Hair

Regular washing is the foundation

Hair is part of our image - sometimes a signature feature, and when well cared for, it simply boosts confidence. Yet good hair care starts not with the lengths, but with the scalp. Reach for a well-matched shampoo every 1-3 days, even if your hair still looks fine. Trying to "train" hair to need less frequent washing does not reduce oiliness, but it does encourage irritation, itching and dandruff.

How to wash properly? Lather the shampoo in your hands with a little water, then massage the foam into your scalp, remembering the hairline, the area around the ears and the nape, and leave it on for a moment. Repeat to clean any spots you may have missed the first time. There is no need to scrub or tangle the lengths - the foam rinsing down will clean them much more gently. After washing, blot the water with a towel rather than rubbing, and take off the towel turban as soon as possible - warmth and moisture are ideal conditions for microbes to thrive.

Choose shampoo for your scalp

Although we call it "hair shampoo", we choose it mainly for the needs of the scalp: does it get oily quickly, or is it sometimes dry and irritated? In the hair shampoos category you will find three shampoo bars. The emollient-protein Mleko-Miód-Owies is our pick for dry and damaged hair - it increases hair density by 16% and thickness by 11%. The humectant Hibiskus moisturises, lifts hair at the roots and reduces frizz. Zielona Herbata is a 3-in-1 bar for hair, beard and body, which 93% of men tested said improved the overall look and condition of their hair and scalp. The bars have an acidic pH, and their compact form and golden shampoo tin make them easy to take to the pool, the gym or on your travels.

Prefer shampoo in a bottle? Daily family shampoo-gel washes the hair, hands and body of the whole household, including children from 3 years of age. The Róża-Malina line by Anwen + Ministerstwo offers two shampoos: a moisturising one for everyday washing and a deep-cleansing one - for when your scalp needs a proper detox, especially if you use styling products daily.

Conditioners, oiling and hair porosity

The lengths - roughly from the ears down - are looked after by conditioners and oils. Natural, cold-pressed plant oils protect hair from moisture loss, smooth it and add shine, and hair oiling is one of the simplest rituals with truly visible results. When choosing, go by porosity, meaning how open the hair cuticles are. Low-porosity hair loves light, saturated formulas, medium-porosity hair responds well to sweet almond oil or plum kernel oil, and high-porosity hair to raspberry seed oil. If you would rather not mix your own blends, the Róża-Malina hair oil is universal and works for every porosity. You will find all hair oils in the Hair oils and serums category, and rinse-out conditioners among our hair conditioners.

Finish your routine by protecting the ends, which are most prone to breakage and splitting. A drop of oil rubbed between your fingers, on damp or dry hair, is all you need. When your hair is in good condition, go for something light - our favourite is sugarcane squalane. Dry ends will benefit from plum kernel oil or... Zielona Herbata beard oil. Gentlemen, don't be surprised if it starts disappearing suspiciously fast.

Your scalp deserves care too

Healthy hair grows from a healthy scalp, so it is worth caring for it with more than just shampoo. The Róża-Malina hair growth serum by Anwen + Ministerstwo is an intensive treatment with caffeine, biotin, ginseng root extract, niacinamide and nettle - it supports hair growth and reduces hair loss and scalp oiliness. For a light, herbal addition, try our organic hydrosols: rosemary strengthens hair and soothes scalp issues, lavender calms irritated skin, and each one also works as a refreshing hair mist.

Not sure where to start? The simplest way is with a shampoo matched to your scalp and one oil chosen for your hair porosity. You can add the rest of your routine step by step - and if you have any questions about ingredients or how to use our products, we are always happy to help.