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The Hair Glossary

OurX intentionally combines safe and highly efficacious ingredients into a streamlined hair care routine that delivers results from root-to-tip.

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Argan Oil

An oil that contains fatty acids that boost hair shine and elasticity and soothes the scalp.

Avocado Oil

This oil is rich in minerals like potassium and magnesium that help hair retain moisture and boost shine .

Abyssinian Seed Oil

Derived from the mustard plant, this oil helps strengthen and soften the hair and decrease frizz.

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Betaine

Derived from coconuts, it helps condition the hair and reduce static and frizz.

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Goji Berry Extract

Rich in vitamins A,C, and Zinc, it helps soothe scalp inflammation and fortify the skin barrier.

Grapeseed Oil

A anti-oxidant rich, lightweight oil that adds shine to hair and helps fight frizz.

Glycerin

A humectant that helps pull in moisture, soften and smooth hair, and define curls.

Glycolic Acid

An exfoliating AHA that promotes scalp renewal, balances scalp sebum, and helps prevent dryness.

Glutamic Acid

An amino acid that increases the softness and smoothness of hair.

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Humectants

A common moisturizing agent that attracts water and supports immediate and long-lasting hydration.

Hyaluronic Acid

A humectant that can retain moisture and bind approximately 1000 times its weight in water. It is used to support scalp and hair hydration.

Hydrolyzed Rice Protein

A protein rich in amino acids that helps increase moisture, shine, and volume.

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Jojoba Oil

Similar to your scalp's natural oils, this oil helps your hair and scalp retain moisture and helps protect against split ends.

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Niacinamide

Also known as vitamin B3, this antioxidant supports hydration, soothes the skin, and promotes healthy scalp turnover.

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Polyquaternium-7

A polymer that soothes and moisturizers the hair, promoting hydration and slip.

Phyto-triglycerides

A fatty acid and emollient that supports barrier function to help reduce moisture loss.

Polyglutamic Acid

A powerful hydrator that helps enhance hair's tensile strength and address hair damage caused by bleaching.

Phyto-peptides

These vitamin-rich peptides protect and support hair follicle health and help restore youthful-appearing hair.

Prebiotics

Prebiotics help maintain your scalp biome balance; a healthy scalp is essential to hair health and promoting nourishing, strong hair.

Pea Peptides

These hydrolyzed plant proteins promote hair health and can help strengthen hair follicles.

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Rosemary Extract

Targeting the hair follicle, this extract is anti-inflammatory and great at promoting blood circulation to the scalp.

Radish Seed Oil

Also known as daikon oil, this light emollient adds strength and shine to the hair.

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Saccharomyces Ferment

This is filled with amino acids and antioxidants that help smooth the hair and reduce breakage.

Sunflower Extract

An emollient that is rich in vitamin E and helps condition the hair strand and control frizz.

Squalane

A plant derived hydrocarbon that lubricates strands, locks in hydration, and supports the scalp.

Salicylic Acid

A BHA that helps to keep your hair clean, promote a healthy balanced scalp, and can aid in the removal of dry skin.

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Triluronic Acid

A balanced ratio of different molecular weight hyaluronic acid designed for optimal performance.

Tea Tree Leaf Oil

An oil with antimicrobial, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties that helps promote scalp health and address scalp flakiness.

Tocopherol (Vitamin E)

A natural anti-oxidant that adds shine to hair and helps balance oil production.

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Willow Bark

Derived from the bark of the willow tree, it exfoliates to remove dirt and product buildup from the scalp.

Witch Hazel

An anti-inflammatory astringent that removes impurities and neutralizes sweat and odor.

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