Article written in collaboration with Marion Couffon.
When we think about beauty, we often picture radiant skin or silky hair. But before trends, “miracle” ingredients, or ultra-sophisticated routines, there’s one essential principle: respecting your natural self.
This is especially true for hair, as Margaux, Co-Founder of The Essentialist & Margaux Salon, explains.
Every day, our scalp and strands are exposed to stressors: pollution, hard water, heat, friction, color treatments, and more. And yet, many hair products, even so-called “professional” ones, still contain harsh or unnecessary ingredients: sulfates, heavy silicones, synthetic fragrances, irritating preservatives…
The result?
Weakened hair, an imbalanced scalp, and a vicious cycle of dryness, breakage, and thinning.
Why Natural Haircare Makes All the Difference
Using products formulated with gentle, non-irritating ingredients, without the unnecessary extras, helps restore the scalp’s natural balance, encouraging healthier, shinier, and stronger hair growth.
At The Essentialist, this is exactly our mission:
To create universal, effective, and safe haircare products that work for all hair types, even the most sensitive:
🌿 Short, clean formulas, free from harsh sulfates and suffocating silicones
💧 Lightweight textures that nourish without weighing down
⚖️ A holistic approach to hair health, starting with a balanced scalp
It’s simple: you can’t nourish and repair what you’re damaging every day. That’s why it’s so important to choose truly respectful products: ones that support your hair’s natural cycles instead of disrupting them.
So, Where Does Collagen Fit In?
Of course, beauty isn’t just about what you apply. It’s also about how you nourish your body from the inside, especially as time goes on.
Collagen, a protein naturally present in our tissues, plays a key role in the elasticity and strength of the skin, nails… and hair. As we age, natural collagen production decreases. The result? Duller skin, thinner texture, more brittle hair.
In combination with a consistent, natural haircare routine, high-quality collagen supplements, supported by clinical research, can offer broad-spectrum benefits:
- Increased skin hydration and firmness
- Faster hair growth and improved density
- Stronger nails
- Possible joint support
But collagen alone won’t replace a tailored haircare regimen. It works behind the scenes, supporting the visible effects of a balanced lifestyle and gentle care.
To celebrate the launch of our new haircare range, we’ve teamed up with Marion Couffon to bring you an exclusive VIP offer on a unique, highly absorbable collagen she personally uses and recommends: get 30% off here.
✨ True hair beauty lies in its health.
And that health depends on a well-balanced scalp, natural ingredients, and a simple yet consistent routine:
💧 Gentle, natural care is the foundation: it protects, repairs, and respects your hair’s true nature.
🌱 Collagen is a bonus,a supportive ally that enhances visible results on both skin and hair.
Take care of yourself, from the inside out. And remember: consistency and kindness are your greatest allies in revealing your natural beauty.
