Journal

Notes from Takashi

Straight answers about the Japanese head spa — what it is, what it costs, and what it actually does to your scalp — from a qualified Japanese hairdresser in Southport.

The scalp camera moved through the hair during a consultation at the Southport studio

Our Treatments

What is a scalp consultation?

Every treatment starts with a 200x look at your own scalp. What that shows, what we explain before we begin, and why no two head spas are the same.

Hair follicles seen close up in the scalp, with moisture around the roots

Scalp & Hair Health

Understanding dry scalp

Tightness, itchiness, small white flakes — a dry scalp and dandruff are not always the same thing. What causes it, what to avoid, and how to care for it.

A droplet of moisture held on a single strand of hair

Our Philosophy

What is trichology?

The study of the hair and scalp — and why a trichology-informed approach sits at the heart of every treatment we do. What it can, and cannot, tell you.

A dropper releasing oil onto the part of the scalp, held open by hand

Home Care

Why hair and scalp oils matter

Shampoo and conditioner get all the attention — but a quality oil can nourish both scalp and hair. How we use it in the salon, and at home between visits.

Smooth, sculpted lengths seen from behind in warm light

Home Care

Can split ends be repaired?

No product can permanently fuse a split hair fibre back together — but that doesn't mean nothing can be done. What causes split ends, and how to protect against them.

Glossy brown lengths laid out among soft pink petals

Scalp & Hair Health

Can damaged hair be repaired?

Hair is made of dead cells, so it cannot heal itself. What “repair” products really do, what causes damage, and how to improve it.

Long, glossy hair falling smoothly down the back, seen from behind

Home Care

Hair treatment vs. hair mask

One targets damage, the other targets dryness. Which one your hair needs, whether to use both, and why the timing on the bottle matters.

Clear water splashing against a white background, its surface catching the light

Scalp & Hair Health

Hard water vs. soft water

Dry, dull hair even with good products? The minerals in your shower water build up on the hair and scalp over time. What that does, and what helps.

Long, straight hair falling smoothly down the back, seen from behind

Scalp & Hair Health

How heat damages your hair

What really happens inside the strand when you use a dryer or straightener, the signs to look for, and the habits that prevent it.

A guest's scalp washed at the basin, hands working lather through the hair

Scalp & Hair Health

Scalp buildup: what it is

Oil, dead skin, product residue and minerals collect at the root. What buildup does to the follicle, and the signs it has gone too far.

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