Inflammation can show up in the scalp. ...and the question women usually ask me is this: “What should I start doing right now?” The first thing I recommend is to take action early. If you’re noticing thinning hair, increased scalp visibility, dryness, or irritation, don’t wait until the problem gets worse.

Summer is here, the weather is changing, and with that comes humidity, heat, chlorine, ocean water, sweat, and sun exposure. All of these things affect your natural hair differently during the summer months.

If your hair still feels dry, tangled, or inconsistent no matter what products you try, the issue isn’t your hair—it’s the lack of understanding behind it. Here’s a simple 5-step system to help you identify what your hair is doing and choose the right approach.