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shea butter makes me itchy

Why Fragrance in Hair Products Can Irritate Your Scalp

April 22, 2026September 11, 2024 by vanandveronica Haircare
Woman with fine curly hair, spray perfumed product

Ever been lured in by a product’s amazing scent, only to end up with an itchy, irritated scalp? We’ve been there too! While that lovely fragrance might sound like a bonus, if you’ve got fine curly hair and sensitive skin, it could be causing more harm than good.

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