3 min read · September 29, 2026
Itchy or flaky scalp: what oils can and can't do
Itching, flakes, a tight feeling: an uncomfortable scalp can have several causes. Here is what an oil can do, what it cannot, and when to see a doctor.
Guides and advice
How to choose, dose, dilute and combine our oils and butters. Honest guides, written for the Mauritian climate.
3 min read · September 29, 2026
Oils and oily skin: what you should know
Should you put oil on oily skin? US dermatologists recommend oil-free products instead. Here is what to know before you try, and how to limit the risks.
3 min read · September 29, 2026
Patch test: how to try a new product on your skin
Before using a new oil, butter or gel, try it on a small patch of skin. Here is the method dermatologists recommend, why it matters and when to stop.
3 min read · September 29, 2026
Jamaican black castor oil vs regular castor oil: the real differences
Same seed, two very different-looking oils. Here is what really sets them apart, what research does (and does not) say about hair, and how to use black castor oil without risking tangles.
3 min read · September 29, 2026
Coily hair: how to use the LOC (or LCO) method
Liquid, oil, cream: the LOC method is hugely popular for coily hair. It is common practice, not a scientifically validated method. Here is how to do it simply and adapt it to your hair.
3 min read · September 29, 2026
Aloe vera gel: simple uses for skin and hair
Light and fresh, aloe vera gel works for face, body and hair. Here is what research really says, six simple uses and the precautions to know.
3 min read · September 29, 2026
Curly hair in Mauritius: a routine for the humid climate
From November to April, the warm, humid air of Mauritius puts curls to the test. Here is a simple routine, from wash day to bedtime, based on dermatologists' advice.
3 min read · September 29, 2026
Shea butter for hair: nourish without weighing it down
Shea butter softens dry, curly or coily lengths, but too much quickly weighs them down. It all comes down to quantity, timing and method.
3 min read · September 29, 2026
Rosemary oil: what the studies say, how to use it, precautions
Rosemary oil is all over social media. Here is what the most quoted study really shows, what is in our oil, how to use it and the precautions to know.
3 min read · September 29, 2026
Oils and hair growth: what the science really says
For the most talked-about oils, studies show no proven effect on hair growth. Here is what they actually say, and what an oil can realistically do for your lengths.