MYAVANA Glossary
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Pre-Poo - Process where conditioner (or another moisturizing agent) is placed on the hair prior to shampooing
- Process to prepare your hair for shampooing
- Can be clarifying like a scrub or apple cider vinegar rinse or moisturizing like an oil treatment or masque to better support the hair during the cleansing process
- Clarifying ones should only be used about once a month whereas moisturizing ones can be used more frequently considerate of hair type (i.e. fine hair could be weighed down if used before every shampoo)
Scalp Care
- Solutions that target the scalp and help to exfoliate and clean the skin and follicles
- Also referred to as Scalp Detox that helps to remove products and skin
- There are products that use textured materials like sugar to physically scrub and products that use formulation to chemically degrade and remove buildup - both should be worked in by massage whether with hands or scalp massager tool
Scalp Care Cleanse
- Solutions that target the scalp and help to exfoliate and clean the skin and follicles
- Also referred to as Scalp Detox that helps to remove products and skin
- There are products that use textured materials like sugar to physically scrub and products that use formulation to chemically degrade and remove buildup - both should be worked in by massage whether with hands or scalp massager tool
Detox Shampoo
- Shampoo that breaks through dirt, oil, and build-up and help flush them out of the hair and scalp
- Designed to remove impurities and absorb the excess oil and dirt typically using natural ingredients such as activated charcoal or apple cider vinegar
- used for extreme/ massive product buildup
Clarifying Shampoo
- Shampoo designed to get hair clean by removing oil, dirt, and buildup from products, water, and air pollutants
- Typically use synthetic ingredients–surfactants– that can be drying with overuse
- Ideally used 1 to 2 times a week or less frequent
Hydrating Shampoo
- "Shampoo that adds moisture to the hair
- Hydration is internal so adding moisture to the medulla and cortex of the hair strand, more penetrable
- Moisture without weighing down the hair "
Moisturizing Shampoo
- "Shampoo designed to support the hair during the cleansing process and nourishes the cuticle to prevent loss of natural moisture
- Can be classified as daily use shampoos (pertinent to hair type)
- Could also be known as Conditioning Shampoo"
- Repairing/Strengthening Shampoo "Shampoo formulated to strengthen hair and protect it from future damage and breakage
- Typically has more hydrating ingredients and acidic/lower pH to smooth down cuticle layer to protect strands "
Color Care Shampoo
- "Shampoo that works to preserve added hair color while removing any staining of the scalp
- Typically has a higher pH due to difference in chemistry of colored hair
- Higher moisture levels to help protect hair due to how it's compromised during coloring process"
Color Enhance Shampoo
- "Shampoo that contains depositing dyes that help give hair color a short-term boost
- Helps replenish the colors lost over time from cleansing, heat, or environment
- Uses complementary colors to combat unwanted tones
- Could also be known as Color Depositing Shampoos"
Curl Care Shampoo
- "Shampoo formulated to gently remove buildup while maintaining moisture and integrity of curls
- Very hydrating to better support curls given they are more prone to dryness
- Help maximize curliness by removing build-up that may weigh down the hair and support cuticle to increase shine and moisture
- Also classified as Curl Shampoo or Curl Enhancing Shampoo"
Dry Shampoo
- "Shampoo to be used without water composed of an alcohol or starch to absorb and remove excess oil and dirt
- Refreshes roots, hair, and scalp to provide fresher appearance and feel
- Can use daily - often used after workouts or intense sweat"
Smoothing Shampoo
- "Shampoo that helps to reinforce the cuticle to provide a sleek finish
- Helps reduce/contain frizz
- Deposits heavier conditioning agents to help weigh down and smoothen hair
- C"Shampoo made of light-weight ingredients designed to make the hair appear more full
- Designed to help lift the hair
Volumizing Shampoo
- Sometimes used interchangeably with Thickening Shampoo - however thickening shampoos actually try to improve thickness of strands using proteins, etc."
Shampoo for Thinning Hair
- "Shampoos that slow hair loss and/or promote hair regrowth
- Some work by blocking DHT to slow down the hair loss process
- Could also be categorized as Hair Loss Shampoo
- Hair Loss Shampoos can target scalp inflammation to help reduce hair loss
- Prescription Hair Loss/Thinning Shampoos typically use ketoconazole" could also be known as Straightening Shampoos"
Color Care Conditioner
- "Conditioners formulated for colored hair that help prevent hair from damage and premature fading
- Has ingredients that coat the hair to protect it
- Accommodates for different chemistry of colored hair
- High in moisture content "
- Color Enhance Conditioner "Conditioners designed to enhance shine and hair color by adding tones to the hair
- Eliminate unwanted tones
- Help to enhance hair's natural hair color or added color
- Also known as or similar to Color Depositing Conditioners "
Co-Wash
- "Technique involving washing the hair with conditioner only
- Can be alternated with traditional shampoo washing to prevent over drying the hair
- Term Co-Wash can refer to product (conditioner wash/ cleansing conditioner) or method (washing your hair with conditioner)"
Curl Care Conditioner
- "Conditioner specifically formulated for curly hair
- Incorporates moisturizing agents that best support curly hair
- Can help support better curl definition and eliminating frizz"
- Coil Care Conditioner "Conditioner specifically formulated with coils in mind
- High in hydrating and moisturizing agents to nourish coils that cannot get natural moisture from root to tip easily
- Supports better manageability "
Hydrating Conditioner
- "Conditioners made to hydrate the hair and promote long term nourishment and shine
- Deeper penetration and applies to inner hair layers
- Promotes moisture absorption and retention"
Moisturizing Conditioner
- "Conditioner that hydrates and nourishes hair root to tip and helps the hair to maintain moisture by targeting outer layers
- Help restore the oil, nutrients, and moisture that is lost from regular shampooing
- Best used for moderately dry, curly, or thick hair as these hair types need extra moisture"
- Repairing/Strengthening Treatments "Treatments that penetrate the hair shaft to improve integrity of hair structure and increase moisture
- Formulated for damaged, over-processed, highlighted, weak, or brittle hair
- Deliver sebum-like lipids and proteins to lubricate and strengthen strands
- Could also be classified as fortifying conditioners"
Scalp Care Conditioner
- "Conditioners designed for supporting the health of the scalp (dryness, dandruff, itching,sensitivity, etc.)
- Can be used on both hair and scalp skin
- Typically includes soothing ingredients that also support and balance healthy microbiome on the scalp"
Volumizing Conditioner
- "Designed to provide a lift and add body to the hair
- Lightweight and acidic to pump in moisture without weighing the hair down
- Help to close the cuticle so the hair can hold shape and volume and appear denser"
- Thinning Conditioner "Conditioners that help reduce hair thinning and density loss
- Can include stimulants to encourage new hair growth and moisturizers to protect health of remaining hair
- Also know as/similar to thickening conditioner, anti-thinning conditioner, etc. "
Scalp Care
- Solutions that target the scalp and help to exfoliate and clean the skin and follicles
- Also referred to as Scalp Detox that helps to remove products and skin
- There are products that use textured materials like sugar to physically scrub and products that use formulation to chemically degrade and remove buildup - both should be worked in by massage whether with hands or scalp massager tool
Scalp Care Cleanse
- Solutions that target the scalp and help to exfoliate and clean the skin and follicles
- Also referred to as Scalp Detox that helps to remove products and skin
- There are products that use textured materials like sugar to physically scrub and products that use formulation to chemically degrade and remove buildup - both should be worked in by massage whether with hands or scalp massager tool
Detox Shampoo
- Definition: Shampoo designed to eliminate dirt, oil, and build-up from the hair and scalp.
- Ingredients: Often contains natural components like activated charcoal or apple cider vinegar for tackling extreme or massive product buildup.
Detox Shampoo
- Definition: Shampoo designed to eliminate dirt, oil, and build-up from the hair and scalp.
- Ingredients: Often contains natural components like activated charcoal or apple cider vinegar for tackling extreme or massive product buildup.
Clarifying Shampoo
- Definition: A shampoo aimed at thoroughly cleaning the hair by removing oils, dirt, and buildup from various sources.
- Ingredients: Utilizes synthetic surfactants that may dry out hair if overused.
- Usage: Recommended 1 to 2 times a week or less, depending on necessity.
Hydrating Shampoo
- Definition: Shampoo that focuses on adding moisture internally to the hair, particularly to the medulla and cortex.
- Benefit: Provides moisture without weighing down the hair.
Moisturizing Shampoo
- Definition: Shampoo designed to nourish the cuticle during the cleansing process, preventing natural moisture loss.
- Frequency: Suitable for daily use, varying by hair type.
- Also Known As: Conditioning Shampoo.
Repairing/Strengthening Shampoo
Definition: Formulated to fortify hair and shield it from future harm and breakage, often containing more hydrating components and a lower pH to smooth the cuticle layer.
Color Care Shampoo
Definition: Shampoo created to maintain added hair color while cleaning any scalp stains, typically featuring a higher pH and moisture level to protect color-treated hair.
Color Enhance Shampoo
- Definition: Contains dyes to temporarily bolster hair color, replenishing colors lost to various factors and combating unwanted tones.
- Also Known As: Color Depositing Shampoos.
Curl Care Shampoo
- Definition: Specially formulated for curls, this shampoo removes buildup while keeping curls moisturized and intact.
- Benefits: Enhances curliness by eliminating weighty buildup, supporting cuticle health for increased shine and moisture.
- Also Known As: Curl Shampoo, Curl Enhancing Shampoo.
Dry Shampoo
- Definition: Waterless shampoo using alcohol or starch to absorb excess oil and dirt, refreshing the hair and scalp.
- Usage: Suitable for daily use, particularly post-workout or to manage sweat.
Volumizing Shampoo
Definition: Designed to give hair a fuller appearance by lifting the hair at the roots, sometimes used interchangeably with Thickening Shampoo, which aims to increase strand thickness.
Shampoo for Thinning Hair
- Definition: Targets hair loss, either by slowing it down or promoting regrowth, with some varieties blocking DHT.
- Also Known As: Hair Loss Shampoo, with prescription versions often containing ketoconazole to address scalp inflammation and reduce hair loss.
Color Care Conditioner
- "Conditioners formulated for colored hair that help prevent hair from damage and premature fading
- Has ingredients that coat the hair to protect it
- Accommodates for different chemistry of colored hair
- High in moisture content "
Color Enhance Conditioner
- "Conditioners designed to enhance shine and hair color by adding tones to the hair
- Eliminate unwanted tones
- Help to enhance hair's natural hair color or added color
- Also known as or similar to Color Depositing Conditioners "
Curl Care Conditioner
- "Conditioner specifically formulated for curly hair
- Incorporates moisturizing agents that best support curly hair
- Can help support better curl definition and eliminating frizz"
Coil Care Conditioner
- "Conditioner specifically formulated with coils in mind
- High in hydrating and moisturizing agents to nourish coils that cannot get natural moisture from root to tip easily
- Supports better manageability "
Hydrating Conditioner
- "Conditioners made to hydrate the hair and promote long term nourishment and shine
- Deeper penetration and applies to inner hair layers
- Promotes moisture absorption and retention"
Moisturizing Conditioner
- "Conditioner that hydrates and nourishes hair root to tip and helps the hair to maintain moisture by targeting outer layers
- Help restore the oil, nutrients, and moisture that is lost from regular shampooing
- Best used for moderately dry, curly, or thick hair as these hair types need extra moisture"
- Repairing/Strengthening Treatments "Treatments that penetrate the hair shaft to improve integrity of hair structure and increase moisture
- Formulated for damaged, over-processed, highlighted, weak, or brittle hair
- Deliver sebum-like lipids and proteins to lubricate and strengthen strands
- Could also be classified as fortifying conditioners"
Scalp Care Conditioner
- "Conditioners designed for supporting the health of the scalp (dryness, dandruff, itching,sensitivity, etc.)
- Can be used on both hair and scalp skin
- Typically includes soothing ingredients that also support and balance healthy microbiome on the scalp"
Smoothing Conditioner
- "Conditioners that seal and coat the cuticle (using ingredients like butters and oils)
- Effective to tame frizz and prep hair for heat styling/straight hairstyles
- Controls flyaways by locking in moisture
- Can help to enhance natural texture"
Volumizing Conditioner
- "Designed to provide a lift and add body to the hair
- Lightweight and acidic to pump in moisture without weighing the hair down
- Help to close the cuticle so the hair can hold shape and volume and appear denser"
Color Care Conditioner
- Definition: Conditioners tailored for colored hair to prevent damage and premature fading.
- Features: Contains ingredients that coat and protect the hair, accommodating the unique chemistry of colored hair with high moisture content.
Color Enhance Conditioner
- Definition: Conditioners aimed at enhancing hair shine and color by adding tones.
- Function: Eliminates unwanted tones and enhances both natural and added hair color.
- Also Known As: Color Depositing Conditioners.