greatness requires the power of harmonious teamwork
2. What hair problems does it help with?
Our formula helps with a range of hair problems such as dryness, thinning, frizziness, brittleness, shedding, and hair fall; and a range of scalp problems such as chemical burns, bacterial infections, flakiness, itchiness, dandruff, and lice. Sudtana's hair mask and scalp serum repairs them simultaneously: it nourishes and protects existing hair making it healthier, thicker and reducing hair fall while also nourishing and cleansing the scalp to ensure a clean and healthy environment for hair growth. So whether it be problems from your hair, our hair mask and scalp serum are natural solutions for you.
3. How do I know this will work for me?
The underlying reasons for hair problems are oftentimes very personal, but nearly all of them have the same two-step solution. Whether the root of the issue stems from lifestyle, hormones or something in your environment, the first solution to resolving hair issues is to: 1. nurse existing hair stands back to being as healthy as possible to prevent further damage and 2. Increase and sustain hair growth. That's exactly what our hair mask and scalp serum does - they nourish and protect your existing hair while nourishing and cleansing your scalp for more hair growth.
All the natural ingredients used in our products are all backed by research from top universities and they have helped hundreds of thousands of people around the world already. If for any reason you’re not satisfied, or even for no reason at all, we offer a 30-day, no-questions-asked, money-back guarantee.
4. How many bottles should I order?
Like other treatments, extended use leads to exponentially positive results. So, we recommend at least 2 bottles of each to ensure continuity. Clear results start coming after 1 month of regular use.
5. How do you source your ingredients?
We take pride in how we source our ingredients. We visit each farmer individually and carefully observe their methods. We only source from those that practice organic farming practices, so no chemicals contaminate our products.
6. How do I use it?
The hair mask is a pre-wash treatment. Pour a generous amount on to your hands and massage it on your hair and scalp. Leave on for 15 minutes and wash off. The scalp serum is a leave on treatment. Part your hair into sections and drop the serum on to scalp. Gently massage into the scalp and leave on.
7. How often should I use it?
For the hair mask, it is recommended to use 1-2 times per week if your hair is normal or oily; and 2-3 times per week if your hair is dry. For the scalp serum, it is recommended to use 1 time per week if your scalp is normal; and 2-3 times per week if your scalp is damaged.
8. How long does a bottle last?
Depending on your hair type and how much hair you have, a bottle should last 1-1.5 months.
9. Is the safe to use?
You can be sure that you are safe from harmful chemicals because the Sudtana Bergamot, Coconut and Sesame Oil Hair Mask and the Sudtana's Herbal Roots & Scalp Reviving Serum uses only natural and organic ingredients with no additions of chemicals.
10. Where is it made?
Ethically sourced, extracted and manufactured in Thailand
11. Is this a replacement for any sort of medicine?
No. While this supports your health in a variety of ways, is does not treat any disease, and does not replace any medicines you might be taking. If your doctor currently has you on any treatment plan, don’t stop that plan unless he tells you.
12. What does the EWG ingredient score mean?
EWG rates ingredients and products on its safety and hazard on human health. Scores are between 1 to 10. A score of 1 indicates low health hazard.
What are people saying about Sudtana Hair Mask and Scalp Serum?
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"I love my hair when its colored - but I always have to give up my healthy hair. I was used to have dry hair because even after treatments, it seems like it always came back dry after a few weeks. But thank to this, my hair is thicker and healthier without all the chemicals"
- Angela (MX)
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“Unbelievable all natural organic products that show results just after first use. Not sure how long it needs to take effect biologically, but from my first month, my scalp is a lot less dry with a lot less hair fall. Just amazing.”
- Jessica L. (CO)
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“This is my first time using an all natural product and did not expect that I could seeing results this quickly. Just 2 washes and I can already feel my hair being more thick and silky. No wonder Asian women look so young. Thanks for sharing this recipe! ”
- Melani (OR)
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“Shipping was not slow and came in very good packaging. I've been using for 5 days now and I can feel my hair being more nourished and thicker. I especially love the fact that it combs down my frizzy hair very easily and quickly.”
- Sam
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4 Oxidative Stress in Ageing of Hair. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2929555/
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