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Top 5 Ingredients That Stimulate Natural Hair Growth
You might be looking for ways you can do to make your hair grow faster. Are there any natural remedies you can use? Perhaps there are vitamins you need to take? Are there specific ingredients you need to look for in your haircare products? In this blog, we will help answer those questions. First, we will look closely on how the hair grows and then list down the 5 best ingredients for hair growth. You will also get important tips and suggestions that will guide you in your hair growth journey. How Does Hair Grow? Did you know that you were born with all the hair follicles you’ll ever have? That’s about 100,000 hair follicles right on your scalp. Hair grows from a root at the bottom of every hair follicle under the skin. The blood underneath your scalp flows through the hair follicle to supply oxygen and nutrients to the root, which enable hair to grow. Your hair grows thicker and fuller as more hair strands come out as you grow older. Hair pushes through your scalp and passes by an oil gland. Because of the oil from this gland, your hair grows shiny and soft. What Ingredients Can Help Your Hair Grow? It is true that genetics play a major role in keeping hair thick. However, several factors like the products you use also come into play. Although there is no overnight remedy that will result in instant growth, there are powerful ingredients you can find to help your hair grow faster and thicker. Aloe Vera Aloe vera, otherwise known as Aloe barbadensis, is a succulent type of plant with thick and fleshy leaves that are green to grey-green in color. It has a gel-like substance inside of them, which is very much adored in the skincare realm. Aloe vera has been used for centuries for its healing properties. It has a cooling and soothing effect when applied to the skin. That’s why it makes a perfect natural remedy used to treat sunburns and skin inflammations. Because of its soothing benefits, it is also used to treat dry scalp issues where it was found to stimulate growth of healthy hair. Most users scoop the gel out of leaves cut fresh from a live plant. The gel has a clear color and watery texture that helps hydrate the hair and scalp. Allowing it to penetrate your hair follicles helps condition and treat damaged hair. Other Benefits of Aloe Vera: Calms itchy scalp and irritated skin Promotes healing Leaves the hair soft, smooth, and shiny Strengthens and repairs damaged strands Castor Oil Castor oil is a vegetable oil taken from the seeds of the Ricinus communis or castor plant. It has a pale-yellow color with a distinct nutty smell. The texture is very thick that’s why most users combine it with lighter oils like coconut oil when used. Castor oil has a high concentration of essential fatty acids. This oil is the unique source of ricinoleic acid, which constitutes up to 90% of the oil’s composition. It carries anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that promote healthy skin. When applied to the scalp, castor oil helps stimulate blood circulation that enables faster hair growth. The healthy fatty acids of castor oil have similar characteristics to the natural oil produced in the scalp. That’s why the moisture it carries is easily absorbed by the skin. Castor oil delivers other important nutrients such as vitamin E and protein too, making strands stronger and protected against damage. Other Benefits of Castor Oil: Treatment for dry hair and split ends Lengthens eyelashes and thickens eyebrows Relieves inflamed skin and flaky scalp Gets rid of stretch marks, acne, and blemishes when applied to skin Rosemary Oil Rosemary Oil is an aromatic liquid produced from the leaves of Rosmarinus officinalis or rosemary plant; a medicinal plant known for its culinary uses. Rosemary is best known as a food seasoning in various dishes. Rosemary oil has been used in traditional medicine for its therapeutic benefits. It is believed to help improve brain function, relieve pain, ease stress, and reduce joint inflammation. Rosemary oil also carries antioxidant and antimicrobial properties which make it a great alternative to chemical preservatives. Rosemary oil is considered a natural DHT blocker and can be found in anti-hair loss DHT-blocking shampoos and conditioners. When applied to hair, rosemary oil is believed to help with androgenetic alopecia, a type of hair loss better known as male pattern baldness, though it can affect both men and women. Rosemary oil is hailed as one of the 5 best ingredients for hair growth because it helps prevent hair loss while it stimulates better blood circulation. This allows the hair to grow faster, thicker, and fuller. Other Benefits of Rosemary Oil: Relieves stress and anxiety Reduces pain and inflammation Enhances memory and mental alertness Promotes faster healing Biotin Biotin is also known as vitamin B7, which is one of the B complex vitamins. Its main function is to help the body convert food into energy. It plays an important role in maintaining the health of the skin, hair, and even nails. Deficiency in biotin have been associated to hair loss or scaly skin conditions. Biotin is believed to improve the structure of hair and skin. If you are experiencing thinning hair, biotin supplementation may help prevent hair loss and assist in regrowth. Biotin is available as the key ingredient in hair products like the Shiny Leaf Biotin Shampoo and Conditioner. This product cleanses the hair and scalp while giving the hair the nourishing benefits of biotin and other great ingredients included in the formula. Biotin can also be taken orally as supplements. Increased biotin intake helps stimulate keratin production in hair and can increase the rate of hair growth. Other Benefits of Biotin: Thickens hair and improves elasticity for less breakage Strengthens nails Improves skin appearance Keeps the liver and nervous system healthy Coconut Oil Coconut oil is an edible oil made from pressing fresh or dried coconut meat. This hydrating oil is naturally rich in fatty acids, which support heathy hair and skin. In the food industry, coconut oil is used as a healthier option for a cooking oil. It is believed to offer various health benefits including increasing good cholesterol, controlling blood sugar, and weight loss. It is often preferred by people who wish to boost heart health and manage their weight. The best type of coconut oil to use is fractionated coconut oil. Regular coconut oil is usually thick and turns solid at lower temperatures. Fractionated coconut oil does not solidify. It is easily absorbed to the skin and is less likely to clog pores. Because of this, fractionated coconut oil works perfectly for massage, skincare applications, and DIY hair treatments. Try mixing 2/3 cup of Shiny Leaf Fractionated Coconut Oil with 1 tablespoon of Shiny Leaf Castor Oil to create a DIY deep conditioning treatment. Coconut oil helps stimulate the scalp to promote hair growth while leaving long-lasting shine and smoothness to hair. Other Benefits of Coconut Oil: Facial moisturizer and makeup remover Hydrates hair and scalp for soft smooth hair Great carrier oil for massage aromatherapy Supports heart health and weight loss Important Tips and Suggestions Remember that hair growth is a process and trying to make your hair grow faster won’t yield results overnight. What you need to understand is that a proper haircare routine combined with the right products makes a bigger possibility for success. So, if you’re ready to incorporate these 5 best ingredients for hair growth in your hair care routine, take these important tips to help you begin your hair growth journey on the right track. Use ingredients as they are. You can use these ingredients in their natural and pure forms without alterations. Apply aloe vera gel, coconut oil, castor oil, or rosemary oil to the scalp while massaging with your fingers lightly in a circular motion. Create DIY recipes. You can combine these ingredients to make your own DIY hair treatments. This is perfect for weekend relaxation, but you can do it anytime, like when you need some personal pampering. Check out these DIY castor oil recipes you can try at home! Check the label of products. When purchasing haircare products, it’s worth taking time to look for these 5 best ingredients for hair growth on the ingredients list. We can say that 50% of the success of a haircare routine depends on the haircare products you use. Consume as food. Some natural oils are edible and can be consumed. Rosemary oil and coconut oil falls right in this category, since they can be used for food preparation. Just make sure the product you are using is labelled good for consumption. Take supplements. Biotin can be taken orally as a dietary supplement. When looking for an anti-hair loss supplement, it is good to pick a product that contains biotin, combined with other ingredients that help prevent hair loss and encourage hair growth. A great example you can try is the enHAIRgy Supplement. Lastly – stick to a proper haircare routine. Once you have figured out a routine that works well for you, stick to it religiously. Be patient. As we’ve said, nothing is instant and results don’t happen overnight. Give yourself at least 90 days of a healthy haircare routine supported by products that contain these 5 best ingredients for hair growth, then see results for yourself!
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Top 5 Upgrades From 5 Years of Brand Nurturing at Shiny Leaf
Experience is the best teacher. This is probably one of the most fitting catchphrases that describes our journey as a brand. Shiny Leaf is a living, breathing testament that constant change to improve is the road to perfecting one’s craft. In our five years in the industry, we have learned so much. We learned about our customers: what they want, what they are looking for, and what makes them feel happy and rewarded. We took time to understand the latest technologies and most effective strategies, so we can serve you better and make more meaningful connections with you. We have learned to adapt to many different facets of the business. Utilizing the knowledge we gained each time, we improved our brand in so many ways. As we celebrate our fifth-year anniversary, allow us to do this countdown of the top 5 upgrades we pride ourselves in. Shipping Protection In the early years of Shiny Leaf, one of the most common problems that our customer report back to us are lost or mishandled packages. If our customers are upset about that, we were probably ten times more displeased with ourselves. We knew our dear customers deserve better. And we couldn’t bear the thought of making you unhappy. That’s why we came up with the shipping protection feature as the solution. Shipping protection is an optional add-on you can turn on or off every time you shop on our website. For only $0.98, you are getting an instant security for your package. That means it will be safeguard from loss, damage, or theft. You are ensured that while your shipment is in transit, it will be safe and protected. In case it is stolen, lost, or broken en route, (which we promise is a rare case) you will also have an instant access to hassle-free refund or reorder options. It’s quick, easy and happens in just a few clicks. Shipping protection is part our 100% Happiness Guarantee that our customers can always count on. Shiny Leaf Rewards In 2019, we introduced the Shiny Leaf Rewards as way of saying “thank you” to all our customers. Shiny Leaf Rewards is a loyalty program that offers exclusive rewards and privileges to its members. The rewards come in the form of points, which customers can earn and redeem in exchange for free products, coupon codes, gift cards, and more. Earning points for Shiny Leaf Rewards is super easy. Buying products, referring friends, and other simple tasks earn you points. In fact, you don’t need to purchase to be a member and start collecting your rewards. If you’re are not a member of Shiny Leaf Rewards yet, it’s now time to sign-up and claim the rewards waiting for you. Sign-up now to get started! Mobile App With the mobile phones being the most widely used device of this generation, it has become crucial for almost every business to reach its target customers through this technology. Majority of the population probably holds a mobile phone on their hands. Therefore, the accessibility of the mobile phone made it an instant tool for marketers to get their products and services in front of their target consumers. Mobile devices have become the bridge that simplified brand efforts to market products, attract potential buyers, and provide support for customers. We capitalized on this potential to create a stronger and more meaningful connection with our customers by developing the Shiny Leaf mobile app. The Shiny Leaf mobile app was launched in mid-2019 with features that enable our customers to shop, track deliveries, view order history, contact customer support, earn rewards, and so much more! It is available for free download from App Store or Google Play on both iOS and Android devices. If you haven’t downloaded the app yet, you’re getting only half of the Shiny Leaf experience. Install the Shiny Leaf mobile app now! Order Tracking System We want to give our customers stress-free shopping experience. From choosing the right products that you want, efficient payment methods, to friendly customer care – we want to it to be as seamless as possible before, during, and even after you check out. Order tracking has often been a concern for some of our customers. Most of you want to know the status of your orders and that’s perfectly fine. That’s why we built a better order tracking system, which will systematize order information and make it available right when you need it. The Shiny Leaf order tracking feature can be accessed by Shiny Leaf customers by logging in on their accounts, either via the mobile app or our website. With better ways to track orders, a customer will have a peace of mind from knowing that an order is well-placed and is arriving at the doorstep very soon. Available in More Stores Shiny Leaf is now available in Amazon, eBay, Walmart, and Etsy. Aside from buying directly on our website, enjoy the convenience of purchasing your favorite shampoos, conditioners, oils and supplements on various sales channels of your choice. By having more shopping options, we were able to provide high quality products for a wider range of customers. The high demand for our products pushed us to make this huge leap possible. Thank you to everyone and please know that while demand rises, we are still keeping our eyes focused on maintaining the quality of our products. We make sure that each product is carefully formulated, so it does not contain ingredients that can harm you or the environment. Ingredients like parabens, sulfates, silicones, and hexane are major no-no’s in our lists. Shiny Leaf has grown immensely over the course of five fantastical years. With a wider reach, amazing features, and products that are loved by all, we promise to continue this beautiful journey of self-love with you. Together, let’s continue thriving and living with a kind of self-awareness that only self-care can give. We promise that with the help of our natural bath and body products, you will be able to feel the most tender loving care that you always deserved!
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A Trip Down Memory Lane: Looking Back to Previous Products and Their Great Alternatives
As a brand that cares, Shiny Leaf always strives to find the best we can offer. Part of our mission is to constantly search for high-quality ingredients and come up with great products that our customers need—and eventually fall in love with. Making things better is an inevitable thing for us. That’s why over the years, our collection has gone through a series of metamorphosis. In terms of packaging, ingredients, labels, and to the very product we offer. We have made conscious decisions to change things up for a better and stronger Shiny Leaf that you can trust. In our 5-year existence in the industry of natural haircare and skincare, we’ve had a series of goodbyes and hellos. We welcomed new products to our collection. And there were also a few others we had to let go and replace with better ones. Join us in this blog as we take a trip down memory lane, to look back on the previous products that were once part of our collection and the items we replaced them with. Bye Pomegranate Oil, Hello Coconut Oil When Shiny Leaf was launched in August 2016, one of our pioneer products was the Pomegranate Seed Oil. Touted as a superfood, pomegranate is a popular fruit believed to carry antioxidant-rich nutrients that account for its many benefits. It is known to help lower inflammation and improve overall health. The oil is often cold-pressed from the fruit’s seeds. It is used in cosmetic products like serums and creams. Pomegranate seed oil is best for DIY skincare recipes. It contains vitamin C, which offers regenerative, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging properties. The good news is we found a better alternative that provides the same benefits, plus more! The Fractionated Coconut Oil is a new item in our natural oils collection. It is a lightweight oil that cares gently for your hair and skin. It has incredible hydrating and moisturizing benefits that helps in reducing fine lines and wrinkles just like the anti-aging benefits that pomegranate seed oil offers. Coconut oil is also an excellent hair treatment that stimulates hair follicles. And it also works perfectly as a carrier oil in massage aromatherapy. Bye Rose Absolute Oil, Hello Sweet Almond Oil Another pioneer product, the Rose Absolute Oil was replaced by our Sweet Almond Oil. The Rose Absolute Oil was an absolute favorite when it comes to skincare. It provides the skin moisturizing benefits with the passionate aroma of roses. The smell has a calming effect. That’s why rose absolute oil is also a staple for aromatherapy. With just a few drops, this oil can make your room smell like a thousand roses. The rose absolute oil is also super lightweight and evaporates easily. For this reason, skincare junkies wanted something richer in texture when applied to the skin. That’s why we searched an alternative. It took us a while but the wait is worth it when we finally introduced the Sweet Almond Oil in November 2020. Our Sweet Almond Oil is as heavenly as the Rose Absolute Oil. It has a sweet nutty aroma and a medium to light consistency, which feels luxurious on the skin but does not leave a greasy feeling. It absorbs fast and can also be used for a relaxing body massage. It blends well with other types of oils, so you can use it for various DIY hair and skin recipes at home. Bye Argan Oil Products, Hello DHT Blocker Set We can’t deny that our argan oil product line was a surefire hit among our customers. The line consisted of an argan oil-infused shampoo, conditioner, and argan oil in its pure form. We introduced this line as our anti-hair loss solution but it didn’t take long when we finally decided to replace it with a stronger hair loss treatment line – the DHT Blocker Set. The DHT Blocker Set includes a shampoo and conditioner, both infused with DHT-blocking ingredients such as rosemary leaf oil and asparagus cochinchinensis extract. These ingredients are far more potent than argan oil when it comes to preventing hair loss. They work by targeting hair loss at the roots—literally—because DHT blockers work on the hair follicles. DHT or Dihydrotestosterone is a male hormone that can accumulate in the hair follicles. This blocks blood flow to the hair follicles, preventing nutrients from coming in. As a result, the hair follicles starve, shrink, and fall out without growing back. The purpose of DHT blockers is to prevent this from happening. With the DHT Blocker Shampoo and Conditioner, you get the benefits of anti-hair loss in combination with the benefits of other nourishing ingredients. Our DHT Blocker set also contains biotin and castor oil, which are known ingredients to help with hair growth. So, your hair stays shiny and strong as it grows thicker and fuller. But wait, there’s more! We know you really miss the argan oil product collection. That’s why they are returning soon as a new and improved set, to be launched early next year. Bye Tea Tree Oil Set, Hello Castor Oil Super Set Our Tea Tree Shampoo and Conditioner Set was referred to as the anti-dandruff set of our collection. But it was in September of the year 2020 that we decided to discontinue this set to focus on improving our Castor Oil Super Set. The Shiny Leaf Castor Oil Super Set is composed of three amazing products: Castor Oil Shampoo, Castor Oil Conditioner, and the Organic Castor Oil. We made the shampoo and conditioner an even better pair together. The new formula of the shampoo contains higher amounts of castor oil for better hair growth and shine. For the conditioner, we worked on making its Hair Rescue Formula stronger by adding more hair-caring ingredients like honey extract and coconut oil. All these hydrating ingredients help with dry scalp to reduce flaking. The keratin amino acids in the conditioner also help strengthen the strands to manage hair fall. Bye ActivHair, Hello enHAIRgy Remember our ActivHair Supplement? Now, it’s called the enHAIRgy Supplement. They provide the same benefits for anti-hair loss and hair growth boost, but with significant difference in the ingredients. The enHAIRgy Supplement contains higher amounts of active ingredients known to block DHT. These are natural ingredients like saw palmetto, horsetail, stinging nettle, fo-ti root, pygeum bark, and green tea leaf. It also contains higher amounts of vitamins A and B7 (also known as Biotin). This supplement has no fillers inside and is made with a veggie capsule. It is 100% vegetarian formula, gluten-free, and digests fast in the stomach. EnHAIRgy became available for everyone on September 2020 as part of the Shiny Leaf Wellness line. Keeps Getting Better, Stronger, Shinier! The Shiny Leaf story began with a mission to provide effective and high-quality natural products that fit your lifestyle and your budget. At the same time, we didn’t want to diminish your confidence in the products that we provide. So, we always try to find a happy medium between effectivity and price, to offer you the best products that will satisfy both conditions. With every product we develop, our customers, and how it will benefit them, is at the core of our efforts. We keep improving because we want to give you the best care that you deserve. With your trust at stake, we continue to strive for what is stronger, what works better, and what helps you achieve your goals when it comes caring and loving yourself. We promise that the Shiny Leaf collection will continue it’s top of the line product offers in the years ahead.
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Self-Love: The History of Shiny Leaf
Before becoming a known brand of personal care products, Shiny Leaf started with a desire of finding solutions to our own hair issues. There were thousands of options available in the market – shampoos, conditioners, hair treatments, and the list goes on. They can be found everywhere – drugstore, supermarket, and even online. With so many options, it was so easy to trail the wrong track by choosing products that don’t really work or are not suitable with our hair type. One can try as many, but in frequently falling into the wrong products, your hair could end up damaged. With the goal of finding treatment to weak and thinning hair, we stumbled upon an oil taken from the seeds of castor plant – the castor oil, a nutrient-rich oil known for a number of uses and benefits. In the beginning, we tried it out as an oil treatment to boost strength and hair growth. The results were astounding and from there, we knew natural ingredients is the key to having healthy hair that’s beautiful and protected against damage. Beginning of A Brand After seeing the best results from using a pure and natural ingredient like the castor oil, we worked into having a deeper understanding about plant oils and extracts. We learned about how they work, their benefits, and the best ways to harness them. Aside from castor oil, we found other types of essential oils that hooked us. Pomegranate seed oil and rose absolute oil were interesting subjects. From our gained knowledge, we put together a list of these personal favorites. That was the birth of our first product collection – a line of natural oils that can be used for haircare and skincare routine. It consisted of castor oil, pomegranate seed oil, and rose absolute oil. Each type of oil is carefully selected and crafted using the most effective extraction methods. Since the beginning, high quality is our top priority in everything that we do. And from there, our story began, as a beauty brand started to emerge. Why the Name Shiny Leaf After putting together our initial product line, the next step was to decide on a brand name that reflects who we are, what we do, and our ideals. Shiny Leaf was the perfect brand name that instantly resonated with the team. ‘Shiny’ represented our goal, which is to make hair shiny and to make a person “shine” with self-confidence. ‘Leaf’ represented nature which is the primary source of our ingredients. That’s why in our logo and our emblem, a shiny little leaf is always featured. Brand Launching The Shiny Leaf brand was officially launched on August 10, 2016 with a couple of organic oils as our first line of products. We knew these oils were very effective in keeping skin and hair beautiful. That’s why despite starting from point zero, with a small group of people, we put up our humble headquarters at Las Vegas, Nevada. We made Shiny Leaf products available to the international market by selling them through Amazon and our official website www.shinyleaf.com. With a mantra of “Look Good, Love Yourself”, Shiny Leaf has easily won the hearts of many. We are proud that in a very short span of time, we have instilled with our community of loyal customers the value of taking care of themselves and those around them. What Sets Us Apart Our commitment to making high quality products and make it available for all is what makes our brand unique. We believe that everyone is beautiful and everyone should be able to feel good about themselves. With two things in mind – quality and affordability – using natural ingredients became our brand’s standard. With experience and research, we found that ingredients that come from nature are the best choices. They are gentle, effective, and pretty much harmless. Unlike chemical-based products filled with synthetic ingredients, our products are rather caring than damaging. They help keep your hair, skin, and body healthy. This is very important knowing that we use these products in our daily lives. Therefore, preventing negative effects in the long run is one of our considerations. Promise of Principles In every product we make, we keep in mind important principles that we always stick to in order to maintain a degree of standard. And not like any promises, we don’t intend to break them. Instead, we want to keep and nurture them for as long as we make our customers happy. Use of Natural Ingredients Having started from using natural oils, it has been our standard to create amazing products infused with natural ingredients. From oils to plant extracts, we use nourishing ingredients that are naturally available. This makes all our haircare and skincare products safe for all. Cruelty-Free All Shiny Leaf products and the ingredients we use are 100% cruelty-free. We strictly do not test on animals. By using non-toxic ingredients and by avoiding animal testing, we are happy to help in taking care of the environment too. Made in the USA We have set the highest manufacturing standards to guide us as a brand. Before launching, each product is carefully planned and crafted. They are made in the USA and are made in compliance with strict US manufacturing standards. All US deliveries are also free shipping! Excellent Support Service We also make sure that your Shiny Leaf experience is more than just buying products from us. We want to cultivate a relationship among our customers by providing you with utmost care through our top-of-the-line customer support. Our team of customer support representatives are always welcoming to help you with your queries or concerns. 100% Happiness Guarantee With all these efforts we do, the end goal is to make our dear customers happy. We want to cultivate confidence among you that’s why we offer Happiness Guarantee for everyone. Our high-quality products, our top-of-the-line customer service, our shipping protection and our 30-day money back guarantee – they all make up your experience with us worth it every time. Small Business, Big Commitment Shiny Leaf wants to create a community full of encouragement and driven by self-love. As a small business, we are eager to fully commit to our mission of giving everyone a choice of products that they will enjoy using. Now, we have grown into a full international brand with happy customers all over the world. We offer self-care products for your daily routines including shampoos, conditioners, natural oils, and other personal care essentials. As we go on, Shiny Leaf promises to keep our ideals focused on giving you nothing less than the best!
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Shiny Leaf Customer Support Gets a Whopping 8.92 Stars
We conducted a survey among buyers of Shiny Leaf products and the result is an astonishing rating of 8.92 out of 10. In this recent survey, which was done on April 2021, respondents received a questionnaire to evaluate our customer support performance. The average rating of nearly 90% is a sincere testament to Shiny Leaf’s customer satisfaction guarantee. In this blog, we will give you the important “Ts” on how exactly our customer support process goes. Take this as an exclusive scoop straight from us. This is to help you understand what happens “BTS” (behind-the-scene) when you, our dear customer, has a concern you need our help with. Our Support Process We want to ensure that our customers always have a good experience with us – not only from using our products but from having that special relationship with us, where there is trust and confidence. That’s why, as part of our Happiness Guarantee, we give you top-of-the-line customer support wherever you are. Let’s break down our support process into four steps. Every step is important, so that our team can come up with the best solution for any customer concern in the shortest possible time. With each of these steps taken into account meticulously, we promise that every customer gets the after sales service they deserve. Here we go. Customers Contact Us The Shiny Leaf Customer Support process begins from the moment we receive a message from our customer. Whether it’s a delivery issue, a product inquiry, or order assistance, we are always ready to help you. When you contact us, make sure to include details about your concern such as order number, the products you brought, where you bought the products, or any other important information that can help us assess your concern immediately. There are 4 different ways to contact us, which shall be discussed individually in more detail in the succeeding section below. But first, step 2. We Acknowledge Your Concern The Shiny Leaf Customer Support will acknowledge your concern as soon as your message is received. You may expect a reply from us within 12 hours. With this reply, we may ask you for some details we need if you haven’t provided them in your initial message yet. The basic information we may ask are your order number, email address, and the store you bought the products from. But that may vary depending on your query. Either way, you’ll hear from us within the 12-hour time frame. Support Representative Creates a Report For our record purposes, the designated support representative creates a report about your concern especially if it’s a delivery issue or an order issue. Details about the complaint will be noted. Photos may sometimes be required from customers as proofs and shall be attached with the report for reference. We always want to solve every issue with an open heart and objective mind. A comprehensive report is an important part in coming up with our final solution. Report Submitted to Manager The report about your concern will be forwarded to our manager who gets to decide on the next steps. Our manager makes the assessment of the matter based on the information contained within the report. The manager will then respond to the customer support representative with a final decision on how to resolve your concern. Resolution in 24 Hours Once the Shiny Leaf Customer Support representative receives the decision, it will immediately be forwarded to you, the customer. Expect the reply from us within 24 hours from your first message. In some cases, 24 hours may be exceeded before a resolution is finally made. This happens when the concern needs more clarifications from either the customer or Shiny Leaf’s end. But don’t worry, we won’t let you down unless we make everything right for you. How to Contact Shiny Leaf Support For faster and easier communication, we made various ways to reach us available for all. This way, customers can choose which method is more convenient for them. Chat Via Social Media Shiny Leaf has a presence in major social media channels available now. You can say hello through the chat box of our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages. Send us a direct message about your concern and our social media managers will respond to you the soonest. Submit Contact Form Your second option is to fill-up the contact form, which you can access on the contact page on our website or via the Shiny Leaf mobile app. All you need to do is log in, type your message, and click submit. We will receive your message right away! Leave Voice Message If you prefer to say it than write it, let us know your concern by leaving us a voice message at 1-888-882-2041. When you record your message, make sure to mention the products that your bought, store you purchased from, date of purchase, and an active email address where we can contact you immediately. Send Email Lastly, a rather formal way to contact Shiny Leaf Customer Support is by sending an email to support@shinyleaf.com. Write down in your email the complete details of your concern, so we can do necessary actions immediately. For a more thorough discussion on how to contact Shiny Leaf Support and the important information you need to remember when contacting us, check out our blog about the 4 ways to easily contact Shiny Leaf Support. We Care for Our Customers The bottom line in everything we do is to make our customers really satisfied, not only with the products they bought, but the experience with Shiny Leaf as a whole. This is the sole reason why our Happiness Guarantee was developed. It’s our humble way of showing how much we care for you. Do you have any concerns? Questions? Suggestions? Don’t hesitate to ping us. You are always welcome to contact the customer support team 24/7. It’s always nice to hear from you!
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4 Ways to Easily Contact Shiny Leaf Support
If you need help locating your delivery or you have a concern about your orders, Shiny Leaf Support is always open to assist you. As part of our Happiness Guarantee, we provide our beloved customers top of the line customer service that treats you well like a VIP. So, if you encounter any delivery issue, or if you have any questions about the products, don’t be shy to reach out to us. It’s your right and our responsibility to give you the proper service you deserve as a customer. For any concern, there are four ways that you can easily contact Shiny Leaf Support: through social media, contact form, voice message, and email. This blog teaches you how you can go about each mode of communication, so you can decide which way works best for you. Chat on Social Media You can easily reach Shiny Leaf Support through social media via direct message. In the online chat world, it is commonly referred to as PM (short for personal message) or DM (short for direct message). With a bunch of various social media platforms available right now, we have a number of options to instantly connect. Shiny Leaf can be reached via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram chat. Just say hello and let us know your concern. We promise to respond quickly within 12 hours. In some cases, there are a few customers who also ask questions by posting comments on our social media posts. This usually happens on our TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube videos. That’s no problem. We do reply to your comments as soon as we can. And if needed, it’s easy to take the conversation to private messaging. Contacting us on social media is the best way to go if you need real time assistance. Fill-up the Contact Form On the Shiny Leaf app on your mobile phone, you can easily pitch us your questions, feedback or concerns by using the contact form. Just log in to your account then select the ‘Customer Service’ option from the menu to open the form. Type your message on the box provided and click submit. It’s that easy! This method is best for those who have installed their Shiny Leaf app already. If you haven’t installed the Shiny Leaf App yet, you can download it here. It is available for both Android and iOS devices. The contact form can also be accessed via the contact page on our website. If you are not logged in on the website, you may need to provide your name, email, and phone number along with your message. Leave a Voice Message Do you prefer to say things than type them on the screen? Sending a voice message is another easy way to contact Shiny Leaf Support. Leave us a voicemail at 1-888-882-2041. Indicate the products bought, store where the item/s are purchased, date of purchase and leave your email address so that we can contact you immediately. Send an Email A more formal way to contact Shiny Leaf Support is by sending an email to support@shinyleaf.com. Through an email, you can immediately laydown the complete details of your concern. Our assigned Shiny Leaf customer service representative will reply within 12 hours and take care of you. Check out the next section below to find out the important information you need to include in your email. Things to Remember When Contacting Us Now that you know your options on how to contact Shiny Leaf Support, let’s talk about the important things you need to keep in mind when you reach out to us. This will help us both resolve any issue the fastest way possible. You will need to provide us necessary information we need to help you sort things out. It includes but may not be limited to the list below. Important Information Needed Complete Name – Make sure we can identify you as our beloved customer by telling us your complete name. Mention your first and last name. Order Number – If you are asking about your order, giving the specific order number will help us identify easily which order we are talking about. Locating your order will be easier if we find the correct match in our system. You can check for your order number on the invoice email we sent you. Check out this order number guide: Website and Etsy purchases – 5 digits Amazon purchases – 17 digits Walmart purchases – 13 digits Ebay – just provide us your username Products Bought – Is your order incomplete? Tell us the products you actually bought so we can verify on our system what happened to the missing items. Don’t worry. We can easily track it down and replace it if needed. Sales Channel – We need to know where you purchased your item/s. Aside from the Shiny Leaf official store, our products are also available on Amazon, eBay, Walmart, and Etsy. Date of Purchase – When did you place an order? No further explanation needed. (*wink) Email Address – If reaching out other than by email, especially if via voicemail, don’t forget to leave your email address so we can contact you immediately. Top of the Line Shiny Leaf Customer Service Shiny Leaf Customer Support is part of our overall customer satisfaction guarantee. We believe that a good customer relationship begins with a good customer service. That’s why we go above and beyond to keep our dear customers happy, whether that means responding to your questions or resolving issues with a positive attitude. We want our customers to have a good experience before, during, and even after placing their first order with us. Our customer’s satisfaction has always been the beacon that reminds us of our end goal. Making our customers happy is our top priority, and hopefully with this at the heart of our business, we can create loyal, returning customers. Remember: Shiny Leaf Customer Support is always reachable via email, voicemail, or Facebook chat Your concern is our concern It’s not about the money, it’s about customer satisfaction
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Be Free from Worry with Shiny Leaf Happiness Guarantee
Independence Day is the national day of the United States. It is also known as the “Fourth of July”, which is a federal holiday honoring the declaration of independence of the country on July 4, 1776. The entire nation celebrates in a colorful day filled with fireworks, parades, carnivals, concerts, games, and other festivities. Families enjoy barbecues, picnics, and family reunions together too. We at Shiny Leaf are proud to be a US-based brand and embraces this unique American culture with us. Independence Day is a day of freedom and it should be enjoyable for everyone. That’s why we want you to celebrate Independence Day with freedom from worry with Shiny Leaf Happiness Guarantee. With this customer-focused feature, you’ll have peace of mind every time you place an order. What is Happiness Guarantee? They say, the best things in life are free. And freedom and happiness are two of those things we promise here at Shiny Leaf. We are a carefree brand that stands for self-love and self-worth as our slogan “Look Good, Love Yourself” recapitulates. With these in mind, we looked into creating a virtual environment that ensures happiness for all our customers. Shiny Leaf’s Happiness Guarantee aims to put away the worries and troubles customers may have when dealing with online transactions. It involves four different aspects that works altogether as a whole for a full Happiness Guarantee feature. Top Quality Products We give you the freedom to be you and care for yourself with help of Shiny Leaf premium products. You have the freedom to choose the products that will bring you joy and excellent results tailored to your needs. Do you experience hair loss? Do you have thinning hair and want to boost hair growth? Do you want a natural moisturizer for your skin? We got that covered for you! All you need to do is pick the right products you want for your hair and skin types. Shipping Protection You also get to choose if you want shipping protection along with your orders. Our shipping protection gives you instant security to keep your parcels safe and protected while on their way. It safeguards your deliveries from loss, damage, or theft. This optional protection is offered to customers solely to provide security to the shipment of orders. With shipping protection, you can easily file a claim for refunds or reorders for products that are lost or damaged in transit. It’s hassle-free and you can do it in just a few clicks. To be covered, just tick the Shipping Protection upon check out. It automatically counts as an add-on to your order which entitles you to all its features. 30 Days Money Back If in case you’re not happy with your orders (which we believe would be impossible 😉) you can request a refund with no questions asked! As an alternative, we also offer product replacement if you want. Feel free to let us know what you prefer by just sending us an email to support@shinyleaf.com. When you do, please include your order number and tell us what happened and we’d be happy to assist you. Fast Reliable Customer Care For all concerns, our Shiny Leaf Support Team is always here to help you. We will answer your questions and other concerns within less than 12 hours. Feel free to contact us through an email to support@shinyleaf.com or message us via social media anytime. You can reach us through different social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. We are available to answer your queries about the products or your orders. Who can enjoy our Happiness Guarantee? Everyone deserves to be happy right? Therefore, we want to make sure that no unhappy customer is left behind. Shiny Leaf’s Happiness Guarantee is accessible for all Shiny Leaf customers across our recognized e-commerce sites. The coverage of Happiness Guarantee includes Shiny Leaf products bought from Shiny Leaf store, Amazon, eBay, Walmart, and Etsy. Try Now to Experience Freedom the Shiny Leaf Way Start your way towards experiencing the beauty of using natural products with Shiny Leaf. The products are top-notch quality, so you’ll have no complaints. If ever you have a little problem with the products or the delivery, we are here for you. Our customer care personnel are always welcoming to guide you, to help resolve whatever concerns you have. As we celebrate freedom on Independence Day, make yourself free from doubts, worries, or fears. The Shiny Leaf Happiness Guarantee is here to keep your mind at peace.
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The Hurtful Evils of Hexane to Beauty, Brain, and Body
Hexane is a chemical that many people may not be aware of but is present in some day-to-day products we use. It has been recognized for years to cause long-lasting, even permanent, nerve damage. A large quantity of hexane is produced in the United States each year in the form of solvents. It is commonly used in different industries such as printing, shoe making, textiles, automotive, and furniture. Many consumers purchase and use products containing hexane without being aware of the health risks. It is easily inhaled and absorbed through the skin. To avoid the negative effects of hexane, it is important to understand its properties, dangers, and available alternatives. What is Hexane? The chemical formula for hexane is C6H14. It is a colorless liquid that is highly flammable and does not mix with water. It gives off a subtle, gasoline-like odor but it is odorless when pure. This industrial chemical is used to extract edible oils from seeds and vegetables. It is also used as a solvent and cleaning agent. Hexane is a significant component of gasoline. How is Hexane Produced Hexane is a common industrial chemical derived from petroleum and are commonly obtained by refining crude oil. It can be taken from many sources like gasoline, camping fuel, and many hydrocarbon-based solvents. Common Uses of Hexane Even though most consumers are unfamiliar with hexane and its adverse effects to human health, it serves a number of industrial, commercial, and household purposes. Food Industry - The main use of hexane as a solvent is to extract edible oils from seeds and vegetable crops such as soybeans, nuts, and corn. Beauty Industry – Just like in the food industry, hexane is used as a solvent for oil seed extraction used as key ingredients in natural beauty products. There are brands that use hexane to extract oils such as castor oil, almond oil, and argan oil. These oils are used for hair and skin. They can also be added to haircare and skincare products like lotions, shampoos, and conditioners. Craft Supplies – Commercial grade hexane is used as solvent for varnishes, paints, glues, rubber cement, and adhesives. It is also present in stain removers, spray paints, and craft paints. It is used as a special glue in roofing, shoemaking, and leather goods. Printing Industry – Hexane is used as a cleansing agent in printers. Textile Manufacturing – Hexane is used as a cleaning agent. Laboratory – Hexane is typically used in laboratories for extracting oil and grease contaminants from water and soil for analysis. Hazards of Hexane Now that we have identified the different applications of hexane, it is also important to understand the negative effects of hexane for you – that includes your appearance and your overall health. Beauty Hexane is not actually used as an ingredient, but as a solvent to extract natural oils used in haircare and skincare products. When contaminated with hexane, your beauty products can be harmful in the long run. Aside from inhalation, hexane can also affect you by passing through the skin. Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. It may also cause eye and skin irritation with direct contact. Brain The effect of hexane is mostly on the brain. If exposures are high and occur frequently over months or years, effects on the brain can be long-lasting and possibly permanent. The most likely route of human exposure to hexane is by inhalation. Short-term exposure through inhalation of high levels of hexane causes mild effect to the central nervous system. This may involve feelings of dizziness, slight nausea, and headache. Long-term exposure to hexane in air may cause numbness on the extremities, muscle weakness, blurred vision, headache, and tiredness. Body High levels of exposure have been linked to a medical condition called peripheral neuropathy. It is characterized by numbness and tingling in the feet, legs, and hands. The muscles feel weak and there is also a lesser sensitivity to touch, pain, vibration, and temperature. In severe cases, muscles may shrink and lead to paralysis. Hexane vapors may cause dermatitis and irritation of the eyes and throat in humans. If swallowed, hexane can cause severe abdominal pain and cause difficulty in breathing, cough, and burning of the mouth, throat or chest. Exposure to Hexane and First Aid Getting exposed to hexane and having potential health risks are common to people who are dealing with hexane in the workplace on a regular basis. Constant use of products that contain hexane can also be a point of exposure. Shoe makers, refinery workers, lab technicians, printers, construction workers, auto mechanics, and some consumers may be at risk of exposure. Because of the negative effects of hexane, it is important to know what to do in case of accidental exposure. Inhalation Hexane evaporates easily, so breathing contaminated air during manufacture and use of the chemical is the most common form of exposure. In case of inhalation of hexane, move the patient to area with fresh air. Losen tight clothing such as belt or collar. If breathing becomes difficult, oxygen should be administered. A trained person may begin a rescue breathing if breathing stops or CPR if the patient becomes unconscious. Call for medical assistance immediately. Eye Contact In case of eye contact, remove contact lenses if necessary and immediately flush eyes with running water for 15 to 20 minutes. Consult a physician before applying any ointment or taking medications. Skin Contact In case of skin contact, quickly remove contaminated clothing. Wash the affected area immediately with soap and water. Treat the area with anti-bacterial cream to avoid infections. Ingestion If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. If the patient is conscious, drink one to two glasses of water to dilute the chemical. Never give anything by mouth to a person who is unconscious or convulsing. Seek medical attention immediately. Other Safety Precautions Wear protective clothing such as cloves, safety goggles, and nose and mouth cover when working with hexane. Do not smoke, drink, or eat when within the area where hexane is present. Seek medical attention after direct exposure to hexane, especially if you experience severe symptoms. How Hexane is Regulated Now The Congress specifically identified hexane as a hazardous air pollutant under the Clean Air Act. It is regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Certain steps had been taken to address exposures to hexane especially when released to outdoor air. Workplaces were required to take action in order to minimize exposure of workers. Companies need some disclosure requirements for environmental releases. Safer, Effective Substitutes to Hexane are Available Water-based cleaners are good alternatives to hexane in the industries where meticulous cleaning is required. Unfortunately, despite the well-known severe negative effects of hexane, this toxic substance is still present in many consumer products we use every single day. The reason behind is mostly because hexane is cheaper when it comes to operational costs. When extracting oils from seeds, the cold-pressing method is a safer alternative. Cold-pressing means manually pressing the seeds using a mechanical press machine to extract the oils. This does not involve heat or chemicals to preserve the purity and properties of the oil. Then the oil is filtered to remove impurities. A great example is the Cold-Pressed Castor Oil offered by Shiny Leaf. It is organic, natural, and hexane-free! Stay Healthy with Hexane-Free Products Anyone can be exposed to hexane when using household products that contain hexane. It can be present in some personal care products that contain natural seed oils. Some common types of these oils are argan oil, castor oil, and almond oil. Some manufacturers of these beauty products use hexane as solvent for extraction because of economic reasons. We, at Shiny Leaf, want to ensure the quality of our products. That’s why we are confident that the natural oils we offer are 100% pure and hexane-free. We use the process called cold-pressing in order to take the natural oils from their raw materials. Cold-pressed oils are found to be more effective. They contain the highest amounts of nutrients that are beneficial for your hair and skin. The castor oil, sweet almond oil, and argan oil used in our products are very nourishing. They are certified organic and safe for all. You will enjoy using them for your daily beauty routines without worrying about the negative effects of hexane for your body and health.
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Flag Day 2021: Celebrating the American Flag and It’s True Meaning
June 14 is Flag Day! This annual holiday commemorates the history and symbolism of the American flag. Learn about the history of this momentous celebration, the evolution of the flag of the United States, and the meaning behind the Stars and Stripes. What is Flag Day? Flag Day is a celebration of the American flag that happens each year on the anniversary of the flag’s official adoption on June 14. The declaration of independence made the adoption of an American flag necessary. On June 14, 1777, the current “Stars and Stripes” flag that we all know was adopted by the Continental Congress as the official American flag. The resolution states: “Resolved, that the flag of the thirteen United States shall be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the Union be thirteen stars, white on a blue field, representing a new constellation.” The History of Flag Day On May 30, 1916, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed June 14 of each year as Flag Day, celebrating the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the United States back in 1777. The Stars and Stripes The first American flag was designed to represent the 13 original colonies with 13 alternating read and white stripes and 13 white stars on a blue field. The stars were arranged in a circle, based on the idea that all colonies were equal. After a few design changes, the United States Congress decided to retain the flag’s original 13 stripes, but new stars shall be added to reflect each new state that entered the union. Today, there are 50 stars representing each state in the union, but the 13 stripes remain. Red, White, and Blue Why is the American flag red, white, and blue? Why not pink, yellow, and green? The Continental Congress left no record as to why it chose red, white, and blue colors. However, in 1782, the Congress of the Articles of Confederation established the Great Seal of the United States with colors representing these meanings: White for purity and innocence Red for valor and hardiness Blue for vigilance, perseverance, and justice American Flag Etiquette Do you say the Pledge of Allegiance at your school with your hand over your heart? Or maybe sing “The Star Spangled Banner”, the national anthem, at the Super Bowl? Many Americans sing, pledge, and pay respect to the flag as an emblem of our identity as a sovereign nation. For members of the armed services and veterans, standing at attention and saluting the flag is a way to honor the flag. Civilians should place their right hand over their heart when flag is being lowered or hoisted. The flag should not be displayed on days when the weather is bad. Display the flag only from sunrise to sunset on flagstaffs in the open. It may be displayed at night if illuminated for a patriotic effect. The flag should be displayed at every public institution, polling places on election days, and at schools during school days. The U.S. Flag Code is an official set of guidelines that outlines the proper way of displaying the American flag and treating it with respect and honor it deserves. Learn everything about American Flag Etiquette at www.usa.gov/flag and be well prepared to raise the flag this Flag Day! Flag Day Activities Although celebrated annually, Flag Day is not considered an official federal holiday. Its observance is proclaimed each year by the president of the United States as part of national tradition. On this day, red white and blue decorations are all over towns and cities where people hold parades and events to celebrate. Here are a few cool activity ideas you can try at home: Organize a costume party with friends and family – It’s a perfect day to gather around for a barbeque. Plan a contest on who wears the best Flag Day costume. Take the opportunity to strut your best red, white, and blue fashions. Gather the kids for a history lesson – Teach the kids the history of the American flag and why we celebrate Flag Day. A trivia game with prizes at the end of the lesson would be a great way to capture their interest in a fun way. Make a colorful healthy snack – Prepare a flag-themed cake with strawberries, blueberries, and cream. Or create your favorite ice cream dessert topped with marshmallows and fruits. They are basically a summer must-have. History of The American Flag Let’s take a trip down memory lane, shall we? The American flag has its own history to tell. In each transformation in every decade, it takes a new and stronger form that symbolizes America’s growth as a nation. Who made the First American Flag? Continental Congressman Francis Hopkins originally designed the flag for the U.S. Navy; however, it became the preferred national flag. The official announcement of the new flag was made not until 3rd of September of the same year. Although many people believed that in June 1776, George Washington commissioned Betsy Ross, a Philadelphia seamstress, to create a flag for the new nation in anticipation of a declaration of its independence. There is no proof to this and so the story waned as an American legend. Evolution of the American Flag All-American Haircare and Skincare Brand Shiny Leaf is an all-American beauty brand that stays true to its roots. We are a proud U.S. company based in Las Vegas, Nevada, where we create incredible haircare and skincare essentials that cater to all. Our bottles bear the American flag at the back with pride and honor. To us, it’s our special way of giving importance to the flag of our nation. For you, it’s our way of letting you know with confidence that all products you purchase are made in the U.S.A. As a leading beauty brand for natural and organic products, Shiny Leaf aims to maintain its high standards when it comes to quality. The “Made in the USA” icon on our product labels is a symbol that indicates Shiny Leaf following strict rules to keep our products safe. We provide for everyone products that are free from harmful chemicals such as sulfates, parabens, and hexane. Why We Love Flag Day Flag Day is such a momentous day for us all. It’s an opportunity to showcase and express our patriotism. June 14 is a reminder that we are one country – united. As we go on the streets having colorful parades and events, families also start to come together. The weather is getting warmer, kids wrapping up school, and people are coming home. Flag Day is a reminder that summer is just around the corner and fun days are ahead! Flag Day Dates Year Flag Day 2021 Monday, June 14 2022 Tuesday, June 14 2023 Wednesday, June 14 2024 Friday, June 14 2025 Saturday, June 14
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