Hair Tips

In a world where superficial solutions often dominate, it's time to shift our focus to products that genuinely care for our hair. Just like the "no makeup" movement has gained popularity, the concept of "no makeup for our hair" is the future of hair care. Let’s explore the benefits of using products that prioritize hair health over temporary fixes, and why embracing this approach can lead to long-lasting beauty.  Nourishment from Within: Unlike traditional hair products that merely mask the issues, hair care products that genuinely take care of your hair work from within. They nourish the hair follicles, strengthen the strands, and promote overall hair health. By addressing the root causes of hair concerns, these products offer sustainable and lasting results. Enhanced Natural Beauty: Just as makeup can enhance our natural features, using hair care products that prioritize hair health can bring out the best in our locks. By nourishing and repairing damaged hair, these products reveal the true beauty of our natural hair texture, shine, and volume. Say goodbye to the need for excessive styling or chemical treatments. Long-Term Hair Health: When we prioritize hair health, we invest in the long-term well-being of our hair. By using products that provide essential nutrients, protect against environmental damage, and promote hair growth, we can achieve healthier, stronger, and more resilient hair. This approach helps to prevent future damage and reduces the need for excessive hair treatments. Sustainable and Eco-Friendly: The "no makeup for our hair" philosophy aligns perfectly with the growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products. By opting for hair care products that are vegan, cruelty-free, and free from harmful chemicals, we contribute to a healthier planet. ANTIDOTE products come in eco-friendly packaging with Certified Plastic Neutral Certification promoting a greener lifestyle.  Time and Cost Efficiency: Using products that genuinely take care of our hair can save us time and money in the long run. By addressing the root causes of hair concerns, we reduce the need for constant salon visits, expensive treatments, and excessive styling. With healthier hair, we can embrace a more low-maintenance approach, allowing us to focus on other aspects of our lives.   The future of hair care lies in products that prioritize hair health over temporary fixes. Embracing the "no makeup for our hair" philosophy allows us to nourish our locks from within, enhance our natural beauty, and invest in long-term hair health. By choosing sustainable and eco-friendly options like ANTIDOTE, we contribute to a healthier planet while saving time and money. So, let's embrace this new era of hair care and unlock the true beauty of our hair. XO,  Abigail + David

Sunflowers are a powerhouse ingredient when it comes to hair care. Why does this matter to you? Sunflower seed extract softens and protects skin and adds shine and bounce to hair.  Our sunflower extract is high in oleic acid, is full of Omega 9 fats, and Vitamins E and K - the components that matter. One sunflower is actually made up of thousands of mini-flowers. It comes down to organic techniques and cold pressing.  Cold-pressed means that you get to keep more of what that make sunflower oil healthy, vitamins and phytosterols.  Cold-pressing also wastes less energy, since the seed temperature does not go over 110 degrees.  By being local, our sunflower oil also hasn’t traveled around the world before we put it into our products.  That makes fresher without creating un-necessary greenhouse gases. Cerified organic means that all of benefits of the sunflower comes without the downside of harmful chemicals and pesticides.           Sunflowers have deep local roots with the sunflower plant originating in North America. Native Americans living in the southwest, domesticated sunflowers to use the oil for cosmetic purposes – to protect and soothe skin, and as a hair conditioner. Native Americans expanded the sunflower's reach across the continent and eventually it became a cultivated crop in Wisconsin. You will find sunflower seed extract in ANTIDOTE 1848: Goldenseal Hair Protector   Sunflower Non-aerosol Hair Spray Malva Flex Hold Aerosol Hair Spray Volumizing Burdock Root Spray Wax   In the 1700’s, Europeans learned about the sunflower from Native Americans, and brought it back to Europe.  At first, the sunflower was an ornamental crop in Europe - remember Vincent Van Gogh’s famous sunflower paintings from the 1880’s.  (In 1987, one sold for a record $40 million.)       Planting will start in a few months - around mid-May - and it will it take about 2 weeks for plants to emerge. Sunflower’s get their name because they are phototropic – their leaves follow the sun's rays throughout the day.  Unlike the name implies, the sunflower head is actually made up of up to 2,000 individual flowers.  The yellow petals serve to advertise these to nearby pollinators.  Bees play a key role in increasing yields. Go bees! We hope you love sunflowers as much as we do! They are much more than a pretty face. - Abigail + David

The castor plant – also known as African Coffee Tree and Mexico Weed – has several sides.  On one hand, the plant contains highly poisonous ricin - the stuff in spy movies.  On the other hand, castor beans are also half oil that has natural antibacterial and antifungal properties - high in Vitamin E and Omega 6. The the castor plant also adds a tropical touch to the garden, valued for its dramatic big leaves and colorful seed pods.